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The Biggest Rollersports Festival in the Middle East Just Took Place at Al-Asmarat City
Buzz

COVID-19 Vaccine to Be Made Immediately Available to 200 Million Egyptians Upon Release

24 Oct 2020
20% of Egyptians will receive the COVID-19 vaccination as soon as it’s ready. Priority will go towards elderly people, pregnant women and healthcare professionals. [...]
New Fayoum Nature Culture House Enriches Visitors with the History of the Region
Buzz

Huge 2000MW Wind Farm to Be Built in Red Sea Governorate

24 Oct 2020
The Ministry of Electricity and Renewable energy has announced that the Red Sea governorate is getting a 2000 megawatt-capacity wind farm expected to increase Egypt’s renewable energy capacity to 10,000 megawatts/hour. [...]
Flex with Eman & Co.'s Elegant Adjustable Jewellery
Listicles

Top Picks for Egyptian Kicks - Our Fave Local Shoe Brands Right Now

24 Oct 2020
As winter and new outfits lie just around the corner, we’re compiling our picks for the best shoe brands in town. [...]
Egypt Might Just Be the Only Nation in the MENA Region to See GDP Growth in 2020
Explore Egypt

Go On An Excursion through the Ancient Cities of Upper Egypt with Fire Up Trips

23 Oct 2020
The ‘Upper Egypt Quest’ trip by Fire Up Trips will take explorers through the temples, valleys and intangible heritage of the cities of Sohag, Qena and Luxor. [...]
Qasr Al-Aini Teaching Hospital to Undergo EGP 300 Million Renovation
Buzz

Al Muiz Street is Getting a Makeover with Modern New Lighting Design

22 Oct 2020
This November, with the completion of its new lighting system, Al Muiz Street is about to get the illumination it deserves. [...]
New Fayoum Nature Culture House Enriches Visitors with the History of the Region
Explore Egypt

New Fayoum Nature Culture House Enriches Visitors with the History of the Region

23 Oct 2020
Zowara ecolodge has officially opened a natural museum on its Fayoum grounds.The house is home to a variety of artefacts, bones and fossils, showing off the breadth of Fayoum's wildlife. [...]
Flex with Eman & Co.'s Elegant Adjustable Jewellery
Fashion

Flex with Eman & Co.'s Elegant Adjustable Jewellery

22 Oct 2020
Using architectural sensibilities in their designs, Eman & Co.'s signature ‘changeable’ jewellery lets wearers physically manipulate them into different shapes, so you can change your look on the fly. [...]
Egypt Might Just Be the Only Nation in the MENA Region to See GDP Growth in 2020
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Egypt Might Just Be the Only Nation in the MENA Region to See GDP Growth in 2020

22 Oct 2020
Egypt might just be the only nation in the Middle East and North African region to see a positive GDP growth in 2020. That's not us saying it, or the words of some optimistic banker - this prediction comes straight from a press briefing by the IMF. [...]
Qasr Al-Aini Teaching Hospital to Undergo EGP 300 Million Renovation
Buzz

Qasr Al-Aini Teaching Hospital to Undergo EGP 300 Million Renovation

21 Oct 2020
The project looks to increase Qasr al-Aini Hospital's capacity by 300%, and lead the hospital to better serve and accommodate its patients and students by improving and adding facilities as needed. [...]
Egypt Pushes to Make All Forms of Contraceptives Free to Women
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Egypt Pushes to Make All Forms of Contraceptives Free to Women

21 Oct 2020
The government is looking into a programme that will provide all forms of contraception to women free of charge, among a number of other family planning initiatives. [...]
Furnish Your Ideal Home with Kenda Interiors' Custom-Made Pieces
Lifestyle

Furnish Your Ideal Home with Kenda Interiors' Custom-Made Pieces

21 Oct 2020
Whether you're fantasizing about a dainty darling apartment or a luxury villa, you'll need to find people who are dedicated to your vision. And in Egypt, those people are Kenda Interiors. [...]
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Furnish Your Ideal Home with Kenda Interiors' Custom-Made Pieces

Whether you're fantasizing about a dainty darling apartment or a luxury villa, you'll need to find people who are dedicated to your [...]

Farida Osman and Goethe Institute Combat School Violence

To help keep the fighting out of the schoolyard, the Goethe Institute in Cairo has launched an initiative called ‘Schools Without [...]

‘Metfasal Leek’ Designs Clothes for People with Disabilities & Short Stature

Designer Ashgan al-Abhar has created a new brand with the goal of creating clothes for those with disabilities. [...]

Egypt to Kickstart 691 Green Projects in 2021

In 2021, Egypt will see 691 new green projects come into fruition at a cost of EGP447.3 billion. [...]

Anghami's New 'LiveRadio' Feature Lets Every User Be a DJ

Anghami is looking to bring music back to its communal roots with LiveRadio, a new feature that lets you play music in real time while your [...]

8 Local Home Accessories Brands That Will Have Your Home Looking Like Pinterest

If you’re looking to amp up your home’s decor style, we offer eight of our favourite local decor brands for your consideration. [...]

World’s Biggest Open Water Swimming Event Comes to Egypt

For the first time in not just Egypt, but Africa as a whole, the Oceanman open swimming competition is being held in Sahl Hasheesh for open [...]

Buffalo Wings and Rings is Now in Sheikh Zayed

With over 30 branches in the MENA region and 65 in the US, Buffalo Wings & Rings has opened its second branch in Egypt at Sheikh Zayed! [...]

Aperitivo is Bringing a New Dining Experience to Zamalek

This new Baroque style restaurant is bound to become your favourite open-secret meeting place. [...]

Welcome to Winter Wonderland! Magical Festive Experience to Officially Open at ZED Park This Weekend

Get your mittens, bobble-hats and fur-lined coats ready… [...]

Little Blessings Bring Your Kids' Dream Rooms to Life

Little Blessings gives your children the chance to design their own dream rooms! [...]

The Walk of Cairo: Egypt's Latest High-Street is Coming to Sheikh Zayed

With five international restaurants in Egypt for the first time, Cairo's newest luxurious high street will be catering to your every need. [...]

Mac Toot and Lisa White Release Comic Book on the Arabic Language

Artist and professor Mac Toot has released a comic book with professor Lisa White, literally illustrating the peculiarities of the Arabic [...]

Top Picks for Egyptian Kicks - Our Fave Local Shoe Brands Right Now

As winter and new outfits lie just around the corner, we’re compiling our picks for the best shoe brands in town. [...]

Go On An Excursion through the Ancient Cities of Upper Egypt with Fire Up Trips

The ‘Upper Egypt Quest’ trip by Fire Up Trips will take explorers through the temples, valleys and intangible heritage of the cities of [...]

COVID-19 Vaccine to Be Made Immediately Available to 200 Million Egyptians Upon Release

20% of Egyptians will receive the COVID-19 vaccination as soon as it’s ready. Priority will go towards elderly people, pregnant women and [...]

COVID-19 Vaccine to Be Made Immediately Available to 200 Million Egyptians Upon Release

20% of Egyptians will receive the COVID-19 vaccination as soon as it’s ready. Priority will go towards elderly people, pregnant women and [...]

Huge 2000MW Wind Farm to Be Built in Red Sea Governorate

The Ministry of Electricity and Renewable energy has announced that the Red Sea governorate is getting a 2000 megawatt-capacity wind farm [...]

Mac Toot and Lisa White Release Comic Book on the Arabic Language

Artist and professor Mac Toot has released a comic book with professor Lisa White, literally illustrating the peculiarities of the Arabic [...]

Top Picks for Egyptian Kicks - Our Fave Local Shoe Brands Right Now

As winter and new outfits lie just around the corner, we’re compiling our picks for the best shoe brands in town. [...]

Mac Toot and Lisa White Release Comic Book on the Arabic Language
Arts & Culture

Mac Toot and Lisa White Release Comic Book on the Arabic Language

24 Oct 2020
Artist and professor Mac Toot has released a comic book with professor Lisa White, literally illustrating the peculiarities of the Arabic language. [...]
Editor's Picks
Best Staycation Deals for Summer in the City

Best Staycation Deals for Summer in the City

20 Aug 2020
We’ve compiled a list of some of the best room rates across Cairo for the ultimate staycation. [...]
Empower Academy is Every Girl’s Entryway into Football

Empower Academy is Every Girl’s Entryway into Football

17 Aug 2020
Make way for Egypt’s very first female-focused academy. [...]
Egypt is Getting Five New Museums in the Next Three Months

Egypt is Getting Five New Museums in the Next Three Months

20 Aug 2020
Egypt is set to open five new museums within the coming three months. Which one will you visit first? [...]
Dumping Hazardous Waste into Egypt’s Seas Can Result in a Life Sentence or a EGP 25 Million Fine

Dumping Hazardous Waste into Egypt’s Seas Can Result in a Life Sentence or a EGP 25 Million Fine

20 Aug 2020
Dumping any hazardous waste into Egypt’s seas can now result in a fine of up to EGP 25 million or a life sentence. [...]
SCENE TV
The Biggest Rollersports Festival in the Middle East Just Took Place at Al-Asmarat City
Buzz

The Biggest Rollersports Festival in the Middle East Just Took Place at Al-Asmarat City

Al-Asmarat City has hosted a roller sport extravaganza combining roller hockey, roller skating and more, drawing in about 1600 participants from across the country. [...]
Kafr El-Sheikh Museum Opens Next Month
Explore Egypt

Kafr El-Sheikh Museum Opens Next Month

19 Oct 2020
The soon-to-open Kafr El-Sheikh museum will showcase the Ancient Egyptian civilization’s influence on the fields of engineering, medicine, astronomy and more. [...]
Talk Like an Egyptian with the 'Etkallem Masry' Initiative
Lifestyle

Talk Like an Egyptian with the 'Etkallem Masry' Initiative

19 Oct 2020
The Ministry of State for Emmigration and Egyptian Expatriates has just launched a new initiative called 'Etkallem Masry' to encourage young Egyptians abroad to practice their native tongue. [...]
Egypt to Kickstart 691 Green Projects in 2021
Buzz

Egypt to Kickstart 691 Green Projects in 2021

21 Oct 2020
In 2021, Egypt will see 691 new green projects come into fruition at a cost of EGP447.3 billion. [...]
‘Metfasal Leek’ Designs Clothes for People with Disabilities & Short Stature
Fashion

‘Metfasal Leek’ Designs Clothes for People with Disabilities & Short Stature

21 Oct 2020
Designer Ashgan al-Abhar has created a new brand with the goal of creating clothes for those with disabilities. [...]
Farida Osman and Goethe Institute Combat School Violence
Buzz

Farida Osman and Goethe Institute Combat School Violence

20 Oct 2020
To help keep the fighting out of the schoolyard, the Goethe Institute in Cairo has launched an initiative called ‘Schools Without Violence’, with support from Olympic swimming champion Farida Osman. [...]
Egyptian Textile Museum to Be Relocated Following Outcry Over Temporary Closure
Explore Egypt

Egyptian Textile Museum to Be Relocated Following Outcry Over Temporary Closure

20 Oct 2020
Following a controversy surrounding the temporary closure of the Egyptian Textile Museum during its renovations, its collection will be temporarily housed at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. [...]
Netflix Releases Documentary on the Secrets of the Saqqara Necropolis
Buzz

Netflix Releases Documentary on the Secrets of the Saqqara Necropolis

19 Oct 2020
Netflix’s newest documentary brings us along the journey of the Saqqara excavations, which has unearthed one of archeology’s biggest discoveries in fifty years. [...]

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