When you close your eyes and picture a city, what likely comes to mind first are the iconic landmarks, such as the architecture, the bustling streets, and the destinations that draw tourists in. But, if you linger a little longer, the image be...

To address the country’s ongoing economic challenges, Egypt will be allocating a 174 square kilometer plot on the Red Sea coast to the finance ministry on Tuesday 10 June according to reports, which will be utilized for Islamic bond issuances (fina...

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has directed officials on Tuesday to intensify efforts aimed at eradicating leprosy, a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae that primarily affects the skin, peripheral nerves, and mucous m...

In April 2025, the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) released new statistics indicating significant changes in the country’s financial landscape.  Local liquidity (M2) experienced a notable rise, reaching EGP 12.68 trillion (USD 256 billion), up fro...

Ali Zein, a prominent figure in Egyptian handball, has officially signed with Hungarian club Telekom Veszprém on a two-year contract that will keep him with the team until 2027.  As he joins one of Europe’s most prestigious handball clubs after a...

Mexican cuisine is capturing the hearts, and palates, of Cairo’s food lovers, becoming increasingly popular among locals seeking bold, flavorful dishes.  Central to this culinary wave are chicken tacos, a versatile and beloved staple that provides...

An aid boat attempting to reach the Gaza Strip was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters early Monday morning, preventing activists, including Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg, from reaching the blockaded Palestinian territor...

Egypt is ready to move forward with plans to construct a long-discussed bridge connecting its Sinai Peninsula to Saudi Arabia, according to Minister of Transport Kamel El-Wazir. Speaking to Reuters on the sidelines of an economic conference organised...

A humanitarian ship carrying 12 international activists, including Swedish climate advocate Greta Thunberg, is sailing off Egypt’s northern coast in a renewed effort to break Israel’s longstanding blockade on Gaza. The vessel, named Madleen, is p...