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University students food poisoned yet again

Food poisoning incident occurs at Zagazig University

Eighth anniversary of ‘Black Wednesday’

African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights blames the Egyptian government for assaults

Court supports MOI decision to investigate bearded police officers

May 25, 2013 6:51 pm

The verdict conflicts with a previous one allowing bearded police officers to grow their beards

Fighting for Iranian tourism

Minister of Tourism urges against mixing politics with tourism

Interior ministry’s budget increases

The government raised the ministry’s budget by around EGP 5 billion

African states urge Egypt to join cluster-bomb ban

May 25, 2013 6:00 pm

36 signatories push African states to ban cluster bombs at UNDP seminar

Business News: CIB ranked Egypt most efficient bank

Performance indicators also show Egyptian Gulf Bank achieved fastest growth

Fuel production rise to combat shortages

Minister of Petroleum plans to increase fuel production in attempt to meet demand and address nationwide electricity crisis

IFC, EIB, and AFD Support Small Businesses and Mobilise Investment in MENA

IFC is establishing the MENA SME Facility in partnership with the World Bank, International Financial Institutions and donors.

Egypt’s cash-strapped rulers woo former regime tycoons

The reconciliation deals are rooted in a decision by the former military rulers, who took charge of the country after Mubarak’s overthrow and before President Morsi’s ...

‘The strongest will survive’

Royal Philips sees potential in the Egyptian market. In an exclusive interview with Phillips Consumer Lifestyle Commercial and Organizational Leader, Olaf Koning, DNE explores what makes ...

Egypt hosts 40th General Assembly of African Insurance Organization

The Assembly Committee, made up of representatives from the Egyptian Insurance Market, has proudly organized this event to foster greater cooperation among Africa’s many insurance markets.

Yahoo! buys startup specializing in online games

Word that Yahoo! has bought Northern California-based PlayerScale came three days after it announced a $1.1bn deal to buy hip blogging service Tumblr

US panel rejects Motorola bid to block Xbox imports

Google-owned Motorola Mobility had argued that Xbox 360 consoles infringed on patent technology for wirelessly transmitting data.

Samsung sells more than 10 mn Galaxy S4 smartphones

The world's top handset maker hopes the S4 will expand its presence in high-end markets in the United States and elsewhere, crowding out archrival Apple and ...

Twitter tightens security after high-profile breaches

Some recent attacks took over Twitter feeds and delivered fake tweets using the accounts of Agence France-Presse, the Associated Press, Financial Times and other news organisations

Is tech good or bad for work-life balance?

Africa will be one focal point of the boom in smartphones

EGP 813.5m financial dispute between Telecom Egypt and mobile phone companies

Telecom Egypt claims that the dispute has to do with past arrears accrued by Mobinil and Vodafone, which total EGP 939.4m, in addition to that of ...

One restaurant to unite us all

Syrian food from Mohandessin proves a fan favourite with some hungry journalists

Egyptian website invites users to share opinions

Website lets you share your opinion, contribute to charity and boost the economy.

Bites Fil Beit: Fish fillet and shrimp with red chili pepper – Samak filet we gambari bel felfel ahmar hara’a

We love food. We love the real, down to earth, tried-and-tested, handed-down-through-the-generations, local Egyptian food. Here is your chance to learn how to make these local ...

Students launch organic soap company Saboony

The new company incorporates sustainability and better business practices in producing organic products.

Tajjer offers high quality online shopping

New online platform promises excellent customer service.

Bite Me Cairo: Once upon a time

Since then I have visited this sleek lounge/restaurant a half dozen times (and paid my bills, thank you), I have my answers, and I am ready ...

Cairo Jazz Club brings bands together in El Fusion

The idea behind El Fusion is to bring together bands from different nationalities that play different types of music, resulting in four nights of mixed musical ...

Flying carpets

A trip to one of the busiest areas of Cairo brings a pleasant surprise.

New exhibition Intimacy is well worth visiting

New exhibition forms a connection between the viewer and paintings through various skilful artistic techniques.

CIC-TATE collaborative exhibition challenges viewers’ perceptions of image and reality

CIC gallery in downtown Cairo displaying exhibition that challenges viewers’ perceptions of images and reality.

Time has stood still in the workshops of old Cairo

Old Cairo craftsmen keep old working practices alive, but challenges arise from the global market.

El Warsha combines art with development

El Warsha organises a variety of activities for both the young and old, including workshops for media and visual arts, movie screenings, art exhibitions, seminars, ...

The struggle: Egyptians obtaining foreign visas

It is summer time in Egypt, a season when many Egyptians prepare to travel abroad for a myriad of reasons, whether for tourism, business or studying. ...

Syrian Refuges: No work, no home

Refugees leave their homes for fear of death, often with little more than the clothes on their backs and their hands in their pockets. Escaping the ...

The “Japan” of Egypt in crisis

Damietta is one of Egypt’s most productive cities, and is considered the “Japan” of Egypt. The city, however, has been affected by the harsh recession that ...

Foreign maids: a flourishing new market in Egypt

Every month, hundreds of immigrants, whether Nigerians, Indonesians or Filipinos, arrive in Cairo seeking employment as cleaners and babysitters. More and more families are hiring foreigners ...

Egypt’s railways: past, present and future?

Egypt has a long history of railway accidents. Over the past 20 years more than 1,500 people have lost their lives to train collisions and derailments. ...

Sham El-Nessim: A new spring has come

A celebration that brings all Egyptians together

Summer fun in the city: Nine things to do around Cairo

Cairo has a lot to offer on summer days, so here are few activities to offer fun in the sun, even when city-bound.

HEPCA, from diving to development

Egyptian NGO protects the resources of and around the Red Sea

Saraya: Dining with taste

Perhaps only a handful of places in Cairo can hope to match Saraya’s décor, service and quality

Roy’s Country Kitchen: An American dining experience in Cairo

Roy's Country Kitchen provides a great atmosphere for a good dining experience.

El Kababgy: Authentic Egyptian cuisine along the Nile

The 25 year old restaurant, recently renewed by Sofitel Al-Gezira, serves one of the best charcoal-grilled meals in town

Tourism in the news: Travel warnings prevent increase in American and Israeli tourists

Occupancy rates of floating hotels in the Nile have failed to exceed 30% due to failed security measures

Local Roundup: Zamalek and Ghazl El-Mahalla qualify to second round in Egyptian Cup

Elsewhere Ghazl El-Mahalla scored four during their match with Ghazl Kafr Al-Dawar to qualify

CAC Destroyers come out on top during Ultimate Frisbee tourney

After years of only a few teams practicing and playing Egypt, the AUC Ultimate Frisbee competition is evidence of the sport’s growing popularity

‘I don’t like cricket… I love it!’

The ‘gentleman’s sport’: Cricket is contested in an annual competitive league

Saudi woman tops Everest as country warms to women in sports

The 25-year-old reached the 8,848-metre

Beckham’s farewell lost in translation

Beckham on Thursday announced he will bring down the curtain on his remarkable career at the end of the season

Parkour: More than a sport, it’s art

Parkour is a philosophy, a martial art, and a sport