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Egypt to Set Up Vaccination Centres at Courts, Metros & Train Stations
ARTS & CULTURE

#GFF21 Interviews: Ahmed El Saka vs Hend Sabri

19 Oct 2021
In the latest of exclusive CairoScene interviews from the glitzy shores of El Gouna Film Festival, we put Ahmed El Saka in the hot seat alongside long-time friend, Hend Sabri. [...]
Earthquake Felt Across Cairo
BUZZ

Earthquake Felt Across Cairo

19 Oct 2021
If you felt an earthquake sometime Tuesday morning, you weren't alone. The tremors came from a powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake in the Aegean Sea, and were felt as far as southern Turkey. [...]
Egyptian Film Feathers Wins Best Film at China's Pingyao Film Festival
ARTS & CULTURE

Egyptian Film Feathers Wins Best Film at China's Pingyao Film Festival

19 Oct 2021
Following the surreal story of a man who turns into the chicken, and the family who has to pick up the pieces in the aftermath, 'Feathers' won best film at China's Pingyao International Film Festival. [...]
South African Museum to Return Mystery Mummy to Egypt in Early 2022
BUZZ

South African Museum to Return Mystery Mummy to Egypt in Early 2022

19 Oct 2021
The 2000-year-old Egyptian mummy was mysteriously found in a South African museum's inventory in 1910. Now it's about to return home. [...]
Normandy 3: Alexandria's Love Letter to the Iconic Egyptian Film
Eats

Normandy 3: Alexandria's Love Letter to the Iconic Egyptian Film

19 Oct 2021
If you haven’t guessed it already, Normandy 3 is named after the boat (that sunk) on the iconic Egyptian film that is Normandy 2. [...]
Cairo University Launches Student Contest for Sustainable Solutions
LIFESTYLE

Cairo University Launches Student Contest for Sustainable Solutions

19 Oct 2021
The competition invites students to submit their sustainable solutions in video or poster form in celebration of World Sustainability Day. [...]
S. S. Sphinx Brings a New Level of Luxury to the Nile Cruise
Explore Egypt

S. S. Sphinx Brings a New Level of Luxury to the Nile Cruise

18 Oct 2021
The S. S. Sphinx by Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, one of the world’s leading river cruise lines, sets sail along the Nile with gorgeous authentic Egyptian designs made through local craftsmanship. [...]
Egypt Announces New COVID-19 & Vaccination Measures
BUZZ

Egypt Announces New COVID-19 & Vaccination Measures

18 Oct 2021
Certain unvaccinated workers will be barred from the workplace, but the vaccine against COVID-19 will be easier to get than ever. [...]
Egyptian Collaborators El Waili & Dona Wael Strike Again with ‘3asal’
Noise

Egyptian Collaborators El Waili & Dona Wael Strike Again with ‘3asal’

18 Oct 2021
It's been a huge year for Cairo-based producer El Waili, during which he seems to have found a kindred spirit, a muse if you will, in vocalist Donia Wael. [...]
Byzantine-Era Antiques Found Beneath Demolished Tawfiq Andraos Palace
BUZZ

Byzantine-Era Antiques Found Beneath Demolished Tawfiq Andraos Palace

18 Oct 2021
After the demolition of the Tawfiq Andraos Palace in Luxor, an Egyptian archaeological mission uncovered several antiques beneath the site, hinting at the remains of an ancient Roman temple. [...]
Gypto Pharma to Help Egypt Become Regional Hub for Pharmaceuticals
BUZZ

Gypto Pharma to Help Egypt Become Regional Hub for Pharmaceuticals

18 Oct 2021
The new industrial complex is meant to achieve drug security for Egypt, produce effective, safe medicines, and localise the pharmaceutical industry. [...]
Week Month Year

Beehive: This Nasr City Spot is a Haven for Foodies & Gamers

We have no choice but to stan dem kweens! [...]

Babo: This 6th of October Smokehouse Is a Carnivorous Fantasy

Brb while we move to Mall of Arabia! [...]

Normandy 3: Alexandria's Love Letter to the Iconic Egyptian Film

If you haven’t guessed it already, Normandy 3 is named after the boat (that sunk) on the iconic Egyptian film that is Normandy 2. [...]

Roots Is Heliopolis' Newest Health Everything Haven

In the heart of Helio, Roots Earth Kitchen is about to be all Cairene health nuts’ fav new eatery. [...]

Beehive: This Nasr City Spot is a Haven for Foodies & Gamers

We have no choice but to stan dem kweens! [...]

Egyptian Fintech Khazna Chosen for Bill Gates-Funded Accelerator

The Last Mile Money Accelerator aims to supercharge fintech startups making an impact. [...]

New Cairo Says 'Hallah Wallah' to Pan-Khaleeji Eatery Mandena

Mandi or tagine, anyone? [...]

Ethereal Egyptian Fashion Label Udjat Draws from Ancient Traditions

With a zero-waste philosophy and a respect for tradition, local label Udjat regularly collaborates with rural artisan communities and [...]

Top Picks for Egyptian Kicks - Our Fave Local Shoe Brands Right Now

As winter and new outfits lie just around the corner, we’re compiling our picks for the best shoe brands in town. [...]

Egyptian Filmmaker Mohamed Diab to Direct Marvel's Next Big Superhero Series 'Moon Knight'

Award-winning Egyptian filmmaker Mohamed Diab was just tapped to shoot Marvel Studio's upcoming superhero series 'Moon Knight', which [...]

7 Local Brands for Fiercely Chill Athleisure

Outgoing yet laid back, these seven local athleisure brands have been blazing trails across Egypt's fashion scene. [...]

The MENA Region’s First Official Valorant Esports Contest Comes with a USD 10,000 Prize Pool

Starting November 1st, players will be able to compete from home to make their mark on Strike Arabia, the first official Valorant esports [...]

Beehive: This Nasr City Spot is a Haven for Foodies & Gamers

We have no choice but to stan dem kweens! [...]

Normandy 3: Alexandria's Love Letter to the Iconic Egyptian Film

If you haven’t guessed it already, Normandy 3 is named after the boat (that sunk) on the iconic Egyptian film that is Normandy 2. [...]

Roots Is Heliopolis' Newest Health Everything Haven

In the heart of Helio, Roots Earth Kitchen is about to be all Cairene health nuts’ fav new eatery. [...]

Fayruz Is Bringing InterContinental a Taste of Beirut

The aptly named restaurant is fittingly decorated with a blue shade of the same name and whose dishes are, well, truly jeweled. [...]

#GFF21 Interviews: Ahmed El Saka vs Hend Sabri

In the latest of exclusive CairoScene interviews from the glitzy shores of El Gouna Film Festival, we put Ahmed El Saka in the hot seat [...]

Earthquake Felt Across Cairo

If you felt an earthquake sometime Tuesday morning, you weren't alone. The tremors came from a powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake in the [...]

Egyptian Film Feathers Wins Best Film at China's Pingyao Film Festival

Following the surreal story of a man who turns into the chicken, and the family who has to pick up the pieces in the aftermath, 'Feathers' [...]

South African Museum to Return Mystery Mummy to Egypt in Early 2022

The 2000-year-old Egyptian mummy was mysteriously found in a South African museum's inventory in 1910. Now it's about to return home. [...]

Roots Is Heliopolis' Newest Health Everything Haven
Eats

Roots Is Heliopolis' Newest Health Everything Haven

19 Oct 2021
In the heart of Helio, Roots Earth Kitchen is about to be all Cairene health nuts’ fav new eatery. [...]
Design Talks with Award Winning Designer Shosha Kamal
Scene Home

Design Talks with Award Winning Designer Shosha Kamal

19 Oct 2021
In the latest edition of SceneHome’s Design Talks, Kamal recalls the events that led to her work being listed as one of the most unique and valuable items in the White House. [...]
Things Get Fishy In Nasr City With the Arrival of Tarh El-Bahr
Eats

Things Get Fishy In Nasr City With the Arrival of Tarh El-Bahr

18 Oct 2021
Whether you’re dining in or ordering at home, the aptly-named Tarh El-Bahr offers 15 types of seafood not only to the people of Nasr City but to all of Cairo. [...]
Orascom Signs Deal to Build 500 Megawatt Wind Farm in Ras Ghareb
BUZZ

Orascom Signs Deal to Build 500 Megawatt Wind Farm in Ras Ghareb

18 Oct 2021
Orascom Construction will be responsible for building the new 500 megawatt wind farm in Ras Ghareb, which will operate over the next 20 years as Egypt's first sustainable Independent Power Producer. [...]
Egypt to Set Up Vaccination Centres at Courts, Metros & Train Stations
BUZZ

Egypt to Set Up Vaccination Centres at Courts, Metros & Train Stations

18 Oct 2021
The Ministry of Health and Population will set up vaccination centres in high turnout public venues such as courts, metro and train stations, traffic directorates, as well as mosques and churches. [...]
SCENE TV
Egypt to Set Up Vaccination Centres at Courts, Metros & Train Stations
BUZZ

Egypt to Set Up Vaccination Centres at Courts, Metros & Train Stations

The Ministry of Health and Population will set up vaccination centres in high turnout public venues such as courts, metro and train stations, traffic directorates, as well as mosques and churches. [...]
Fayruz Is Bringing InterContinental a Taste of Beirut
Eats

Fayruz Is Bringing InterContinental a Taste of Beirut

17 Oct 2021
The aptly named restaurant is fittingly decorated with a blue shade of the same name and whose dishes are, well, truly jeweled. [...]
A New Hotel & Theme Park is Being Built on a Huge Oil Rig in KSA
Explore Egypt

A New Hotel & Theme Park is Being Built on a Huge Oil Rig in KSA

17 Oct 2021
The ambitious project comes as part of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF)’s 2021-2025 strategy to transform the gulf state into a booming tourism spot. [...]
Pasta Cup, Anyone? No, That's the Name of the Restaurant
Eats

Pasta Cup, Anyone? No, That's the Name of the Restaurant

17 Oct 2021
You can slay another day because today is all about pasta la vista! [...]
Egypt Elected Member of Committee on World Food Security
BUZZ

Egypt Elected Member of Committee on World Food Security

17 Oct 2021
Egypt will have a major voice in the Bureau of the Committee on World Food Security - which develops policy recommendations to the United Nations General Assembly - until 2023. [...]
United States Gifts Egypt 1.6 Million Doses of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
BUZZ

United States Gifts Egypt 1.6 Million Doses of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine

17 Oct 2021
The doses have been been donated by the United States government through the COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access (COVAX) programme [...]
Egypt & Cyprus Sign Electricity Interconnection Deal
BUZZ

Egypt & Cyprus Sign Electricity Interconnection Deal

17 Oct 2021
Egypt and Cyprus has signed a memorandum of understanding that will develop links between their electricity transmission networks, from its planning to its implementation. [...]
The Pink Pouch Brings 15 Female Creatives to Fight Breast Cancer
LIFESTYLE

The Pink Pouch Brings 15 Female Creatives to Fight Breast Cancer

17 Oct 2021
The 'Pink Pouch' by the 'SHE' campaign - which stands for 'Strength, Health, Empowerment' - is the result of 15 female-led creatives looking to raise funds for early detection of breast cancer. [...]

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