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Forbes Middle East has revealed its annual list of the Top Venture Capitalists for 2024, recognizing influential leaders who have been key players in driving innovation and growth within the MENA region’s dynamic startup ecosystem. Among the 30 honorees, four Egyptians have been celebrated for their contributions, highlighting the nation’s growing influence in venture capital. Saudi Arabia leads the rankings with 11 entries, followed...

Egypt is set to regulate the operations of Airbnb, the popular global home-renting platform, according to Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy, as reported by Al-Ahram. In an interview with Asharq Bloomberg on Monday, 23 December, Fathy revealed that upcoming guidelines would ensure the safety, cleanliness, and overall quality of accommodations listed on the platform.  The regulations will cover various types of properties,...

  From the instant the news of New Cairo’s serial killer, Karim Salim, 37, broke in Egypt earlier this year, his ex-wife, Lobna Yakout, 33, was reduced to nothing more than a silent shadow in his narrative — voiceless and invisible. The media initially fixated on the statements released by the serial killer, in which he accused his ex-wife of infidelity, calling her a...

Egypt’s tourism sector is showing strong momentum, with the number of international arrivals expected to reach 15.3 million by the end of 2024.  According to Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy, this represents a growth rate of around five percent compared to 2023. The minister added that similar growth is anticipated for 2025 as the country continues to build on its recovery and...

The Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA) has attained Maturity Level 3 (ML3) for both medicines and vaccines regulation on Saturday 20 December. This achievement makes Egypt the first country in Africa to achieve ML3 for both categories. The Maturity level 3 reflects a stable, well-functioning, and integrated regulatory health system. This latest recognition builds upon Egypt’s earlier success in March 2022, when it first achieved...

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi hosted the 11th D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation summit in the New Administrative Capital. The D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, comprising Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey, was established in 1997 to foster economic growth and development.  ​​The D-8 aims to enhance economic cooperation, diversify trade opportunities, and improve member states’ positions within the global economy....

There is a kind of silence that wraps around us as we ascend a mountain — where all that surrounds us is the expanse of clouds, a clear sky on the horizon, and the raw beauty of the landscape. Yet, within this quiet and stillness, there is an unspoken energy pulsing with life — the mountain’s vital role as a source of water, food,...

Egypt’s economy in 2024 has been at a crossroads,  grappling with persistent challenges amid potential opportunities. The country has contended with inflation and mounting foreign debt while persevering with ongoing structural reforms in its pursuit of stability and growth. Egypt’s economy showed signs of recovery, with a growth forecast of 3.2 percent for 2024 and an expected increase to 4.2 percent in fiscal year...

Egypt stands as one of the world’s richest in biodiversity, home to animals, birds, and aquatic species. The country’s moderate climate, with temperatures ranging between winter minimums of 14°C  from November to April and average summer maximums of 30°C, caters to its two primary biomes, the Wetland Biome and the Desert Biome. The Desert Biome dominates 92 percent of the country with its dry...

At least 16 people have suffered minor injuries after a missile launched by Yemen’s Houthis landed in Tel Aviv. The Israeli military confirmed that it failed to intercept a ballistic missile launched from Yemen early Saturday. The projectile landed in the Tel Aviv-Jaffa area, according to Israeli emergency services. The Iran-aligned Houthi movement in Yemen claimed responsibility for the attack, stating it was a...

Imagine the rich, caramelized sweetness of dates melting into a buttery, spiced cake – this Upside Down Date Cake is a show-stopping dessert that is as delicious as it is beautiful. Inspired by the natural sweetness of dates, a staple in Egyptian and Middle Eastern cuisine, this cake takes a simple ingredient and transforms it into a luxurious centerpiece. Featured in the now-retired Minnie’s...

Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities issued a statement on Thursday, 19 December, denying claims that the Pyramids of Giza were “rented” to popular YouTuber MrBeast, following viral speculation. The ministry clarified that MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, obtained a permit to film during non-working hours without disrupting site operations or visitor access. The statement comes after MrBeast revealed on the Beyond...