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KSA's HealTec Raises $1.2 Million for Medical Manufacturing Facility
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128 BMP Party Series in Cairo to Debut with German-Syrian Band Shkoon

30 Nov 2021
Taking place on Friday 3rd of December, the line-up will also include local staples, Chiati and Mohasseb. [...]
Switzerland Imposes 10-Day Quarantine on Travellers from Egypt
Explore Egypt

Switzerland Imposes 10-Day Quarantine on Travellers from Egypt

30 Nov 2021
Travellers from Egypt to Switzerland are now required to present a negative PCR test upon boarding and quarantine for 10 days upon arrival. [...]
Egypt’s Hottest New Hotel Openings for 2022
Explore Egypt

Egypt’s Hottest New Hotel Openings for 2022

30 Nov 2021
Over the course of 2022, Cairo, the North Coast, and the Red Sea are set to experience an influx of global hotel openings. We’ve rounded up just a few of the freshest to look out for... [...]
South Sinai Prepares for Global Celebrations Starting December 29th
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South Sinai Prepares for Global Celebrations Starting December 29th

30 Nov 2021
The governor of South Sinai revealed that the celebrations will be similar in scope to the Sphinx Avenue Parade, unveiling the renovations that have taken place across the governorate. [...]
Egypt’s Bosta to Expand Last Mile Delivery Service to KSA & UAE
Business

Egypt’s Bosta to Expand Last Mile Delivery Service to KSA & UAE

30 Nov 2021
After bringing their GCC expansion to fruition, Bosta will target the ripe African market with eyes on Kenya, Morocco and South Africa in particular [...]
Annure’s Solar-Powered Lanterns Are Lighting Up Africa
Scene Home

Annure’s Solar-Powered Lanterns Are Lighting Up Africa

30 Nov 2021
Annure, an initiative launched by Shosha Kamal, is delivering solar powered lanterns to African homes for every purchase of their lighting fixtures. [...]
Egyptian Furniture Marketplace Homzmart Expands to Saudi Arabia
Business

Egyptian Furniture Marketplace Homzmart Expands to Saudi Arabia

30 Nov 2021
The online furniture seller has experienced incredible growth in the last two years and is now poised to take over one of MENA's biggest markets. [...]
Lokma Baladi Transports Mama's Kitchen to Sheikh Zayed's Qubix Hub
Eats

Lokma Baladi Transports Mama's Kitchen to Sheikh Zayed's Qubix Hub

30 Nov 2021
The new eatery is a super family-friendly spot to dine where the vibes are immaculately cosy and warm -- staying real to their mama theme. [...]
Egypt's Eticketing Reservation System Adds 30 Heritage Sites
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Egypt's Eticketing Reservation System Adds 30 Heritage Sites

30 Nov 2021
The system will include ticketing for the Pyramids, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, and Sharm El Sheikh Museum. [...]
Children Aged 12 to 15 Now Eligible for Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine
BUZZ

Children Aged 12 to 15 Now Eligible for Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine

29 Nov 2021
The decision follows an approval from the World Health Organisation to use this vaccine on children as young as 12. [...]
KSA's HealTec Raises $1.2 Million for Medical Manufacturing Facility
Business

KSA's HealTec Raises $1.2 Million for Medical Manufacturing Facility

29 Nov 2021
HealTec capitalises on the kingdom’s dearth of local facilities manufacturing medical devices, targeting the underserved segment of rehabilitation patients and amputees in need of prosthetics. [...]
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Oodles of Noodles and Homemade Steamed Dumplings with Al Firdaws

Sis is serving up all the traditional goodies and we’re eternally grateful. [...]

UAE-Based VentureSouq Officially Launches $50M MENA FinTech Fund I

The fund will look to startups working in and around strategic sub-sectors including PropTech, InsurTech, digital banking and payments [...]

NFTY Arabia: New NFT Marketplace For Digital Art to Launch Across MENA

The nascent marketplace will be a first-of-its-kind NFT platform dedicated to buying, selling and collecting rare digital art from across [...]

Shrimp Bay Makes Seafood Buckets Unlike Anything We've Seen

The new eatery stands out because of their affordable buckets. Three kilos of mixed seafood will only cost you EGP 333. [...]

Egyptian E-Grocery Startup Appetito Raises $2 Million Investment

The startup will use the Pre-Series A investment to follow through with rapid scaling plans, including pan-African expansion. [...]

O'Fudge: Ooey Gooey Fudgy Cookies Is What This Brand Is All About

Hint: They have a fudging DIY cookie set that you can order and maybe eat the whole thing on your own. [...]

Oh Dios Mío! Cairo Says Hello to ‘The Mexican Bakery’

We stan a panaderia! That's bakery for you if you don't know Spanish. [...]

Bisriat's Vintage Eyewear Puts That Nostalgic Drip On Our Faces

WIth vintage eyewear that have been hunted down throughout Egypt, Bisrait sells sunglasses that are as timeless as they are flashy. [...]

Marriott's Vibrant W Residences is Coming to New Cairo

Having already made its mark in 15 world-class locations like New York, Hollywood and Dubai, W Residences from Marriott is due for its [...]

Sleep By Ancient Treasures at Villa Sakkara

Villa Sakkara promises guests a getaway to recharge the soul. [...]

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! [...]

Oodles of Noodles and Homemade Steamed Dumplings with Al Firdaws

Sis is serving up all the traditional goodies and we’re eternally grateful. [...]

Lokma Baladi Transports Mama's Kitchen to Sheikh Zayed's Qubix Hub

The new eatery is a super family-friendly spot to dine where the vibes are immaculately cosy and warm -- staying real to their mama theme. [...]

La Citta Makes Wholesome Italian Food From the Heart of 6th of October

Whether we’re feasting on pizza or pasta, Italian cuisine is, hands down, one of the most comforting in the world, and La Citta is going to [...]

Egypt Bans Flights from 7 African Nations Due to New COVID-19 Variant

Due to the emergence of the new 'Omicron' variant of the COVID-19 virus in South Africa, EgyptAir has temporarily suspended direct flights [...]

128 BMP Party Series in Cairo to Debut with German-Syrian Band Shkoon

Taking place on Friday 3rd of December, the line-up will also include local staples, Chiati and Mohasseb. [...]

Switzerland Imposes 10-Day Quarantine on Travellers from Egypt

Travellers from Egypt to Switzerland are now required to present a negative PCR test upon boarding and quarantine for 10 days upon arrival. [...]

Egypt’s Hottest New Hotel Openings for 2022

Over the course of 2022, Cairo, the North Coast, and the Red Sea are set to experience an influx of global hotel openings. We’ve rounded up [...]

Egypt’s Bosta to Expand Last Mile Delivery Service to KSA & UAE

After bringing their GCC expansion to fruition, Bosta will target the ripe African market with eyes on Kenya, Morocco and South Africa in [...]

It Took This Burger Joint '25 Rounds' of Trials for It to Exist
Eats

It Took This Burger Joint '25 Rounds' of Trials for It to Exist

30 Nov 2021
Everything at 25 Rounds is made by them from scratch including their special sauces and fresh fluffy burger buns which they bake themselves in-house. [...]
Craema is Cairo's Newest Bakery That's All About Fusion Baking
Eats

Craema is Cairo's Newest Bakery That's All About Fusion Baking

30 Nov 2021
Tahini and molasses cookies, anyone? [...]
Visitors Will Now Have Access to Banking Services at the Pyramids
Explore Egypt

Visitors Will Now Have Access to Banking Services at the Pyramids

30 Nov 2021
The banking services will cater to Egyptians and foreigners, accommodating international transactions. [...]
Maadi's El Market Shuts Down Due to the ''Emergence of Large Shops''
Eats

Maadi's El Market Shuts Down Due to the ''Emergence of Large Shops''

29 Nov 2021
We here at SceneEats are quite sad by the news, not only because we're going to miss El Market but because the store offered something new. [...]
Saudi Arabia to Resume Direct Flights for Expats on December 1st
Explore Egypt

Saudi Arabia to Resume Direct Flights for Expats on December 1st

29 Nov 2021
Fully vaccinated travellers from Egypt, Pakistan, Brazil, Vietnam, Indonesia and India will be allowed direct entry so long as they spend five days in quarantine post-arrival. [...]
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Saudi Arabia to Resume Direct Flights for Expats on December 1st
Explore Egypt

Saudi Arabia to Resume Direct Flights for Expats on December 1st

Fully vaccinated travellers from Egypt, Pakistan, Brazil, Vietnam, Indonesia and India will be allowed direct entry so long as they spend five days in quarantine post-arrival. [...]
Local Label Brown Toast Fuses Fashion and Art
Fashion

Local Label Brown Toast Fuses Fashion and Art

29 Nov 2021
An apparel and lifestyle brand, Brown Toast puts artists on the proverbial pedestal. Each of their collections are centred around one local artist, giving them a platform while creating unique pieces. [...]
Sahel's Shawerma Food Truck Laffa Makes Its Way to Cairo
Eats

Sahel's Shawerma Food Truck Laffa Makes Its Way to Cairo

29 Nov 2021
You can enjoy Laffa's modern take on shawerma all year long now. [...]
We're Getting a Cinematic Universe of Arabic Superheroes
ARTS & CULTURE

We're Getting a Cinematic Universe of Arabic Superheroes

29 Nov 2021
Move aside Iron Man, there's a new cinematic universe of superhero movies, and it will feature some of the most exciting actors in the Arab world. [...]
Cairo-Based Legaltech Hekouky Raises Undisclosed Pre-Seed Round
Business

Cairo-Based Legaltech Hekouky Raises Undisclosed Pre-Seed Round

29 Nov 2021
The startup is on a mission to empower entrepreneurs by taking the legal burden off their shoulders by making legal transactions sampler, faster and more transparent. [...]
Dried Flowers & Gorgeous Plumes with Pampas Egypt
Scene Home

Dried Flowers & Gorgeous Plumes with Pampas Egypt

29 Nov 2021
Affordable, evergreen, and super versatile, pampas flowers are an interior decor trend we’re rooting for. [...]
Oodles of Noodles and Homemade Steamed Dumplings with Al Firdaws
Eats

Oodles of Noodles and Homemade Steamed Dumplings with Al Firdaws

29 Nov 2021
Sis is serving up all the traditional goodies and we’re eternally grateful. [...]
Orascom Construction to Help Build Egypt's First Green Hydrogen Plant
BUZZ

Orascom Construction to Help Build Egypt's First Green Hydrogen Plant

28 Nov 2021
Orascom is slated to execute the work locally, bringing the facility online before the start of the global climate change conference COP27 at Ain El Sokhna in November 2022. [...]

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