Cabinet, FRA discuss proposed amendments to capital gains tax with stakeholders

The proposal also included tax treatment of investment funds, including cash and fixed income investment funds, equity funds, venture capital funds, and charity funds, in addition to cash dividends.

Daily News Egypt

EIPICO obtains EDA approval to produce anti-COVID drug before mid-January 2022

EIPICO explained that manufacturing will commence under the supervision of the EDA, noting that production of Covapravir will take place using the unutilised capacities of the company.

Daily News Egypt

CBE approves launch of e-portal for smartphone wallet management

There are over 25 million e-wallets now in Egypt, with 27% growth since 2020

Hossam Mounir

President Al-Sisi asserts Egypt’s support for Chad during its transitional phase

Al-Sisi also asserted the distinguished historical relations between the two countries.

Bassant Mohammed

Existing vaccines still effective against new COVID-19 variants: Health Minister

In a report released by the Cabinet on the epidemiological situation locally and globally, the minister reviewed the developments regarding the Omicron variant and indicated that those infected with this…

Daily News Egypt

Egypt expected to see EGP 5bn worth sukuk issuances in 1H 2022

The Financial Regulatory Authority recorded only one sukuk issuance worth EGP 2.5bn during 2021 by Contact Holding.

Alyaa Stohy

Washington urges diplomatic solution to reduce escalation between Moscow, Kiev

Price stressed that the US is considering with partners and allies the serious consequences that Russia would face if it invaded Ukraine.

Sami Hegazi

World Food Programme warns of impending famine in Tigray region

WFP Representative in Ethiopia Stephen Ware Umamo said that full and timely food support is critical to alleviating the suffering of millions across Ethiopia and warned that millions could fall…

Sami Hegazi

President Al-Sisi meets with Chief of Chad’s Transitional Military Council in Cairo

An official reception ceremony was held for Deby upon his arrival at the palace.

Daily News Egypt

Egypt’s Human Development Report warns of GERD’s negative impact on agriculture

Regarding the GERD issue, the report said that the dam will aggravate the situation and may lead to water disputes in the region.

Sami Hegazi