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From Khartoum to Cannes: Five Recent Internationally Acclaimed Sudanese Films

Director Mohamed Kordofani’s debut feature ‘Goodbye Julia’ made history last month by becoming the first Sudanese film to compete in…

4 June 2023

Demolition of Historic Cairo Cemeteries Stirs Public Outcry in Egypt

The heart of Egypt’s capital is home to an immense wealth of historically significant monuments and districts – from the…

2 June 2023

Diplomatic Detente No More? Explaining Iran’s Attempts to Restore Ties with Egypt

The political dynamics in the Middle East are undergoing a rapid transformation, with notable bilateral reconciliation and normalization processes claiming…

31 May 2023

Ezbet Gedy: Fresh Food Prepared by Hardworking Egyptian Mothers

Being a widow or a mother of a child with special needs can often be a challenge. With no time…

29 May 2023

Build Your Skincare Routine with Organic Products from Egyptian brands

In recent years, the Egyptian skincare market has seen the emergence or popularization of multiple brands promoting a return to…

29 May 2023

5 Hidden Gems in Cairo Worth Exploring in 2023

A myriad of spots — both known and lesser-known ones — pepper Egypt’s landscape. Across the capital particularly lies several…

28 May 2023

Egypt’s Al Ahly Basketball Team Clinch African Championship

Egypt’s basketball league leaders Al Ahly are now continental champions after claiming the Basketball Africa League (BAL) title on 27…

28 May 2023

Making Nations Pay for Climate Change: 6 Questions on the Loss and Damage Fund

Over the years, climate change has caused an increase in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. It has…

24 May 2023

Social Media Reacts to First Edition of Egypt Fashion Week

The first edition of Egypt Fashion Week – a series of fashion shows and events showcasing the work of local…

23 May 2023

Is Egypt’s ‘Masyaf’ Season Canceled This Year?

As beach season finally edges closer, some Egyptians have started planning their summer vacations, more commonly known as ‘masyaf’. However,…

22 May 2023

From Petra to Luxor: a Look at the Arab World’s Longest Hiking Trail

The Arab region is home to some of the world’s most fabled mountain ranges, housing a wealth of natural, historical,…

22 May 2023

How is This Egyptian Startup Facilitating Co-Ownership of Vacation Homes?

“With a timeshare, you’re buying time. With Seqoon, you’re buying real estate.” This is how Seqoon describes itself on its…

18 May 2023

Beyond Entertainment: The Social Impact of Egypt’s ‘Mosalsalat’

Last April, the Egyptian series Taht El Wesaya (‘Under Guardianship’) made headlines amidst the year’s heated Ramadan television race. Co-written…

16 May 2023

4 Ways Egypt’s Urban Expansion Could Affect Greater Cairo Residents

Egypt, as a landscape of many wonders and seemingly endless sprawling buildings, has been constantly changing based on the needs…

15 May 2023

Translating Home: English-Language Novels by Egyptian Authors

Arabs authors have been writing in English since the early twentieth century, when colonialism and mass waves of westward migration…

14 May 2023

5 Ways ChatGPT Could Affect Egyptians and MENA

Generative artificial intelligence has become ‘the next big thing’ in tech. From chatbots to multimedia generation and editing to automated…

14 May 2023

Bridging Evidence and Policy: New Seminar Series Highlights Role of Science in Strengthening Egypt’s Social Protection Programs

In recent years, Egypt’s government has implemented or expanded multiple social protection policies and programs targeting low-income citizens. As successive…

11 May 2023

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