~egyptian-streets | Bookmarks (360)

Palm Hills, Egypt’s leading real estate developer, has announced a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Dallah Real Estate, a major real estate arm of the Dallah Al Baraka Group, bringing together a combined experience of over 30 years in real estate development, construction, and urban planning. This partnership, revealed at Cityscape 2024 in Riyadh, aims to transform community living in Saudi Arabia by focusing...

Egypt’s House of Representatives approved in principle a bill on 17 November to regulate the affairs of refugees and asylum seekers. The draft law establishes a Permanent Committee for Refugee Affairs (PCRA) tasked with managing refugee-related matters, including data collection and analysis,  in an effort to align the country’s policies with international agreements such as the 1951 Refugee Convention.  Headquartered in Cairo and overseen...

SPOILERS AHEAD: The article discusses elements from the documentary. Wherever our dreams may wander, and whatever paths they may lead us down, they ultimately guide us towards one direction — our authentic selves. Every dream reflects something deep within us, and even if we don’t fully realize them, merely touching the surface allows us to uncover parts of ourselves. This central idea underpins the...

In a significant diplomatic development on the sidelines of the G20 Summit at Rio de Janeiro, President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi of Egypt and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil signed a joint statement establishing a strategic partnership aimed at deepening ties between the two nations.  The announcement, made after their meeting on Monday, marks a new chapter in a nearly century-long relationship that...

More than 60 years ago, El-Nasr Automotive Company was born from a vision to establish Egypt as one of the region’s first major automotive industry players. Today, despite a two-decade-long setback, the Egyptian household name is making a comeback. Founded in 1960 under a presidential decree by President Gamal Abdel Nasser, it became the first car manufacturer in Egypt and the entire Middle East,...

Photographs of an Israeli vessel flying both Israeli and Egyptian flags during its transit on the Suez Canal on 2 November, have drawn sharp online criticism, exposing tensions between fulfilling international legal obligations and addressing widespread public sentiment in solidarity with Palestine. Egypt, a Palestine supporter and key player in Gaza ceasefire discussions, condemned Israel’s seizure of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency...

A recent video circulating on social media sparked controversy as it appeared to show workers allegedly tampering with blocks of the Great Pyramid of Giza (Khufu).  The video, shared widely on Facebook, led to concerns and questions about the preservation of Egypt’s most iconic ancient structure, with many interpreting the footage as evidence of damage or unauthorized work on the pyramid’s original stones. In...

This konafa with mastic mahalabiya recipe is unlike anything you will find at your local bakery - a recipe steeped in tradition yet brimming with creativity. The post This is the Ultimate Homemade Konafa Recipe first appeared on Egyptian Streets.

Egyptian blogger and media personality Dalia Fouad was arrested in New Cairo on charges of possessing and selling the illegal narcotic GHB, often referred to as the “date rape drug.”  Fouad, who is known for her work as a content creator and presenter of popular media programs, denied the allegations, stating she had no knowledge of the narcotics found in her residence. Authorities discovered...

American reports have revealed that Egyptian-American Emil Michael is among the prominent figures nominated by Silicon Valley leaders to head the US Department of Transportation in the administration of President-elect Donald Trump. Michael, who served as the Chief Business Officer of Uber in its early years, is regarded as a strong contender for the position of Transportation Secretary. Known for his role in shaping...

Egypt’s state-run automaker, El Nasr Automotive Manufacturing Company, has officially resumed production after a 15-year suspension, as announced by the Egyptian cabinet on Sunday 17 November. At a ceremony celebrating this significant milestone, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly emphasized that the return of El Nasr is “a strategic decision by the state,” highlighting the importance of private-sector partnerships in driving major projects forward. Osama Aboul-Magd,...

President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi traveled to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Sunday 17 November, to participate in the G20 Summit, an international forum of 19 countries and the European Union that addresses global economic challenges. The summit is set to take place on Monday and Tuesday, 18 and 19 November. Invited by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President Al-Sisi will highlight Egypt’s...

Photo Source: Ahram Online   A road accident on the Quseir-Marsa Alam highway in Egypt’s Red Sea Governorate has left three people dead and five others injured. The collision occurred at kilometer 50 along the highway, involving a bus carrying tourists and a semi-truck. Authorities report that the drivers of both vehicles, along with a Swiss tourist, died at the scene. Emergency services swiftly...

Photo source: AFP Israel has escalated its airstrikes on Gaza, marking one of the most intense bombardments in recent weeks.  Israeli forces report targeting suspected Hamas infrastructure, though civilian areas remain under threat as collateral damage rises. The airstrikes have led to widespread destruction, impacting hospitals, schools, and essential infrastructure, leaving countless Palestinian families displaced. At least 10 Palestinians were killed and 20 injured...

For the first time in its history, the British Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will grace Egyptian audiences with a live performance at the Grand Egyptian Museum on 15 November (tickets here) and 16 November (tickets here). Organized by Arabesque International, Konouz and SUN Public Image in collaboration with the British Embassy in Egypt and the British Egyptian Business Association, the event has been described as...

Wessam Shuaib, a gynecologist at a government hospital in Kafr El-Dawar, has been detained for four days as part of an investigation into alleged ethical violations after sharing confidential patient details in a social media video. The detention follows orders from the Kafr El-Dawar district prosecution in the Beheira governorate. The controversy began earlier this week when Shuaib released a video on social media...

The Museum of Prince Mohamed Ali’s Palace, located in Cairo’s Manial neighborhood, is a historical site that showcases the opulence and grandeur of Egypt’s royal past. Built between 1900 and 1930, the palace features a blend of modern Islamic design with influences from Persian and Mamluk styles, as well as elements from Syrian, Moroccan, Andalusian, and Ottoman architecture  even more evident in the palace’s...

The Egyptian government and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria – an international financing and partnership organization – have officially signed a framework agreement on Wednesday 13 November aimed at enhancing Egypt’s health systems. The partnership focuses on improving the national response to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and tuberculosis while also addressing the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19. HIV is a...

There was a point in time when reality TV was confined to the four walls of one’s home — it was just you, the TV, and the show. Today, however, reality TV has expanded beyond the television screen. From social media posts and videos to memes, it is now everywhere, becoming a huge part of our culture. In the noise of social media, so...

  The Egyptian modern silent film Abdo and Saneya will have its world premiere at the upcoming Red Sea International Film Festival, which is scheduled to run from 5 to 14 December in the historic Al-Balad district of Jeddah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Arab Spectacular segment. The contemporary black-and-white film, blending the aesthetics of early cinema with the gritty...

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) announced on Monday, 11 November, that it successfully issued USD 1.57 billion (EGP 77.3 billion) in one-year USD-denominated treasury bills (T-bills), according to a statement by the bank.  The sale attracted approximately USD 1.73 billion (EGP 85.1 billion)  in bids, with a minimum yield of 4.48 percent, a maximum of 5.25 percent, and a weighted average yield of...

Egyptian authorities have not requested an increase in the fourth tranche of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan to USD 2 billion (EGP 98.4 billion), the Cabinet Media Center announced on Tuesday, 12 November, refuting claims circulating in some media outlets. According to the statement, recent reports attributed to senior government officials suggesting that Egypt sought an increase from USD 1.3 billion (EGP 64...

Egypt condemned statements by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich on Tuesday, 12 November, following his orders to prepare infrastructure plans for annexing parts of the West Bank where Israeli settlements have been established. In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Egypt described Smotrich’s remarks as a “blatant violation” of international law, international humanitarian law, and United Nations Security Council resolutions. The ministry...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly acknowledged on Monday 11 November his country’s involvement in a series of the deadly pager attacks that took place in Lebanon and Syria in mid-September. The explosions, which resulted in nearly 40 fatalities and over 3,000 injuries, were initially attributed to Israel, though the Israeli government had been silent on the matter. During a recent cabinet meeting on...