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At least two people have been killed and 29 others injured in a train collision in Sharqia Governorate, Nile Delta, on Saturday, according to a statement from the Ministry of Health. Ambulances quickly arrived at the scene in Zagazig city, transporting the injured to Al-Ahrar Zagazig Teaching Hospital and Zagazig University Hospital. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has directed that immediate medical care be provided...

Egypt’s net International Reserves (NIR) climbed to USD 46.597 billion (EGP 2.25 trillion) in August from USD 46.49 billion (EGP 2.25 trillion) in July, representing a gain of approximately USD 110 million (EGP 5.32 billion), according to data from the Central Bank of Egypt. Egypt’s NIR, also known as foreign currency assets, are held by the central bank as a safeguard for the nation’s...

Photo Source: The Palestine Chronicle Chile officially requested to join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Friday 13 September.  The case, initiated by South Africa in 2023, accuses Israel of violating international law by committing acts of genocide and apartheid against Palestinians in the Occupied Territories. This decision follows a broader international outcry regarding Israel’s actions...

In the secluded villages on the outskirts of Cairo, a silent battle against malnutrition unfolds, casting shadows over the dreams of countless pregnant and breastfeeding women. The dream of a healthy pregnancy and adequate nourishment for children often seems elusive — overshadowed by the harsh realities of poverty as well as lack of awareness and knowledge. Yet, amidst the depths of adversity, these vulnerable...

The Cairo Criminal Court sentenced Karim Salim, 37, to death on Thursday, 12 September, for the murders of three women in what has become known in Egyptian media as the “Tagamoa Serial Killer” case. Salim was charged with murder, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and recording videos of sexual acts with his victims both before and after their deaths, according to a statement from the...

Norwegian renewable energy developer Scatec has signed a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) for the country’s first hybrid solar power and battery storage project. The deal covers a one-gigawatt solar power plant paired with a 100-megawatt battery storage system. While Scatec did not disclose the contract’s financial terms, CEO Terje Pilskog noted the significance of the project,...

Egypt, a country with deep traditions and a rich culture, is at a turning point as it faces the challenges of modern life. While the quest for personal and societal well-being has long been a central focus, the pursuit of happiness has become increasingly intertwined with the accumulation of material wealth – a dynamic that has left many people questioning the true nature of...

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk held a press conference on Wednesday, 11 September, to unveil a new comprehensive package of tax relief measures designed to attract investors. Minister Kouchouk highlighted that the Ministry has carefully examined the actual challenges faced by investors, and the new decisions demonstrate our commitment to addressing the needs of our partners in the tax community....

In recent years, tuition fees in Egypt have witnessed a dramatic surge due to the inflation that occurred within the country.  Egypt’s annual urban consumer price inflation rose to 26.2 percent in August, up from 25.7 percent in July, while overall headline inflation increased to 25.6 percent from 25.2 percent according to the Egyptian government’s statistics agency, CAPMAS. Moreover, Egypt’s Ministry of Education and...

President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Egypt on Wednesday, 11 September, to discuss the Nile water issue, including the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), negotiations with Ethiopia, and efforts to secure a binding legal agreement on the dam’s operation and filling. During a joint press conference with his German counterpart at Al-Ittihadiya Palace, President Al-Sisi highlighted the Nile water...

  Egypt’s annual core inflation rate rose by 0.7 points in August to reach 25.1 percent from 24.4 percent in July, according to Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) figures released on Tuesday, 10 September. Monthly core consumer price index (CPI) inflation also rose to 0.9 percent in August 2024, compared to -0.5 points in July 2024 and 0.3 points in August 2023, the CBE...

Ahmed Ali, better known as Wegz, has quickly risen to become a defining voice in Egyptian hip-hop. Born on 11 September 1998, the 26-year-old rapper has pushed the boundaries of Egypt’s music scene and hip-hop by blending traditional shaabi music, a popular kind of folk music, with modern trap beats. Wegz, a nickname given to him by a friend, grew up in Al Wardiyan...

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier arrived in Egypt on Tuesday 10 September for a three day visit, the first such visit by a German head of state in 25 years. During his visit, Steinmeier met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and regional issues, including the ongoing Israeli war on Gaza and Egypt’s Nile river dispute with Ethiopia. In a...

Uber announced new safety features in Egypt following public outcry over a series of high-profile incidents between March and July that have put the ride-hailing app’s safety into question. According to a Tuesday press release, the new measures include an SOS emergency button, randomized drug testing on drivers, and more advanced technologies to identify fraudulent documents. Uber’s reputation as a safe and secure service...

The National Bank of Egypt (NBE) and Banque Misr have raised foreign currency spending limits on credit cards for international transactions to USD 5,000 (EGP 300,000), the banks announced on Monday.  NBE has also increased the foreign currency spending limits on credit cards for non-travel transactions, setting the maximum tier at EGP 100,000 (USD 2,000). In June, both banks increased credit card limits by...

Three missiles struck a tented camp crowded with displaced Palestinians in the al-Mawasi area, southwest of the city of Khan Younis, after midnight on Tuesday 10 September. The overnight Israeli strike on the designated humanitarian zone in southern Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of people from other areas of Gaza are living in dire conditions, killed at least 40 people and injured 60, according...

Egyptian authorities detained Shaabi singer Saad El-Soghayar at Cairo International Airport earlier today after he was allegedly found in possession of illegal substances. El-Soghayar, who was returning to Egypt after performing in the US, is known for his lively music and performances. He was stopped for a routine search after landing in Cairo following a tour in the US. According to Youm7, airport authorities...

Since the 7 October attacks and the ensuing war on Gaza, the region has become more volatile than it has been in decades. The war is the latest escalation in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, which has raged on for almost 70 years. One smaller piece in this wider multifaceted conflict is the Arab-Israelis, also known regionally as the ‘48 Arabs, and the role that they...

A consortium of international investors, including SPE Capital, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Tanmiya Capital Ventures (TCV), and British International Investment (BII), has acquired Tamweely Microfinance S.A.E. in a transaction valued at over EGP 2.5 billion (~USD 57 million). The acquisition marks a significant shift in Egypt’s non-banking financial services sector as the consortium takes control of Tamweely from its former...

Distinguished Egyptian archaeologist and former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities  Zahi Hawass initiated a petition to return Queen Nefertiti’s bust from the Neues Museum in Berlin. The petition, which started on 7 September, is part of a wider campaign by Hawass seeking the return to Egypt of illegally extracted artifacts. The campaign also aims to return the Rosetta Stone from the British Museum and...

Egypt is set to launch trial operations of its monorail project in October. The monorail will utilize eco-friendly electric energy, which is expected to lower fuel consumption and reduce pollution rates. The announcement was made during a recent meeting between Kamel El-Wazir, Egypt’s Minister of Industry and Transport, and Gareth Bailey, the British Ambassador to Cairo on Sunday, 8 September. The two officials discussed...

Entrepreneur Amr Bassiouny, founder of Egyptian Hydrofarms, was found dead in his Sheikh Zayed residence with multiple stab wounds, according to a statement by the Ministry of Interior. The Giza Security Directorate, in cooperation with the Public Security Sector, has arrested two suspects in connection with the murder. TRIGGER WARNING: THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS INFORMATION REGARDING THE MURDER WHICH WAS RELEASED BY THE MINISTRY OF...

Egypt’s incredible performance at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris was capped off by Nadia Ali, who secured a bronze medal in the women’s up to 86kg para powerlifting event. Held at La Chapelle Arena on 8 September 2024, Ali’s best lift of 145kg earned her third place, behind China’s X Deng, who lifted 155kg to claim silver, and Nigeria’s Folashade Oluwafemiayo, who took...

There are homes that we inhabit, homes that we yearn for, and homes that we craft in moments of peace and belonging. Yet, for an artist, there is a singular, tangible homeland: that of stories. In the creative process, artists live through stories, drawing from memories of the past, present, and future. Even as ancient landscapes and traditions fade, storytelling can revive them. The...