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Cybercrime bill: closing last gate of freedom

With parliament set to discuss a new bill that would crack down…

Toqa Ezzidin

VAT: the lifeline to escape from budget deficit

90% of food commodities are exempt from VAT, says Finance Minister

Shaimaa Al-Aees

Will Israeli natural gas flow in Egypt’s pipelines?

A recent visit by Egypt’s Foreign Minister could signal potential cooperation between…

Mohamed Samir

Turkey and Egypt: a new opening for rapprochement?

Lack of economic incentive for Egypt will continue to inhibit chances for…

Nicholas Mehling

Developing young minds: Educate Me looks to create a stronger workforce by reforming education

Educate Me is looking to educate Egypt’s underprivileged youth and equip them…

Adel M. Fakhry

Curbing the sweet tooth: price changes affecting appetite for Eid Al-Fitr favourites

This year’s festive season has proved to be the weakest in demand…

Shaimaa Al-Aees

Global economic decline poses challenge to Egypt’s development

Despite promises of recovery, faith in IMF policies have been seriously challenged…

Nicholas Mehling

Breaking through: women pioneers in Egypt’s technology sector

The field of technology is often stereotyped as a specialisation dominated by…

Shaimaa Al-Aees

Egypt’s deterioration in pictures

Despite the nation’s return to stability, Egypt remains at the brink of…

Nicholas Mehling

Abou Hashima looks to revamp Egyptian media by becoming its most dominant player

Following his recent purchase of ONTV, Abou Hashima is planning a number…

Shaimaa Al-Aees