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Where Do the Richest People in Africa Live?
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New Changes Made to Egypt's Maternity Leave Laws

18 Jan 2022
Women in the workforce now have the right to four months of maternity leave preceding and following childbirth. [...]
Foreign Affairs Minister Sameh Shoukry to Lead COP27 Climate Talks
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Foreign Affairs Minister Sameh Shoukry to Lead COP27 Climate Talks

18 Jan 2022
The announcement was made when the President of COP26, UK Minister of State Alok Sharma, met with Shoukry to affirm the dedication and cooperation of Egypt and the UK to fight climate change. [...]
Egypt's First Library for the Visually Impaired Opens in Alexandria
LIFESTYLE

Egypt's First Library for the Visually Impaired Opens in Alexandria

18 Jan 2022
The opening represents another step for greater inclusion of people with disabilities in Egyptian education, which includes training programmes for teachers. [...]
Mukk is the All-Egyptian Label Serving Korean Chic
Fashion

Mukk is the All-Egyptian Label Serving Korean Chic

18 Jan 2022
Entirely handmade, Mukk’s pieces exude a sense of comfort. Soft, plush, calming— kind of like staying in on a rainy day. [...]
SEMD Programme to Support Immigrant Entrepreneurs in 3 MENA Countries
Business

SEMD Programme to Support Immigrant Entrepreneurs in 3 MENA Countries

18 Jan 2022
SEMD has partnered with a number of local social entrepreneurship support systems including ACTED in Jordan, Alfanar in Egypt, and Changelabs in Lebanon. [...]
Discovery of First Bandaged Mummy Offers Glimpse into Ancient Medicine
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Discovery of First Bandaged Mummy Offers Glimpse into Ancient Medicine

18 Jan 2022
The mummy was thought to be taken from the Tomb of Aline in Fayoum. The study said that the bandage dressing wrapped a wound that was likely infected when she died, as the scans showed signs of pus. [...]
Tatio Serves Up a Slice of Mexico (and Then Some More) on Suez Road
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Tatio Serves Up a Slice of Mexico (and Then Some More) on Suez Road

18 Jan 2022
Taco Tuesdays are every single day at Tatio. [...]
Tunisian Q-Commerce App Lamma Starts North African Expansion
Business

Tunisian Q-Commerce App Lamma Starts North African Expansion

18 Jan 2022
The startup has expanded into Morocco as step one of a plan that will see it expand further across North Africa. [...]
Sudanese Rapper G-Salih is Pensive & Reflective in ‘Essential Oils’
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Sudanese Rapper G-Salih is Pensive & Reflective in ‘Essential Oils’

18 Jan 2022
The US-based artist has always been thoughtful with his bars, but digs even deeper for his latest release. [...]
New Ferrari Dealership is Opening in Sheikh Zayed
LIFESTYLE

New Ferrari Dealership is Opening in Sheikh Zayed

17 Jan 2022
Currently under construction at Waslet Dahshur, the Ferrari dealership is being described as the first to specialise in luxury vehicles in Egypt. [...]
UAE Proptech Huspy Acquires Mortgage Consultancy Firm HomeMatters
Business

UAE Proptech Huspy Acquires Mortgage Consultancy Firm HomeMatters

17 Jan 2022
The acquisition is just one step of ambitious expansion plans, as Europe beckons for Huspy. [...]
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Pasta & Wings: The Sheikh Zayed Spot with No Time for Anything Else

Some people like pasta, others like chicken wings, but lots of people like both. This Sheikh Zayed eatery knows that which is why it has [...]

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

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

This New Cairo Home by MAD Studio Exudes French Style in Monochrome

Tucked in the lush greenery of Mivida, New Cairo, ‘La Feuille Blanche’ was designed by MAD Studio to be dark, dramatic and utterly [...]

Seeking Seclusion at Al Tarfa Lodge & Egypt's Unspoiled Western Front

Editorial Director, Haisam Awad, steps out of his comfort zone and away from the concrete chaos of Cairo, to wrestle with the peace and [...]

Peacock Designs Turns Palm Leaves Into Eco-friendly Products

Funded by the EU, this online store is channeling Egyptian craftsmanship to upcycle palm leaves into sustainable products and collaborating [...]

From Istanbul to Walk of Cairo: The Quiet Flair of Laithy + Architects

With an eye for adaptation that brought us the Walk of Cairo, Cairo-based firm Laithy + Architects has developed a rapport amongst Egyptian [...]

British Council in Egypt Launches Grants to Tackle Climate Change

The British Council in Egypt will provide a series of grants for postsecondary institutions that are working to tackle climate change. [...]

Pucca is the Nasr City Eatery All About Ramen

You can now have the real deal, sis. [...]

Egypt Rises to 53rd Place in 2021 Global Knowledge Index

UNDP's annual Global Knowledge Index summarises knowledge performance of countries in terms of higher education, research, development, [...]

Egypt Jumps 13 Places in Global Talent Competitiveness Index

In particular, Egypt had made huge gains within the index’s sublists for vocational and technical skills for its income group, where it [...]

Heshek Beshek Fetishisation: Amie Sultan on Reclaiming Egyptian Dance

A disruptive voice on a stagnant ‘belly dance’ scene, Amie Sultan offers a raw and honest reflection on how our native dance has been [...]

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

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

Pasta & Wings: The Sheikh Zayed Spot with No Time for Anything Else

Some people like pasta, others like chicken wings, but lots of people like both. This Sheikh Zayed eatery knows that which is why it has [...]

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

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

You Café in Alexandria Is All About Giving You the 5-Star Treatment

Alexandrians, you win this time. [...]

Mining Complexes for Gold, Phosphate & Copper to Be Built Across Egypt

The Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources also plans to establish a gold refinery at Marsa Alam, just south of the Eastern Desert, [...]

SEMD Programme to Support Immigrant Entrepreneurs in 3 MENA Countries

SEMD has partnered with a number of local social entrepreneurship support systems including ACTED in Jordan, Alfanar in Egypt, and [...]

Foreign Affairs Minister Sameh Shoukry to Lead COP27 Climate Talks

The announcement was made when the President of COP26, UK Minister of State Alok Sharma, met with Shoukry to affirm the dedication and [...]

Egyptian Rocker Aikk Travels the World with New Album 'On the Roam'

The singer-songwriter's new offering is a concept album that sees him draw on experiences in various cities. [...]

Tunisian Q-Commerce App Lamma Starts North African Expansion

The startup has expanded into Morocco as step one of a plan that will see it expand further across North Africa. [...]

Traverse the Middle Eastern Cuisine Terrain at Beit Aziz
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Traverse the Middle Eastern Cuisine Terrain at Beit Aziz

18 Jan 2022
Their menu is colourful, robust and full of flavour, highlighting quintessential dishes from Lebanon, Egypt, Morocco, Sudan, Libya and even the Gulf. [...]
Egyptian Rocker Aikk Travels the World with New Album 'On the Roam'
Noise

Egyptian Rocker Aikk Travels the World with New Album 'On the Roam'

18 Jan 2022
The singer-songwriter's new offering is a concept album that sees him draw on experiences in various cities. [...]
How This New Cairo Villa Uses Colour to Create Comfort Out of Contrast
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How This New Cairo Villa Uses Colour to Create Comfort Out of Contrast

18 Jan 2022
In New Cairo, Volu Studios created interiors by effortlessly combining colours in a harmonious palette, and assigning greenery to bring an air of peace and calm to the indoors. [...]
Babo: This 6th of October Smokehouse Is a Carnivorous Fantasy
Eats

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

17 Jan 2022
Brb while we move to Mall of Arabia! [...]
Where Do the Richest People in Africa Live?
BUZZ

Where Do the Richest People in Africa Live?

17 Jan 2022
Where do the richest of the rich live in Africa? The 2021 Africa Wealth Report claims to have the answer. [...]
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Where Do the Richest People in Africa Live?
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Where Do the Richest People in Africa Live?

Where do the richest of the rich live in Africa? The 2021 Africa Wealth Report claims to have the answer. [...]
Sawsan Badr to Receive Achievement Award at Aswan Women Film Festival
ARTS & CULTURE

Sawsan Badr to Receive Achievement Award at Aswan Women Film Festival

17 Jan 2022
Sawsan Badr was chosen because she represents the creativity of Egyptian women in the movie business, especially considering the nature of her work and the way they address women’s social issues. [...]
From Tacos to Banh Mi: YOI Is Alexandria’s Latest Asian Fusion Spot
Eats

From Tacos to Banh Mi: YOI Is Alexandria’s Latest Asian Fusion Spot

17 Jan 2022
You get a bowl of dry ice with your meal. We love the antics. [...]
New Details on the EGP 2.7 Billion King Salman University in Ras Sudr
LIFESTYLE

New Details on the EGP 2.7 Billion King Salman University in Ras Sudr

17 Jan 2022
With two other branches in Sharm El Sheikh and El Tur, King Salman International University looks to raise the bar for higher education across Sinai. [...]
Egyptian Edtech Orcas Raises $2.1 Million for Regional Expansion Plans
Business

Egyptian Edtech Orcas Raises $2.1 Million for Regional Expansion Plans

17 Jan 2022
The live learning platform will channel the new investment into expanding its in-person and online services across the MENAP region. [...]
12th Edition of World Urban Forum to Be Hosted in Egypt
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12th Edition of World Urban Forum to Be Hosted in Egypt

17 Jan 2022
With an emphasis on sustainability, the 2024 edition of the WUF examines one of the most pressing issues facing the world today, including rapid urbanisation and its impact on our communities. [...]
Designer Hana Hegazy Does High-Concept Homes Without Breaking the Bank
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Designer Hana Hegazy Does High-Concept Homes Without Breaking the Bank

17 Jan 2022
Entrepreneur and mother of two, Fayrouz Eid’s life is demanding, to say the least - but with the help of designer Hana Hegazy, she has created a perfect home, without spending a small fortune. [...]
An Early Look at South Sinai's Great Transfiguration
Explore Egypt

An Early Look at South Sinai's Great Transfiguration

16 Jan 2022
The Egyptian government is currently implementing the Great Transfiguration, a vast renovation that will transform St Catherine into a major tourist destination to showcase its spiritual heritage. [...]

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