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Homegrown Brands Crafting Cuteness for Your Kids
BUZZ

Debunking Dyslexia in Egypt With Meen Aal's Tarnim & Sarah Sedky

29 May 2022
Through actress Tarnim’s depiction of Karen in ‘Meen Aal’, and Sarah Sedky's advocacy with Dyslexic Community Worldwide, much has been done for people with dyslexia in Egypt. But what's next? [...]
School of Egyptian Civilization Revived at NMEC After 20-Year Hiatus
LIFESTYLE

School of Egyptian Civilization Revived at NMEC After 20-Year Hiatus

29 May 2022
The school will target Egyptian university graduates and foreigners who have a passion for ancient Egyptian civilization throughout the ages. [...]
These New Trains Will Let You Sleep From Cairo to Matrouh in June
BUZZ

These New Trains Will Let You Sleep From Cairo to Matrouh in June

29 May 2022
Cairo’s Railway Authority has decided to operate eight air-conditioned trains with beds on them from Cairo to Marsa Matrouh. [...]
Turkish Street Food Lands in Egypt with Otantik Kumpir
Eats

Turkish Street Food Lands in Egypt with Otantik Kumpir

29 May 2022
Infatuated with the perfection that is the Turkish ‘kumpir’ or baked potato, Otantik set off on a mission to spread the gourmet delicacy around the world. [...]
You Can Now Shop Odd Behaviour’s Egyptian Prints on a New Website
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You Can Now Shop Odd Behaviour’s Egyptian Prints on a New Website

28 May 2022
Odd Behaviour’s new website lets you pick portals into the days of future past for your home, office, or any space you wish to imbue with an air of nonchalant Ancient Egyptian reimagination. [...]
Cairo Boitech Natrify Looks to Enter US & UK After Pre-Seed Raise
Business

Cairo Boitech Natrify Looks to Enter US & UK After Pre-Seed Raise

28 May 2022
The startup has developed a first-of-a-kind bioplastic that biodegrades in any environment, with zero environmental harm. [...]
'Sunkissed' Sashays in to Summer with Supportive Stylish Swimwear
Fashion

'Sunkissed' Sashays in to Summer with Supportive Stylish Swimwear

28 May 2022
This local label's first collection feature buttery-soft fabrics, adjustable straps and ties, and supportive cups to give wearers the comfort and support they need throughout the summer. [...]
Saudi's Red Sea Project Reveals Three Incredible New Resorts
Explore Egypt

Saudi's Red Sea Project Reveals Three Incredible New Resorts

28 May 2022
Another three hotels have just been announced for Saudi Arabia's ambitious Red Sea Project: the Ritz Carlton Reserve, Miraval, and Rosewood. [...]
Craema is Cairo's Newest Bakery That's All About Fusion Baking
Eats

Craema is Cairo's Newest Bakery That's All About Fusion Baking

28 May 2022
Tahini and molasses cookies, anyone? [...]
Alexandria Welcomes Mochi for the Very First Time with Mow-Chee
Eats

Alexandria Welcomes Mochi for the Very First Time with Mow-Chee

27 May 2022
A new brand by the name of Mow-Chee is changing thins up in the Pearl of the Mediterranean by giving them what they deserve: mochi! [...]
Amie Sultan's Taqseem Institute of Dance Heritage Certified by UNESCO
ARTS & CULTURE

Amie Sultan's Taqseem Institute of Dance Heritage Certified by UNESCO

27 May 2022
Having received the thumbs up from UNESCO’s CID (International Dance Council), the Taqseem Institute is now the only dance school in Egypt recognised and qualified by the international organisation. [...]
Week Month Year

Stellar Egyptian Style at Festival de Cannes 2022

Here are a few of the fabulous looks from Egyptian stars at Festival de Cannes 2022, and the designers behind them... [...]

Shrimp Bay Makes Seafood Buckets Unlike Anything We've Seen

The new eatery stands out because of their affordable buckets. Three kilos of mixed seafood will only cost you EGP 333. [...]

What Your Fave Homegrown Swimwear Brand Says About You

With the boom of local swimwear brands in Egypt there's something for everyone, but what EXACTLY does that particular something in your [...]

'Art Empowers' Brings Its Wealth of Workshops to Arkan Plaza

The ‘Empowering Generation’ exhibit spotlights some of Egypt’s biggest names, like Mohamed Abla, Hossam Dirrar, and Mariam Faried. [...]

Recreate the Giza Pyramid With LEGO's New 1,500-Piece Set

Slated to come out this June, the LEGO Group is planning a trip to Egypt to launch their new 1,500-piece Pyramid of Giza kit. [...]

A Walk Through Downtown Cairo’s Timeless Architecture

With iconic architecture, dramatic facades and delicate balconies, the buildings of Downtown Cairo are rich in history, with stories that [...]

Stellar Egyptian Style at Festival de Cannes 2022

Here are a few of the fabulous looks from Egyptian stars at Festival de Cannes 2022, and the designers behind them... [...]

Bring Hope to Spinal Cord Research at Wings For Life Run in New Cairo

Every year on May 8th, Wings For Life hosts a World Run to raise funds for spinal cord resarch - and for the first time, Egypt is joining [...]

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 [...]

USAID & EBRD Agree to Support Cultural Tourism in Cairo & Luxor

The project will support heritage and sustainable tourism by encouraging private investment in public heritage tourism projects, with a [...]

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 [...]

What Your Fave Homegrown Swimwear Brand Says About You

With the boom of local swimwear brands in Egypt there's something for everyone, but what EXACTLY does that particular something in your [...]

Egypt’s Denim Exports Are Huge, So Where Are Our Local Denim Brands?

Denim imports from Egypt to the US skyrocketed 132.21% to USD 55.59 million, and while that’s great news for textile giants, is it so great [...]

The Louvre & Vacheron Constantin's Luxury Watch Pays Tribute to Egypt

This intense collaboration between historians and curators produced a luxury watch collection called Métiers d’Art, which includes a [...]

This Group is Fighting for Egyptian Women’s Right to Work From Home

The campaign calls for embracing the reality of technological capabilities and social standards, working with the tide instead of swimming [...]

Debunking Dyslexia in Egypt With Meen Aal's Tarnim & Sarah Sedky

Through actress Tarnim’s depiction of Karen in ‘Meen Aal’, and Sarah Sedky's advocacy with Dyslexic Community Worldwide, much has been done [...]

School of Egyptian Civilization Revived at NMEC After 20-Year Hiatus

The school will target Egyptian university graduates and foreigners who have a passion for ancient Egyptian civilization throughout the [...]

These New Trains Will Let You Sleep From Cairo to Matrouh in June

Cairo’s Railway Authority has decided to operate eight air-conditioned trains with beds on them from Cairo to Marsa Matrouh. [...]

Alexandria's Iconic Gemy's BBQ Touches Down in Cairo

Yup, you read that right. You need not go to Alex no more, at least not for Gemy, because he has decided to come himself. [...]

Alexandria's Iconic Gemy's BBQ Touches Down in Cairo
Eats

Alexandria's Iconic Gemy's BBQ Touches Down in Cairo

29 May 2022
Yup, you read that right. You need not go to Alex no more, at least not for Gemy, because he has decided to come himself. [...]
The Louvre & Vacheron Constantin's Luxury Watch Pays Tribute to Egypt
ARTS & CULTURE

The Louvre & Vacheron Constantin's Luxury Watch Pays Tribute to Egypt

28 May 2022
This intense collaboration between historians and curators produced a luxury watch collection called Métiers d’Art, which includes a depiction of the Great Sphinx of Tanis. [...]
Jordan's House of Afandi to perform in London on the 1st of July
Noise

Jordan's House of Afandi to perform in London on the 1st of July

28 May 2022
Habib Funk is inviting over a handful of talents from around the region as a part of his July residency at the Jazz cafe in London. [...]
Homegrown Brands Crafting Cuteness for Your Kids
Scene Home

Homegrown Brands Crafting Cuteness for Your Kids

27 May 2022
Designing a baby room or a toddler’s domain calls for tons of style and an overload of playfulness. Here are local brands crafting charming products made just for children. [...]
Egyptian Fintech Khazna Receives CBE Approval for New ‘Khazna Card’
Business

Egyptian Fintech Khazna Receives CBE Approval for New ‘Khazna Card’

27 May 2022
The milestone moment comes just two months after the Cairo-based outfit raises a Series A round worth $38 million. [...]
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Egyptian Fintech Khazna Receives CBE Approval for New ‘Khazna Card’
Business

Egyptian Fintech Khazna Receives CBE Approval for New ‘Khazna Card’

The milestone moment comes just two months after the Cairo-based outfit raises a Series A round worth $38 million. [...]
Molotof Remixes Travis Scott’s ‘Butterfly Effect’
Noise

Molotof Remixes Travis Scott’s ‘Butterfly Effect’

27 May 2022
Molotof felt bored producing for artists, so he decided to remake some known hits instead, in his own signature style. [...]
What Your Fave Homegrown Swimwear Brand Says About You
Fashion

What Your Fave Homegrown Swimwear Brand Says About You

27 May 2022
With the boom of local swimwear brands in Egypt there's something for everyone, but what EXACTLY does that particular something in your travel bag say about you? [...]
Croissants Take Centre Stage At Twisted Bakehouse
Eats

Croissants Take Centre Stage At Twisted Bakehouse

27 May 2022
Have you ever had a red velvet croissant? [...]
Unravelling the Twisted History of Egypt’s Forgotten City of Tanis
Explore Egypt

Unravelling the Twisted History of Egypt’s Forgotten City of Tanis

27 May 2022
The Egyptians called it Djanet, the Old Testament named it Zoan, the Arabs dubbed it San Al Hajjar, and it was even in Indiana Jones. But what do we really know about Tanis, Egypt’s lost capital? [...]
The UK Makes Its Cairo Entrance with Swirkies
Eats

The UK Makes Its Cairo Entrance with Swirkies

26 May 2022
Cookies? What about skillets? Crepes? There's a place that and it's called Swirkies. [...]
Egypt’s Denim Exports Are Huge, So Where Are Our Local Denim Brands?
Fashion

Egypt’s Denim Exports Are Huge, So Where Are Our Local Denim Brands?

26 May 2022
Denim imports from Egypt to the US skyrocketed 132.21% to USD 55.59 million, and while that’s great news for textile giants, is it so great for the Egyptian shopper? [...]
Globally-Acclaimed Speaker Robin Sharma Announced for EEA Talks
Business

Globally-Acclaimed Speaker Robin Sharma Announced for EEA Talks

26 May 2022
The bestselling author and speaker will be the key speaker at the debut of the event on June 10th. [...]

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