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Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT
Egypt Deploys Forces to Somalia Following Israel's Recognition of Somaliland
[Horn Diplomat] A report by Al Arabiya said Egypt's involvement signals Cairo's commitment to Somalia's "territorial integrity" and unity. The development follows Israel's recognition of Somaliland and comes at a time when regional attention is focus...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:49:05 GMT
Somali President, Egypt Defence Minister Attend Lineup of Egyptian Troops for AU Mission
[Shabelle] Cairo -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and General Abdel Mageed Saqr, commander-in-chief of the Egyptian Armed Forces and minister of defence, attended the lineup of Egyptian troops assigned to the African Union Support and Stabil...

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:46:06 GMT
From Malta to Cairo - Liberian Striker Mamadu Bah Joins Egypt's Zed FC in Reported $300k Deal
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Liberian international forward Mamadu Sulahmana Bah has officially traded the Mediterranean for the Nile, completing a high-profile move to Egyptian Premier League side ZED FC on a two-year contract.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:36:33 GMT
Madad Monitors Daily Arrests of Sudanese Refugees in Egypt, Warns Against Rumours
[Dabanga] Cairo -- An Egyptian refugee support group says Sudanese refugees and migrants in Egypt are facing a steady rise in arrests, with women, young people and the elderly increasingly affected.

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:25:31 GMT
Somalia's President Welcomed With Full Honors in Cairo, Meets President El-Sisi
[Shabelle] Cairo, Egypt -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Maxamuud received a high-level ceremonial welcome at the Al-Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo, the capital of the Arab Republic of Egypt, where he met with Egyptian President Abdel Fatta...

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Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:47:37 +0000
Ramadan in Egypt Starts on Thursday 19 February
Ramadan 2026 will begin on Thursday 19 February in Egypt, Al-Azhar announces. Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar confirmed Wednesday as the start date. The post Ramadan in Egypt Starts on Thursday 19 February first appeared on Egyptian Streets.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:34:01 +0000
Professor Magdi Yacoub Engages Manara Students on the Principles of Leadership
Sir Magdi Yacoub visited El Gouna’s Manara School, urging students to lead with courage, integrity and service during a day of discussions on ethics, leadership and lifelong learning. The post Professor Magdi Yacoub Engages Manara Students on the P...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:53:07 +0000
Cimatheque Egypt Backs Palestinian Film Institute, Boycotts Berlinale 2026
  The Alternative Film Centre Cimatheque in Cairo has announced it will no longer take part in the 76th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), joining a cultural boycott called by the Palestinian Film Institute. In a statement, Cimatheq...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:59:34 +0000
Mubadala Investment Company Invests $50 Million in Egyptian E-Grocery Startup Breadfast
  The UAE’s Mubadala Investment Company made an investment in Cairo-based startup Breadfast on 17 February 2026, as the rapidly growing e-grocery and delivery platform prepares for a global Initial Public Offering (IPO). Mubadala joined a USD ...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:31:20 +0000
Planning Your Ramadan Commute? Here’s the Cairo Metro Schedule
The Cairo Metro is implementing changes during Ramadan to accommodate the shifting demands of passengers during the holy month. The changes include extended hours for all lines (see details below) as well as increased train frequency at peak times, s...

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