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

Luxor African Film Festival Launches Initiative for Female Filmmakers

24 Jan 2022
The project is going to oversee the development, training and psychological and moral support for the chosen directors with a group of experts from Europe and the US. [...]
New Academy to Be Dedicated to Amputee Football
LIFESTYLE

New Academy to Be Dedicated to Amputee Football

24 Jan 2022
The ‘Samir and Ali Academy for Amputee Football’ at the Olympic Center in Maadi will offer players the chance to elevate their game. [...]
South Korea to Help Egypt Fight Smuggling of Ancient Artefacts
BUZZ

South Korea to Help Egypt Fight Smuggling of Ancient Artefacts

24 Jan 2022
The two nations will cooperate extensively to prevent smuggling of cultural artefacts, as well as sharing modern technology to be applied to archaeological sites and museums. [...]
Cairo Tower Counts Down to the 2022 Beijing Olympics
BUZZ

Cairo Tower Counts Down to the 2022 Beijing Olympics

24 Jan 2022
In partnership with the China Cultural Center in Cairo, the 10-day countdown will begin at 7 PM on January 24th. [...]
Fawry Launches New ‘Fawry Yawmy’ Fund to Transform Egypt’s Debt Market
Business

Fawry Launches New ‘Fawry Yawmy’ Fund to Transform Egypt’s Debt Market

24 Jan 2022
Co-founded with Misr Capital, the new fund will primarily serve individual retail investors, a feat only possible thanks to Fawry’s expansive retail presence across Egypt. [...]
Cairo in Space - Egyptian Creators Team Up for This 3D Cyberpunk Art
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Cairo in Space - Egyptian Creators Team Up for This 3D Cyberpunk Art

24 Jan 2022
These 3D designers envisioned Egypt with a cyberpunk bend, and what better way than with a ChillOut convenience store floating in space? [...]
El Gouna Favourite ‘Moods’ Reopens in New Cairo
Eats

El Gouna Favourite ‘Moods’ Reopens in New Cairo

24 Jan 2022
Moods’ new location is coming through with a new look, decor, and menu that’s bound to make you shook. [...]
Sudanese Artist YK Shoots for the Stars with Afrobeat Banger ‘Ballin’
Noise

Sudanese Artist YK Shoots for the Stars with Afrobeat Banger ‘Ballin’

24 Jan 2022
The UK-based rapper has been sitting on this one for some time, though after a tough 2021, not is the perfect time to start bsllin' again. [...]
Morocco’s Chari to Launch BNPL Ecommerce Services After Bridge Round
Business

Morocco’s Chari to Launch BNPL Ecommerce Services After Bridge Round

24 Jan 2022
The prolific ecommerce specialist is set to push its services into new territories, following a bridge investment led investors in the GCC and Africa. [...]
This New Cairo Home Cuts Deep with Industrial Chic
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This New Cairo Home Cuts Deep with Industrial Chic

23 Jan 2022
With minimal use of colour cut through with warm wood, Sahar El Ghoul graces every surface of this New Cairo house with a sense of industrial chic. [...]
Alexandria's La Rue Cafe Will Take You to France and Back
Eats

Alexandria's La Rue Cafe Will Take You to France and Back

23 Jan 2022
Put on your beret and head to Alexandria’s La Rue-- not the street, the eatery. [...]
Week Month Year

Stories from Siwa: A ‘Nomads’ Guide to Egypt's Western Desert Paradise

From the salt lake quarry to the ancient Mountain of the Dead, we joined adventure group Nomads on a whirlwind journey to see the [...]

7 Cheetos-Inspired Dishes You Need to Try in Cairo

Cheetos ice cream? Say what again? [...]

New COVID-19 Regulations for Travellers Arriving in Egypt

All travellers flying into Egypt will be accepted as long as they tested negative for the following approved tests: PCR, Antigen Rapid [...]

Mukk is the All-Egyptian Label Serving Korean Chic

Entirely handmade, Mukk’s pieces exude a sense of comfort. Soft, plush, calming— kind of like staying in on a rainy day. [...]

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! [...]

New COVID-19 Regulations for Travellers Arriving in Egypt

All travellers flying into Egypt will be accepted as long as they tested negative for the following approved tests: PCR, Antigen Rapid [...]

Tamazeugh Castle is an Ode to the Divine Feminine in Siwa Oasis

Dedicated to the celebration of feminine energy, Tamazeugh Castle in Siwa Oasis gives female travellers an opportunity to tap into their [...]

Alexandria's La Rue Cafe Will Take You to France and Back

Put on your beret and head to Alexandria’s La Rue-- not the street, the eatery. [...]

What's Happening with the Suez Canal?

The part of the Canal where the Ever Given became grounded is set to be widened by 40 metres, and deepened by two metres, improving ship [...]

Esco-Bar Serves Up A Slice of Mexico in Garden City

Located on top of Cairo Capital Club, Venture Lifestyle's Rabih Mockbel is set to elevate Egypt's culinary scene. [...]

Fawry Launches New ‘Fawry Yawmy’ Fund to Transform Egypt’s Debt Market

Co-founded with Misr Capital, the new fund will primarily serve individual retail investors, a feat only possible thanks to Fawry’s [...]

Luxor African Film Festival Launches Initiative for Female Filmmakers

The project is going to oversee the development, training and psychological and moral support for the chosen directors with a group of [...]

New Academy to Be Dedicated to Amputee Football

The ‘Samir and Ali Academy for Amputee Football’ at the Olympic Center in Maadi will offer players the chance to elevate their game. [...]

Esco-Bar Serves Up A Slice of Mexico in Garden City
Eats

Esco-Bar Serves Up A Slice of Mexico in Garden City

24 Jan 2022
Located on top of Cairo Capital Club, Venture Lifestyle's Rabih Mockbel is set to elevate Egypt's culinary scene. [...]
Jordanian Producer Toumba Pumps Up The Pace with Club-Ready EP ‘115’
Noise

Jordanian Producer Toumba Pumps Up The Pace with Club-Ready EP ‘115’

24 Jan 2022
Releases on London-based label, All Centre, the artist's three-track release is a short but memorable showcase of his unqiue melding of sounds. [...]
Rabbit: The Egyptian Startup Sprinting Through the Q-Commerce Race
Business

Rabbit: The Egyptian Startup Sprinting Through the Q-Commerce Race

24 Jan 2022
We sit down with the founding team of an Egyptian startup that, after raising a record pre-seed round in 2021, is poised to lead the q-commerce race in one of MENA's largest markets. [...]
Orascom Financial Holding's Dot Obtains Central Bank of Egypt License
Business

Orascom Financial Holding's Dot Obtains Central Bank of Egypt License

24 Jan 2022
The private application will be launched in partnership with the Arab African International Bank with big ambitions, aiming to onboard more than one million customers as a medium-term goal. [...]
Seeking Seclusion at Al Tarfa Lodge & Egypt's Unspoiled Western Front
Explore Egypt

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

23 Jan 2022
Editorial Director, Haisam Awad, steps out of his comfort zone and away from the concrete chaos of Cairo, to wrestle with the peace and quiet of one of Egypt's most unique lodges. [...]
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Seeking Seclusion at Al Tarfa Lodge & Egypt's Unspoiled Western Front
Explore Egypt

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 quiet of one of Egypt's most unique lodges. [...]
Race Through Saqqara’s Ancient Wonders with Trifactory's 5k Marathon
LIFESTYLE

Race Through Saqqara’s Ancient Wonders with Trifactory's 5k Marathon

23 Jan 2022
Made famous thanks to its long-running event the ‘Pyramids Half Marathon’ and the ‘Somabay Endurance Festival’, The TriFactory is looking to branch out into Egypt’s historical and heritage sites. [...]
Album Spotlight: 'Bahr' by Ka2en - A New Breed of Egyptian Rap
Noise

Album Spotlight: 'Bahr' by Ka2en - A New Breed of Egyptian Rap

23 Jan 2022
In this special video feature, we sit down with some of the young multitalented artists of Cairo collective Ka2en to dig deep into their debut album 'Bahr' [...]
New COVID-19 Regulations for Travellers Arriving in Egypt
Explore Egypt

New COVID-19 Regulations for Travellers Arriving in Egypt

23 Jan 2022
All travellers flying into Egypt will be accepted as long as they tested negative for the following approved tests: PCR, Antigen Rapid Test, and ID NOW. [...]
Smasht Is Bringing Applewood-Smoked Burgers to El Asher and Zagazig
Eats

Smasht Is Bringing Applewood-Smoked Burgers to El Asher and Zagazig

23 Jan 2022
Smasht is actually a pioneer in the burger field, bringing never-before-seen items to Cairo’s outlying cities. [...]
Filmmaker Marianne Khoury Awarded with France's Legion of Honour
ARTS & CULTURE

Filmmaker Marianne Khoury Awarded with France's Legion of Honour

23 Jan 2022
Her role as a conduit between Egypt and Europe has cemented her close ties to the French film community. [...]
Synthwave Meets Goth Rock: Turkish Darkwave Duo Ductape's New LP 'Ruh'
Noise

Synthwave Meets Goth Rock: Turkish Darkwave Duo Ductape's New LP 'Ruh'

23 Jan 2022
Furkan Güleray and Çagla Güleray's eight-track album is a pulsating ride that swings from dreamy to sinister. [...]
Ministry of Environment Sets Up Hotline to Report Illegal Animal Trade
LIFESTYLE

Ministry of Environment Sets Up Hotline to Report Illegal Animal Trade

23 Jan 2022
The ministry has been carefully monitoring and stamping out these sales, which have become increasingly frequent over the internet. [...]

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