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Youssra's New Show 'Kalam 3an El Hob' is Coming Out on January 31st
BUZZ

Where Do the Richest People in Africa Live?

17 Jan 2022
Where do the richest of the rich live in Africa? The 2021 Africa Wealth Report claims to have the answer. [...]
Sawsan Badr to Receive Achievement Award at Aswan Women Film Festival
ARTS & CULTURE

Sawsan Badr to Receive Achievement Award at Aswan Women Film Festival

17 Jan 2022
Sawsan Badr was chosen because she represents the creativity of Egyptian women in the movie business, especially considering the nature of her work and the way they address women’s social issues. [...]
New Details on the EGP 2.7 Billion King Salman University in Ras Sudr
LIFESTYLE

New Details on the EGP 2.7 Billion King Salman University in Ras Sudr

17 Jan 2022
With two other branches in Sharm El Sheikh and El Tur, King Salman International University looks to raise the bar for higher education across Sinai. [...]
12th Edition of World Urban Forum to Be Hosted in Egypt
BUZZ

12th Edition of World Urban Forum to Be Hosted in Egypt

17 Jan 2022
With an emphasis on sustainability, the 2024 edition of the WUF examines one of the most pressing issues facing the world today, including rapid urbanisation and its impact on our communities. [...]
UAE Proptech Huspy Acquires Mortgage Consultancy Firm HomeMatters
Business

UAE Proptech Huspy Acquires Mortgage Consultancy Firm HomeMatters

17 Jan 2022
The acquisition is just one step of ambitious expansion plans, as Europe beckons for Huspy. [...]
From Tacos to Banh Mi: YOI Is Alexandria’s Latest Asian Fusion Spot
Eats

From Tacos to Banh Mi: YOI Is Alexandria’s Latest Asian Fusion Spot

17 Jan 2022
You get a bowl of dry ice with your meal. We love the antics. [...]
Egyptian Edtech Orcas Raises $2.1 Million for Regional Expansion Plans
Business

Egyptian Edtech Orcas Raises $2.1 Million for Regional Expansion Plans

17 Jan 2022
The live learning platform will channel the new investment into expanding its in-person and online services across the MENAP region. [...]
Cairo Kitchen Returns to Maadi with a New Branch
Eats

Cairo Kitchen Returns to Maadi with a New Branch

16 Jan 2022
The restaurant may still exist in Zamalek but something tells that things are going to hit different at their Maadi branch. [...]
An Early Look at South Sinai's Great Transfiguration
Explore Egypt

An Early Look at South Sinai's Great Transfiguration

16 Jan 2022
The Egyptian government is currently implementing the Great Transfiguration, a vast renovation that will transform St Catherine into a major tourist destination to showcase its spiritual heritage. [...]
Youssra's New Show 'Kalam 3an El Hob' is Coming Out on January 31st
BUZZ

Youssra's New Show 'Kalam 3an El Hob' is Coming Out on January 31st

16 Jan 2022
Superstar Youssra is coming out with a new show at the end of January, and it's all about love. [...]
Egyptian Producer DJ Totti Flies Solo with His Sorrows in ‘A7zany’
Noise

Egyptian Producer DJ Totti Flies Solo with His Sorrows in ‘A7zany’

16 Jan 2022
The producer paints an emotive picture without a single bar or lyric spoken. [...]
Week Month Year

Pasta & Wings: The Sheikh Zayed Spot with No Time for Anything Else

Some people like pasta, others like chicken wings, but lots of people like both. This Sheikh Zayed eatery knows that which is why it has [...]

Babo: This 6th of October Smokehouse Is a Carnivorous Fantasy

Brb while we move to Mall of Arabia! [...]

This New Cairo Home by MAD Studio Exudes French Style in Monochrome

Tucked in the lush greenery of Mivida, New Cairo, ‘La Feuille Blanche’ was designed by MAD Studio to be dark, dramatic and utterly [...]

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 [...]

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. [...]

The Top 5 Things Egyptians Googled in 2021

It's been topsy turvy year, full of good and bad - something refelected in the most Googled people and topics in Egypt. [...]

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! [...]

Pasta & Wings: The Sheikh Zayed Spot with No Time for Anything Else

Some people like pasta, others like chicken wings, but lots of people like both. This Sheikh Zayed eatery knows that which is why it has [...]

Babo: This 6th of October Smokehouse Is a Carnivorous Fantasy

Brb while we move to Mall of Arabia! [...]

You Café in Alexandria Is All About Giving You the 5-Star Treatment

Alexandrians, you win this time. [...]

Beit Gedy is Serving You All Your Favourite Egyptian Food in Style

This authentic Egyptian spot is taking us down memory lane with their classic comfort food. [...]

Habibi Funk to Release Compilation of Hamid El Shaeri’s Early Work

The Berlin label’s ‘HABIBI FUNK 018’ will put the focus on the Libyan-Egyptian musician and his early experimentation with funk and disco. [...]

Where Do the Richest People in Africa Live?

Where do the richest of the rich live in Africa? The 2021 Africa Wealth Report claims to have the answer. [...]

Sawsan Badr to Receive Achievement Award at Aswan Women Film Festival

Sawsan Badr was chosen because she represents the creativity of Egyptian women in the movie business, especially considering the nature of [...]

New Details on the EGP 2.7 Billion King Salman University in Ras Sudr

With two other branches in Sharm El Sheikh and El Tur, King Salman International University looks to raise the bar for higher education [...]

Babo: This 6th of October Smokehouse Is a Carnivorous Fantasy
Eats

Babo: This 6th of October Smokehouse Is a Carnivorous Fantasy

17 Jan 2022
Brb while we move to Mall of Arabia! [...]
Habibi Funk to Release Compilation of Hamid El Shaeri’s Early Work
Noise

Habibi Funk to Release Compilation of Hamid El Shaeri’s Early Work

17 Jan 2022
The Berlin label’s ‘HABIBI FUNK 018’ will put the focus on the Libyan-Egyptian musician and his early experimentation with funk and disco. [...]
Sudanese Rapper G-Salih is Pensive & Reflective in ‘Essential Oils’
Noise

Sudanese Rapper G-Salih is Pensive & Reflective in ‘Essential Oils’

17 Jan 2022
The US-based artist has always been throughtful with his bars, but digs even deeper for his latest release. [...]
Egyptian Online Grocery Startup Tawfeer to Expand Out of Alexandria
Business

Egyptian Online Grocery Startup Tawfeer to Expand Out of Alexandria

16 Jan 2022
The news comes after the q-commerce startup raised a seed round worth $500K. [...]
Greco-Roman Tomb Uncovered in West Aswan
BUZZ

Greco-Roman Tomb Uncovered in West Aswan

16 Jan 2022
The tomb was built for multiple families, and contains many artefacts in uncommonly good condition. [...]
SCENE TV
Greco-Roman Tomb Uncovered in West Aswan
BUZZ

Greco-Roman Tomb Uncovered in West Aswan

The tomb was built for multiple families, and contains many artefacts in uncommonly good condition. [...]
Pasta & Wings: The Sheikh Zayed Spot with No Time for Anything Else
Eats

Pasta & Wings: The Sheikh Zayed Spot with No Time for Anything Else

16 Jan 2022
Some people like pasta, others like chicken wings, but lots of people like both. This Sheikh Zayed eatery knows that which is why it has decided to open up to serve only that: pasta and chicken wings. [...]
Mining Complexes for Gold, Phosphate & Copper to Be Built Across Egypt
BUZZ

Mining Complexes for Gold, Phosphate & Copper to Be Built Across Egypt

15 Jan 2022
The Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources also plans to establish a gold refinery at Marsa Alam, just south of the Eastern Desert, which is is believed to hold over 1 million ounces of gold. [...]
Baky Hospitality to Launch Sachi Almaza & Megumi this Summer
Eats

Baky Hospitality to Launch Sachi Almaza & Megumi this Summer

15 Jan 2022
Not only will they move from their famed Hacienda Red location after spending five iconic years there, their new spot sees them taking over Almaza Bay. [...]
57357 Children's Cancer Hospital Opens Centre for Art & Music Therapy
BUZZ

57357 Children's Cancer Hospital Opens Centre for Art & Music Therapy

15 Jan 2022
While the 57357 Children's Cancer Hospital is known for its free world-class treatments, the department will help children even further through art therapy workshops and music therapy workshops. [...]
US-Based REEF to Launch Cloud Kitchens in MENA with Americana Group
Business

US-Based REEF to Launch Cloud Kitchens in MENA with Americana Group

15 Jan 2022
The joint venture comes after REEF's first forray into MENA last November, when it acquired UAE cloud kitchen operator, iKcon. [...]
'Merci, Uzu': New Year, New EP for Rising Egyptian Rapper Uzu
Noise

'Merci, Uzu': New Year, New EP for Rising Egyptian Rapper Uzu

15 Jan 2022
The three-track release is the rapper's second EP, after 2021's 'Safqa', and builds on a signature sound that pulls together hip-hop, trap, R&B and what some call 'R&Bass'. [...]
Beit Gedy is Serving You All Your Favourite Egyptian Food in Style
Eats

Beit Gedy is Serving You All Your Favourite Egyptian Food in Style

15 Jan 2022
This authentic Egyptian spot is taking us down memory lane with their classic comfort food. [...]

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