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The Ministry of Justice and the five officially recognized Christian sects in Egypt have signed the long-awaited draft of the Personal Status Law for Christians, counselor Monsef Naguib Suleiman, a key advisor to the Coptic Orthodox Church and Member of Parliament, announced on Saturday, 14 December. The law is hailed as a historic first for Egypt, according to Suleiman, marking a significant milestone in...

In the shadow of Egypt’s economic struggles, multi-level marketing schemes blur the line between opportunity and exploitation. The post The False Promises of MLMs in Egypt: Legitimate Businesses or Scams?  first appeared on Egyptian Streets.

  Tangy, buttery, and irresistibly comforting, Samia’s Jam Tart is not just a dessert – it is a sweet slice of nostalgia. For Omneya “Minnie” Negm, this tart is a tribute to her mother, Samia, whose baking brought warmth and joy to countless family moments.  Featured in the now-retired Minnie’s Taste of Mediterranean Delight, this recipe combines the bright flavor of apricot jam with...

The Giza Plateau, home to the iconic Pyramids of Giza, will see an end to the presence of horses and camels by February 2025, according to Amr Gazarin, Chairman of Orascom Pyramids Entertainment (OPE). Gazarin announced plans to offer visitors a more organized, sustainable, and environmentally-conscious experience. “This is the world’s greatest landmark, the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Orascom...

The Egyptian Association of Wildlife Photographers announced on 13 November the 4th Annual Egypt Bird Photography Exhibition, scheduled for February.  This prestigious photography event aims to showcase the rich diversity of birdlife in Egypt by offering photographers an opportunity to present their artistic interpretations of avian beauty. Participants are encouraged to explore three thematic categories in their submissions.  The first theme, Portraits, invites close-up...

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi concluded his European tour with an official visit to Ireland on Wednesday 11 December, in an effort to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations.  During his visit, President El-Sisi met with Irish President Michael Higgins and Prime Minister Simon Harris. They discussed collaboration across various fields and industries while also discussing the ongoing situation in the Middle East....

Palestinian journalist Eman Shanti, a broadcaster for Voice of Al-Aqsa Radio, was killed  along with her husband and three children by an Israeli airstrike that targeted the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood of Gaza City on Wednesday 11 December. Eman, 38, was known for her impactful program, Asl Al-Qissa (The Root of the Story), which aired on social media platforms and highlighted pressing issues in her...

United Media Services (UMS) announced on Tuesday 10 December a new partnership with Tarek Nour Communications and the Mehwar TV channel to develop a new strategy to enhance Egypt’s media sector.  In an official statement, UMS stressed that this partnership will benefit the media industry as a whole by signaling a commitment to improving the reach of media content across the region. UMS has...

One moment you’re scrolling through TikTok, and the next you’re searching for ‘pistachio kunafa chocolate’ on Talabat, an online food delivery app, or Google. The online food community thrives on this pattern—constantly hopping from one viral trend or ingredient to the next. Viral TikTok recipes are reshaping menus in households worldwide, while also influencing new product launches in restaurants and stores. This summer, a...

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 Men’s FIFA World Cup after its bid, which faced no opposition, was approved by FIFA’s Congress during a virtual meeting on Wednesday, 11 December. The Congress also officially confirmed Spain, Portugal, and Morocco as co-hosts for the 2030 World Cup, which will include matches in Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay to celebrate the tournament’s centenary. Saudi Arabia faced no...

Globally, one in three women will experience gender-based violence (GBV) in their lifetime, but in many cases, the harm is not just physical. In Egypt, where women’s economic participation stands at just 15.9 percent, violence often takes economic forms that directly affect survival.  It is therefore no surprise that at the intersection of two global crises, GBV and food insecurity, lies an often-overlooked but...

The Egyptian-Dominican archaeological mission, led by Kathleen Martinez and the Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña, has made significant discoveries at the Taposiris Magna Temple near Alexandria on Sunday 8 December. Excavations revealed a number of Late Ptolemaic funerary and ritual artifacts beneath the temple’s southern wall. Key finds include a white marble statue of a woman, possibly Cleopatra VII, and a half-length statue of...

President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi embarked on a historic visit to Norway, where he was welcomed by King Harald V on Monday, 9 December. This marks the first visit by an Egyptian President to the Scandinavian country since diplomatic relations between Egypt and Norway were established in 1936. This is part of the president’s European tour, which started this week with a visit to Denmark. He...

On Monday 9 December, Egypt condemned Israel’s seizure of the buffer zone with Syria, describing the actions as an occupation of Syrian territories.  According to Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this seizure constitutes an obvious violation of Syria’s sovereignty and a clear breach of the 1974 Disengagement Agreement, which established a ceasefire line and a UN-monitored buffer zone between Israeli and Syrian military positions...

Syrian media reports indicate that Israeli warplanes have conducted dozens of attacks across Syria, including in the capital, Damascus.  The UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) reported over 100 strikes on military targets, including a research center linked to chemical weapon production.  Israel claims these actions aim to prevent weapons from falling “into the hands of extremists.” The strikes come after Syrian rebels...

The International Committee of Tourism Film Festivals (CIFFT) has extended an invitation to creative minds from across the globe to participate in the CIFFT Circuit 2025, a competition that celebrates excellence in tourism videos. The CIFFT Circuit spans nine prestigious festivals, culminating in the World Tourism Film Awards, where the world’s best tourism videos are crowned. Categories include City, Region, Country Promotion, and Tourism...

Egypt’s tourism sector contributed 8.1 percent to the country’s GDP in 2024, up slightly from 8 percent in 2023, generating USD 32.2 billion (EGP 1,608 billion) in revenues, according to recent data from Tourism Economics.  The tourism sector continues to make significant strides, with the World Tourism Organization reporting that Egypt led African countries in tourism revenue, reaching USD 14 billion (EGP 707 billion)...

Egyptians are facing higher internet costs as prices for monthly packages and mobile recharge cards have increased twice in 2024.  The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) cited rising inflation and network infrastructure upgrades as the reasons behind the price hikes. Mohamed Ibrahim, Head of Community Engagement at the NTRA, noted that this was the first significant price increase since 2017, despite growing internet consumption...

For years, the Egyptian music scene has been largely defined by iconic legends like Amr Diab, Sherine, and Tamer Ashour—artists whose influence seemed untouchable. But 2024 has brought a seismic shift. The stage is now being overtaken by a fresh wave of voices and Gen Z talent, with the next generation of artists stepping into the limelight and making their mark as the new...

President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen signed a Strategic Partnership Declaration in Copenhagen on Saturday, 7 December, marking a milestone in bilateral relations.  El-Sisi’s visit to Denmark strengthens bilateral ties and cooperation, focusing on energy, trade, and humanitarian efforts. The trip also includes planned visits to Norway and Ireland to further enhance relations across Northern Europe. During a joint press conference,...

Rebel forces in Damascus have announced the capital city’s liberation from long-time ruler Bashar al-Assad after government forces withdrew. This development follows the rebels’ earlier success in capturing the city of Homs, signaling a significant shift in the 13-year Syrian conflict. Reports suggest that Bashar al-Assad, 59, has left Damascus by plane to an unknown destination, according to Reuters. The Syrian military has not...

The Egyptian Ministry of Education and Technical Education has announced plans to reinstate the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT), widely used for college admissions, for students in American Diploma programs after a four-year suspension.   The Minister of Education and Technical Education, Mohamed Abdel Latif, and Matthew Chovanec, the Director of the College Board International Team for South West Asia and North Africa, held a...

Amnesty International has accused Israel of committing genocide on 5 December 2024 against Palestinians in Gaza, citing findings from its latest report, You Feel Like You Are Subhuman.  The report alleges that Israeli military actions since October 2023 have caused deliberate harm to Gaza’s population, amounting to genocide under the 1948 Genocide Convention. The 295-page report highlights acts such as mass killings, severe injuries,...

Semsemeya folk music and Henna traditions were added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list on Thursday, 5 December, according to a statement from the Egyptian Ministry of Culture. This achievement was made possible through the active participation of an Egyptian delegation led by Dr. Nahla Imam, Advisor to the Minister of Culture for Intangible Cultural Heritage, along with the collective work of 16 Arab...