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The people, places and movements shaping Egypt today. | Since 2012 | Part of the MO4 Network
Cairo, Egypt
Joined November 2010
Benha University will offer the Middle East’s first BA in Addiction Psychology starting from the 2025/2026 academic year.
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Launching in 2025, Benha University’s new program in Addiction Psychology is the first of its kind in the region, offering rigorous academic and practical training in prevention and treatment.
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To Sabrina Khaled, fashion is more than just what you put on your body. It's a celebration of both love and grief.
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This is how to look like a princess every day, and with minimal effort.
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Fairouz, Elyanna, Jadal & more Arab artists have lent regional instrumentation and Arabic poeticism to much-loved global tracks, making them hit all the more close to home.
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From Simone to Elyanna, Arab artists have been reimagining global hits in their mother tongue for decades—creating covers that feel like echoes from a more familiar parallel world.
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Egypt's trade deficit fell by 17.8% year-by-year, according to statistics from the Central Agency for Public Mobilization Statistics (CAPMAS).
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The value of exports increased nearly 5%. In this period, Egypt saw more exports of ready-made garments, petroleum products, pasta and other food items.
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Fewer babies were born in Egypt in 2024 than in the previous year, according to new data released by the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS).
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Egypt’s birth rate declined by 3.8% in 2024 compared to 2023, marking the continuation of a 10-year trend, according to CAPMAS. Upper Egypt, however, still records higher-than-average rates.
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Egypt’s universal health insurance system has introduced a series of new measures, including the distribution of free blood sugar monitoring devices and test strips for children and teenagers under 18 diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
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Egypt’s universal health insurance system is expanding support for children with type 1 diabetes, while also upgrading coverage for chronic conditions and investing in digital transformation tools.
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The Bachelor of Banking Sciences programme will launch at select universities in the 2025-2026 academic year.
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Select universities will host an English-taught curriculum to prepare students for a career in the banking sector, addressing the country's professional gap.
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Ahmed Malek and Salma Abu Deif are teaming up for a new film titled ‘Egy Best’. Adding even more buzz to the cast is rapper Marwan Pablo, who is making his screen debut in the project.
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Actress Hanan Youssef also joins the film as Malek’s grandmother, while Mohamed Abdo - co-founder of the band Black Theama - will appear in a yet-to-be-revealed role.
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The Ministry of Youth and Sports has announced the launch of a new training course focused on ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic writing, set to begin on August 7th at Taiba Academy on the Nile Corniche.
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Youth workshops in Cairo will cover the development of ancient Egyptian scripts, grammar, and royal symbols, with expert-led training starting August 7th at Taiba Academy.
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After 12 years, the Alexandria Biennale for Mediterranean Countries will return in 2026 to showcase artwork from across the region, continuing the oldest event of its kind on the African continent.
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After a 12-year hiatus, the Alexandria Biennale for Mediterranean Countries is set to return in 2026, restoring one of Egypt’s most historic cultural events and the oldest art biennale in Africa.
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The Grand Egyptian Museum is set to open on November 1st following a delay earlier this year.
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The Grand Egyptian Museum is set to open on November 1st following a delay earlier this year.
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The Egyptian Actors Syndicate just launched a committee to track AI misuse, including deepfakes, voice theft and more.
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The committee will focus on detecting and addressing the use of AI in fake or misleading videos, especially those that damage reputations or commercially exploit an artist’s likeness.
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A new Ministry of Health initiative targets electricity, water use, and medical waste management in public hospitals.
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The initiative targets key areas such as electricity and water consumption, medical waste management, and the promotion of environmental awareness.
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A new Ministry of Health initiative targets electricity, water use, and medical waste management in public hospitals.
cairoscene.com
The initiative targets key areas such as electricity and water consumption, medical waste management, and the promotion of environmental awareness.
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These seven movies confront the changing landscapes of Alex.
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From 'Habiby Da’iman' to 'Back to Alexandria', these movies confront the changing landscapes of Alexandria through tales of homecoming and departure.
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Comedian Ahmed Ramzy is stepping into his first leading role with ‘Fakhr El Delta’, a new television series currently in production.
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Ramzy's transition to television with a major production team signals the growing presence of digital creators in mainstream storytelling.
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Now you can make your own Arabic storybook with Google’s AI assistant, Gemini.
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Type “Create a story about me and my friends visiting the Great Pyramids of Giza” and in seconds you can read a tale about yourself at the world wonder.
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Mersal Foundation provided nearly 500,000 services to vulnerable and underserved individuals in the first half of 2025, with the total value of support reaching approximately EGP 500 million.
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The foundation also organised 19 medical convoys during this period, costing EGP 42 million.
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The fair includes seminars, author talks, and daily competitions, with free entry and open registration for all visitors.
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The fair includes seminars, author talks, and daily competitions, with free entry and open registration for all visitors.
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Ibrahim Pasha Street in Korba, which connects Ahram Street and Baghdad Street, is set to undergo a full renovation.
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The project aims to preserve the street’s architectural character while improving the visitor experience. The plans were developed in coordination with local residents and business owners.
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