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The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) announced an increase in daily cash withdrawal limits, the country’s State Information Service reported on 15 April. Bank branches now allow withdrawals of up to EGP 250,000 (USD 5,170) for individuals and companies – up from EGP 150,000 (USD 3,102) in January 2024. The adjustment, the second of its kind, follows the previous lift from EGP 50,000 (USD...

To strengthen the healthcare sector in Egypt, the Egyptian government announced on Sunday 14 April an increase in funding for healthcare in the upcoming fiscal year, starting in July 2024.  Finance Minister Mohamed Maait revealed that allocations for the health sector will rise by 25 percent, reaching EGP 495.6 billion (USD 10.4 billion). This commitment aligns with Egypt’s Vision 2030, which prioritizes the improvement...

Beyond the traditional methods of working out, pilates is emerging as a beacon of mindful movement in Cairo’s fitness landscape. In recent years, various fitness centers have integrated pilates to its classes — offering a haven for individuals seeking to nurture their spirits and bodies. Pilates — performed either on a mat or on a reformer machine — is a system of exercises that...

Al Ahly women’s volleyball team defeated El Shams 3-0 on 13 April, winning the Egyptian Cup for the 36th time and maintaining its position as the team with the most titles in the Women’s Volleyball Egyptian Cup. Al Ahly advanced to the cup final after defeating Wadi Degla with a score of 3-0, while El Shams reached the final after defeating Zamalek 3-2. The...

Governments across the Arab world called for de-escalation in tensions between Israel and Iran on Sunday, after Iran launched a large-scale missile barrage on Israel Saturday evening. Iran fired about 350 rockets toward Israel, raising concerns over a regional war after Israel attacked Iranian military leaders in Syria earlier this month. Nearly all the rockets...

Egyptian actress Shereen Seif El-Nasr, famed for her memorable contributions to the film and television industry during the ’90s and early ’00s, has tragically passed away aged 57, her brother revealed in a Facebook post on 13 April. El-Nasr was born in 1967 to an Egyptian father, journalist Elham Seif El-Nasr, and a Palestinian mother whose lineage dates back to the Hashemite family line...

  The possibility of Gazans crossing into Egypt from the border town of Rafah would render the Israeli-Palestinian conflict unresolvable and present a “dilemma” for those going into exile, the U.N. refugee director stated on Friday, 12 April. Filippo Grandi, UNHCR High Commissioner for Refugees, declares that “we must do everything” to prevent such a demographic exodus from Gaza. “I can assure you that...

Egypt’s low-income housing program offers affordable residential units to financially challenged Egyptians, and the project is expanding in 2024, opening up in 14 more cities in Egypt. Founded in 2018, the Social Housing and Mortgage Finance Fund (SHMFF), is a governmental entity of the Ministry of Housing, Utilities & Urban Communities (MHUC), which provides affordable residential for low and middle-income Egyptians, with a variety...

Exclusive: Abdellatif released to join family after years of struggling to overturn denial of visa as a result of being convicted in Egyptian trial that used evidence obtained under tortureFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastThe Egyptian refugee Sayed Abdellatif has been freed after almost 12 years in Australia’s immigration...

  The minimum wage for private sector workers in Egypt will increase to EGP 6,000 (USD 127) in May, according to a statement from the National Council of Wages on Sunday, 7 April. This increase aligns with President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi’s commitment to supporting workers, the statement added. It aims to improve their quality of life and create a better work environment, ultimately benefiting...

Egypt’s culinary landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation, thanks to the presence of internationally acclaimed Michelin star chefs who have chosen to make their mark in the country.  Leading the way is the esteemed Michelin star chef Luke Fouracre, whose culinary talents can be savored at Osteria Restaurant, in New Cairo. Chef Fouracre’s unwavering commitment to culinary excellence shines through in his creations, such...

  Egypt aims to procure 3.5 million tons of local wheat during the 2024 season, as announced by Ali Al-Moselhy, the country’s minister for Supply and Internal Trade. This initiative precedes the wheat harvest in Egypt, which typically commences in April and spans several months. The government’s objective is to bolster self-sufficiency in wheat and corn crops. Minister of Planning, Hala Al-Saeed, stated that...

  Following their participation in a pro-Palestine demonstration outside the Cairo Journalists Syndicate, ten activists were taken into custody on Thursday morning, a human rights lawyer said. During their protest, they demanded the Israeli ambassador’s expulsion from Egypt and accused the Egyptian government of being involved in the attack on Gaza, AP reports. The ten detainees were brought before the Supreme State Security Prosecution,...

  The beginning of Ramadan usually brings about a flurry of excitement—family gatherings, delectable dishes, and an opportunity to deepen one’s connection with God. But for me, it is a starkly different experience. It is when the weight of stress seems to intensify. My relationship with my weight has always been tumultuous, sullied by incessant teasing and criticism from my family. Their words cut...

  Power cuts will resume after Eid al-Fitr, causing power outages for up to two hours a day in order to conserve natural gas reserves for the hot summer months and manage rising energy costs, a source in the electricity sector told Enterprise. An end date for the blackouts in Egypt remains uncertain, the source added. However, there is a plan in place to...

Cotton has been one of Egypt’s main exports for over 200 years, but between 2006 and 2016, the production of Egyptian cotton experienced a significant decline, dropping by seventy percent.  To mitigate this decline, which has harmed Egypt’s economy in the past five years, the government has put plans in place to bring back the cash crop to the forefront of world trade. Egyptian...

Around 9,500 tonnes of track will be provided for north African country’s first fully electrified mainlineBritish Steel has won a multimillion-pound contract to supply rail for a new route in north Africa, the company has announced.Approximately 9,500 tonnes of track, produced in Scunthorpe, will be provided for Egypt’s first fully electrified mainline and freight network which stretches from the Red Sea to the Mediterranean....

Tuesday 2 April marks World Autism Awareness Day, a significant occasion recognized by the United Nations to promote the rights and well-being of autistic individuals. In Egypt, several centers and initiatives have emerged to address the needs of individuals on the autism spectrum, providing early detection, intervention, and support services. Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population announced in January 2024 an initiative titled “Detection...

  Fuad Kouichi Honda, a renowned Japanese artist and Arabic calligrapher, once described the Qur’an as “music without sound.” For him, the Qur’an’s verses are more than just static words on a page; they are moving expressions of life itself. For instance, the essence of life could be captured in a single word: water. This sentiment is reflected in his art, which bridges the...

Hip-hop superstar producer Metro Boomin is set to perform in Egypt, according to a teaser dropped by renowned event organisers Live Nation Middle East on 2 April. Live Nation teased the potential concert with a 5-second teaser on their Instagram story, featuring a young kid sprinting through Cairo’s streets, culminating in him leaping towards a metro station sign accompanied by the iconic ‘Metro’ producer...

In a world dominated by mass-produced perfumes and international scents, the Egyptian market saw a rise in locally-produced perfumes that cater to every taste. Besides their affordability and availability, these local perfume brands not only offer an alternative to mainstream options but also serve as reflections of Egyptian craftsmanship. For the oud and musk lovers or the floral and vanilla enthusiasts, these local brands...

Six months after the onset of hostilities in Gaza, a new round of negotiations between the two warring parties, Israel and Hamas, took place on Sunday, 31 March in Cairo, with the aim of reaching a ceasefire and exchanging hostages.  A security source told Al Qahera News that the joint efforts and talks are meant to make headway in negotiation talks. Israeli Public Broadcasting...

President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi will begin his third presidential term from the presidency headquarters at the New Administrative Capital (NAC) following his inauguration on Tuesday, announced Khaled Abbas, Managing Director and Board Chairman of the Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD) Company. Abbas stated that the capital is fully prepared for the inauguration and swearing-in ceremony, emphasizing the readiness of the facilities. Parliamentary sources disclosed...

Egyptian swimmer Marwan Al-Kamash won the title of Best African Athlete following an outstanding performance that secured a total of five gold medals and two silver medals in Acra. Upon his return to Egypt Al-Qamash received multiple honors. He is now training in the United States with renowned coach Mark Schubert for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Over his career, Al-Kamash has achieved several accolades,...