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Rafah-Gaza buffer zone to expand to 1km

Egypt is set to expand the buffer zone between the town of Rafah and the Gaza Strip from 500 metres to 1km, as counterinsurgency efforts by the authorities continue. (AFP File, Said Khatib)
Decision comes after the armed forces discovered tunnels over 800 metres long

6 April announces Mohamed Mahmoud Street demonstrations

Protesters gather at Mohamed Mahmoud Street in central Cairo on 19 November 2013. The 6 April Democratic Front announced on Monday its intention to demonstrate at the same location. (Photo by Aaron T. Rose)
Group says protests will commemorate the third anniversary of deadly clashes

Egypt may experience increase in terrorism: Think tank

An Egyptian man takes photographs at the site of a powerful car bomb explosion in the Egyptian city of Mansura, North of Cairo, on December 24, 2013. The bombing tore through a police building in Mansura early today, killing at least 14 people, an attack the authorities said was aimed at derailing the country's transition to democracy. (AFP PHOTO/MAHMOUD KHALED)
The country was ranked 13th in the new Global Terrorism Index report

Egypt canvasses African ambassadors for Security Council bid

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs invited African ambassadors to Egypt to the ministry to garner support for its bid to secure a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council in 2016. (AFP/File Emmanuel Dunand)
Egypt continues efforts to secure non-permanent seat on UN Security Council in 2016

Egypt welcomes UAE terror listing of Muslim Brotherhood

Egypt welcomes UAE terror listing of Muslim Brotherhood (AFP File Photo)
Foreign ministry spokesman calls for international cooperation to combat terrorism

Suicide bombers in Libya include Egyptians: reports

An alleged picture of Egyptian suicide bomber Abu Musab Al-Masri, who is said to have attacked Libyan Army barracks. (Photo Public Domain)
ISIS-affiliated website publishes images of alleged suicide bombers in Libya, claiming they are group members

Rafah-Gaza buffer zone to expand to 1km

6 April announces Mohamed Mahmoud Street demonstrations

Egypt may experience increase in terrorism: Think tank

Egypt canvasses African ambassadors for Security Council bid

Egypt welcomes UAE terror listing of Muslim Brotherhood

Suicide bombers in Libya include Egyptians: reports

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Rights groups seek dialogue with government

Groups aim to discuss independence of civic associations, fearing NGO law will lead to government interference

Military court sentences 20 civilians for armed forces assault

One of the defendants refused lawyer, citing he did not recognise legitimacy of military trials

Authorities violated 12 articles of constitution: ANHRI

Egyptian rights group claims violations are enabled by laws that contradict the constitution

Shoukry, Kerry discuss ways to prevent Middle East from ‘sliding into violence’

Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry met in London with US Secretary of State John Kerry to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in light of the escalating tensions in Jerusalem. (Photo Ministry of Foreign Affairs Handout)
Egypt's foreign minister also holds meetings with Saudi, British officials

Knife, axe attacks kill 4 in Jerusalem synagogue

The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine has claimed the attack

Egypt welcomes Burkina Faso’s return to civilian rule after coup

Colonel Zida transferring power to retired diplomat, in move Egypt foreign ministry says shows “political maturity”

Rights groups seek dialogue with government

Military court sentences 20 civilians for armed forces assault

Authorities violated 12 articles of constitution: ANHRI

Shoukry, Kerry discuss ways to prevent Middle East from ‘sliding into violence’

Knife, axe attacks kill 4 in Jerusalem synagogue

Egypt welcomes Burkina Faso’s return to civilian rule after coup

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Egypt’s economy grows by 1.1% in first quarter

Figure 6.8% higher than same quarter last year

Solar energy production falls by 48%: Baseera

Solar power
Electricity from solar power totalled 247m KWh in 2012/13, compared to 479m KWh 2011/12

Government to re-pump gas to EBIC

EGAS pumps 60% of factories’ fuel needs after Sawiris donates EGP 2.5bn to Long Life Egypt fund

3.8% growth rate expected by end of FY 2014/2015: Planning minister

Ashraf El-Araby, Minister of Planning (DNE Photo)
First quarter growth of current fiscal year reached 1.1%

Emirati company offers to manage investments in Egypt’s logistics project

An Emirati holding company has offered to perform all investments at Damietta’s global logistics centre project (AFP Photo)
International consulting firm requests to participate in the project through establishing railway lines over 600km, supply minister says

British Gas postpones project due to late payment of government dues: Egygas official

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Extension of Borollos fields project delayed until early 2016, claims official

Egypt’s economy grows by 1.1% in first quarter

Solar energy production falls by 48%: Baseera

Government to re-pump gas to EBIC

3.8% growth rate expected by end of FY 2014/2015: Planning minister

Emirati company offers to manage investments in Egypt’s logistics project

British Gas postpones project due to late payment of government dues: Egygas official

Technology View All →

Telecom Egypt experiences profits drop in 2014

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TE’s revenue amounted to EGP 9.1bn during the first nine months of 2014, compared to EGP8.3bn for the same period last year, according to a company ...

IBM predicts 50% growth in cloud computing in Egypt by end of 2015

The initiative aims to support local software companies in acquiring skills and expertise in cloud computing as a source of innovation in the region. (AFP/File, Odd Andersen)
ITIDA and IBM launch 2nd phase of joint-initiative to help telecom SMEs enter new markets

Lenovo to lead Egyptian computer sales by end of 2015: CEO

Lenovo Group gained 20% of local computer sales, and acquired the second largest market share despite only selling laptops. (AFP Photo)
Lenovo spends $3bn globally per year in research and development, says CEO YasserShaheen

30% growth target in 2015: Dell sales manager

Computer company Dell, must target a 30% sales increase in 2015, at the top end of the IT sector’s growth range of 20%-30% (AFP Photo)
2014 figures targeted 20% growth, but company reached only a “not acceptable” 10%, says distribution sales manager

E-finance launches new “Banzenty” app

The electronic payment company E-Finance has entered into negotiations with Blom Bank Egypt, Crédit Agricole Egypt, The Arab Bank, the National Société Générale Bank (NSGB), the Arab Banking Corporation (ABC) and the Commercial International Bank (CIB) to provide them with Automated Clearing House (ACH) services. (Photo: Courtesy of Facebook Fan Page)
New app provides details on the nearest petrol station

ITIDA to sign expertise exchange agreement with Emirates Identity Authority

By Mohamed Alaa Eldin The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) and the Emirates Identity Authority signed a cooperation agreement Tuesday to exchange expertise in the field ...

Telecom Egypt experiences profits drop in 2014

IBM predicts 50% growth in cloud computing in Egypt by end of 2015

Lenovo to lead Egyptian computer sales by end of 2015: CEO

30% growth target in 2015: Dell sales manager

E-finance launches new “Banzenty” app

ITIDA to sign expertise exchange agreement with Emirates Identity Authority

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The non-profit organisation saving street cats

EMRO makes sure the street cats live a perfect happy life until they find a warm, sweet house to live in. (Photo Handout from EMRO)
EMRO helps homeless Egyptian “mau” breeds find a home

Recipe-generating app ‘Fel Talaga’ wins first place at ‘Fekrathon’ competition

The application suggests recipes from ingredients in the kitchen

Bicycles: The future of transport in Egypt?

The event was held in Zamalik and quickly took around of the streets of Egypt. (Photo from Egyptian Streets)
Dutch embassy organises cycling day in Egypt’s streets

Integrating prayers in psychological practices improves well-being: Study

he study suggests that prayer can enhance positive energy (AFP Photo)
Research emphasises improved sense of psychological well-being after prayer

Book fair provides space for literary debate in Maadi

Eclectic selection of second hand books on hand during fair

Dutch-Flemish Institute hosts lecture on ‘Environmental Justice’

Al-Max neighbourhood in Alexandria is one of the places affected by environmental problems in Egypt (Photo Handout from Alexandria Lovers Facebook page)
Poor people are more vulnerable to negative effects of environmental problems

The non-profit organisation saving street cats

Recipe-generating app ‘Fel Talaga’ wins first place at ‘Fekrathon’ competition

Bicycles: The future of transport in Egypt?

Integrating prayers in psychological practices improves well-being: Study

Book fair provides space for literary debate in Maadi

Dutch-Flemish Institute hosts lecture on ‘Environmental Justice’

Culture View All →

A walk to revive South Sinai’s tourism

The campaign helps hikers to entertain the beauty of Sinai away from the negative reputation it gained since 2011 (Photo by Khaled Abduallah )
The initiative aims to change how South Sinai is perceived in the media, to nourish tourism and help the development of Bedouin communities

A final call to save Alexandria’s antiquities

The museum is located in one of the most spectacular places at Foa'ad Street, downtown Alexandria (Photo from state information system)
Intellectuals and archaeologist launch campaign to expend Graeco-Roman museum

An Egyptian artist without borders

Ahmed is currently working on a new series of artworks, inspired by decayed walls that have been painted over and over again (Photo from Egyptian Streets)
With his latest installation, ‘The Beautiful Ones Are Not Yet Born’, Ibrahim Ahmed tries to expose people to power and the attractiveness it has

‘No School for Children’ to be screened at Nahdet el-Mahrousa

No School For Children discusses education in Egypt and Germany through stories of two young girls (Photo Handout from No School for Children Facebook page)
Co-directed by a German and an Egyptian, the documentary discusses education in both countries through the stories of two young girls

Cairo International Film Festival celebrates Egyptian director Henry Barakat

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CIFF will exhibit photographs of the director and his most celebrated work, in addition to a 30-minute documentary about his life

Egyptian actress Mariam Fakhr Eddine dies age 81

Egyptian actress Mariam Fakhr Eddine. (Photo Public Domain)
The actress died after complications in surgery to remove a blood clot

A walk to revive South Sinai’s tourism

A final call to save Alexandria’s antiquities

An Egyptian artist without borders

‘No School for Children’ to be screened at Nahdet el-Mahrousa

Cairo International Film Festival celebrates Egyptian director Henry Barakat

Egyptian actress Mariam Fakhr Eddine dies age 81

In Focus View All →

Cairo University students react to security measures on campus

Cairo Univeristy Students protest on October,12 2014.
Students say security measures are necessary but criticise enforcement

The fading faces of opposition media under Al-Sisi’s Egypt

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Egyptian media formed Al-Sisi's personality cult and is constantly emphasising the fight against “terrorism”

Will Gaza receive pledged donations?

Egypt and Norway co-hosted an international donor conference in Cairo in October. Questions have been raised as to whether or not the pledges made then will be kept (UN PHOTO)
Hamas remain sceptical about aid pledges

Mixed scenarios play out for runaway Brotherhood members

Egypt welcomes UAE terror listing of Muslim Brotherhood (AFP File Photo)
After seven leading Muslim Brotherhood leaders announced on 12 September that they would depart their longtime ally, Qatar, diverse scenarios were raised as to the reasons ...

Egypt redirects US military relationships

Egypt’s current stance on terrorism involves obtaining strategic solutions (AFP/File Photo)
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Government’s anti-terrorism statements believed to be for “media consumption”, expert says

Will Egyptians restore their sense of security?

Protesters gather around the burning headquarters of the of the ruling National Democratic party (NDP) in downtown Cairo on Friday, January 28, 2011. (AFP File Photo)
Egypt faces increased militancy and crime following 25 January Revolution

Cairo University students react to security measures on campus

The fading faces of opposition media under Al-Sisi’s Egypt

Will Gaza receive pledged donations?

Mixed scenarios play out for runaway Brotherhood members

Egypt redirects US military relationships

Will Egyptians restore their sense of security?

Tourism View All →

History, culture, and scenic grandeur on Mount Catherine

Mountain view of Saint Catherine village in Sinai. (Photo by Eduard Cousin)
Besides the beautiful landscape of mountains, wadis and canyons, the traditional Bedouin society is a large part of the beauty of Saint Catherine.

Eid travel: Discover something new this year

The views from atop the Temple of the Oracle are also well worth seeing. You can look out over the palm trees in all directions and see the beautiful landscape surrounding Siwa (Photo by Joel Gulhane)
Here are a few ideas to help you relax and a hide away from the crowds

Once-leading Red Sea oceanography institute now lifeless

Two meter mummified turtle. (Photo by Aya Nader)
Tourism restrictions, legal dispute keep visitors from discovering mermaid mysteries and underwater secrets

Walking with the Bedouins

Photo Courtesy of The Bedouin Way
Sleep under the starry heavens and get to know the desert dwellers

Tourism Assistance Fund aiming for 25% annual returns: Investment manager

Egypt’s Tourism Assistance Fund is looking for annual returns of 25% on investments, or $250m in the first phase of underwriting, according to Amr Askar, investment ...

Tax Authority agrees with tourism industry to divide new tax into installments: chairman

Installments will be based on each company’s circumstances

History, culture, and scenic grandeur on Mount Catherine

Eid travel: Discover something new this year

Once-leading Red Sea oceanography institute now lifeless

Walking with the Bedouins

Tourism Assistance Fund aiming for 25% annual returns: Investment manager

Tax Authority agrees with tourism industry to divide new tax into installments: chairman

Sports View All →

Egyptian qualification for the 2015 Nations Cup: a dream that will not be realised

Egyptian qualification for the 2015 Nations Cup: a dream that will not be realised
The situation does not stop only at achieving victory—almost impossible—against Tunisia, but extends to anticipating negative results for teams also competing for third place. For example, ...

In numbers: One decisive kick – a humiliating defeat!

The Senegalese team won 1-0, making Senegal the second team to qualify from Group 7 along with Tunisia. (AFP File Photo)
The loss to Senegal for the second time in qualifiers was not the worst thing that happened in the game, but the performance was monotonous for ...

Egypt to host 2014 Women’s World Championship

The 2014 Women's World Squash Championship will take place in Egypt from 15-20 December following an agreement this week between the Women's Squash Association (WSA) and Wadi Degla Holding. (AFP FILE PHOTO)
Offering a $150,000 prize-fund, the 2014 championship will be hosted by the Wadi Degla club in December, following three days' of qualifying

Egypt Cup goes to Al-Zamalek, Smouha left empty-handed

Alexandria’s Smouha mourns after league loss; miss out on cup title, beaten by Cairo giant Al-Zamalek in final

Egyptian football roundup: Smouha and Al-Zamalek in Egypt Cup final

Premier League winners Al-Ahly eliminated in semi-finals by Alexandrian side Smouha

Egyptian football roundup: Al-Ahly and Al-Zamalek in Egypt Cup semi-finals

After narrow victories in quarterfinals, Cairo giants meet Smouha and Wadi Degla in semis

Egyptian qualification for the 2015 Nations Cup: a dream that will not be realised

In numbers: One decisive kick – a humiliating defeat!

Egypt to host 2014 Women’s World Championship

Egypt Cup goes to Al-Zamalek, Smouha left empty-handed

Egyptian football roundup: Smouha and Al-Zamalek in Egypt Cup final

Egyptian football roundup: Al-Ahly and Al-Zamalek in Egypt Cup semi-finals

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