Marina Makary

A journalism graduate from the American University in Dubai who is curious, spontaneous, and often rebellious, Marina is a passionate Cairo-based journalist who aspires to become one of the most influential women in the Middle East. She likes to follow her heart and express that through words; her favorite form of expression.

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  ‘Nisr’ the Griffon Vulture is Safe and Soaring in Egyptian Skies

  After learning that a Griffon vulture was trapped near a powerline close to Galala Mountain, Nature Conservation...

  Marina Makary 26 May 2022
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  Egypt’s National Strategy for Climate Change 2050 Ahead of COP27

  In November 2021, Egypt’s Sharm El Sheikh was selected to host the 27th UN Climate Change Conference...

  Marina Makary 25 May 2022
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  Business & Technology

  From Cars to Livestock: Here are Egypt’s Top 5 Imports

  As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, Egypt’s economy, like other economies around the world, is currently...

  Marina Makary 24 May 2022
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  6 Outings in Cairo for Only 5 Egyptian Pounds

  With inflation, rising prices, and unavailability of many goods, Egyptians of different social classes and ages have...

  Marina Makary 23 May 2022
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  Central Bank of Egypt Raises Interest Rates by 2%

  The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) announced the raising of interest rates on overnight deposits and loans...

  Marina Makary 19 May 2022
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  ‘I Hope This Makes Egyptian Women Proud’: Manal Rostom Becomes First-Ever Egyptian Woman to Summit Mount Everest

  Setting a historic and unparalleled record, Egyptian marathoner and mountaineer Manal Rostom became the first Egyptian woman...

  Marina Makary 18 May 2022
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  Tawasol: a Comprehensive Approach Towards Community Development in Egypt

  A spacious playground, a computer lab, a library, a 150-seat theater, and an art room, all located...

  Marina Makary 17 May 2022
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  Fashion Struggles of Being a Plus-Sized Woman in Egypt

  Attempting to lock in a soirée dress for her upcoming event, Omnia Medhat ventured into a shop...

  Marina Makary 12 May 2022
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  In Photos

  In Photos: The Spectacular Beauty of the Colored Canyon in Sinai

  Although Sinai is known for its mesmerizing beaches and entertaining water activities in both Dahab and Nuweiba,...

  Marina Makary 10 May 2022
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  The Ark Animal Care: Prioritizing Animal Welfare Over Profit in Egypt

  Over the past few years, animal welfare has become a growing concern among Egyptians. Due to the...

  Marina Makary 4 May 2022
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  Who was Sawabe’ Zeinab Named After?

  Eid comes with all forms of celebrations, new clothes, outings, gifts, and most importantly, delicious food. As...

  Marina Makary 4 May 2022
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  Business & Technology

  Suez Canal Sees Record-High Revenues in April 2022

  Egypt’s Suez Canal recorded its highest monthly revenue in April 2022, reaping USD 629 million, with 1,929...

  Marina Makary 4 May 2022
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  Egypt’s Public Prosecution Detains Two After Eight Children Killed in Beheira

  The Egyptian Public Prosecution detained two men on Saturday, 30 April, one for unintentional murder and another...

  Marina Makary 1 May 2022
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  Business & Technology

  Egyptian Swvl Acquires Turkish Subscription-based Transportation Service Volt Lines

  Cairo-born shared transportation service provider Swvl has acquired Turkish transportation-as-a-service operator Volt Lines, further expanding its operations....

  Marina Makary 26 April 2022
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  International

  Egypt’s Sisi Congratulates France’s Macron on Election Victory

  Egyptian President Abdelfattah Al Sisi congratulated on Sunday evening centrist French President Emmanuel Macron on his reelection...

  Marina Makary 25 April 2022
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  All You Need to Know About Egypt’s Space City

  In recent years, the Egyptian government has been keen on putting itself on the global map in...

  Marina Makary 23 April 2022
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  Seeking Happily-Ever-Afters: Arranged Marriages in Egypt

  “You’re not going to leave this wedding without a bride,” was how Mohamed Saeed was greeted upon...

  Marina Makary 20 April 2022