33 m. ago Egypt achieves historic tourism surge with 19 million visitors in 2025

Egyptian tourism recorded an unprecedented historic surge in 2025, welcoming approximately 19 million tourists. This represents a 21 percent growth rate compared to 2024—an exceptional performance that quadruples the five percent global average growth estimated by UN Tourism. This milestone proudly signals Egypt’s return to the forefront of the international tourism landscape and solidifies its … The post Egypt achieves historic tourism surge with 19 million visitors in 2025 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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79 m. ago Egypt’s gold reserves jump 71%, pushing total reserves to historic high

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) recorded an unprecedented milestone at the close of 2025, as the value of its gold reserves surged by approximately 71 percent year-on-year. By the end of December, the value of gold in Egypt’s vaults reached $18.166 billion, reflecting Cairo’s strategic shift toward hedging with precious metals to bolster its … The post Egypt’s gold reserves jump 71%, pushing total reserves to historic high appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

1 hour ago Baker McKenzie Cairo Advises AMEA Power on USD 700 Million Abydos II Solar Project in Egypt

Baker McKenzie Cairo Advises AMEA Power on USD 700 Million Abydos II Solar Project in Egypt  Legal Desire Media and Insights

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2 h. ago BII Invests $37 Million In Egypt’s Abydos II, Boosting Africa’s Largest Solar And Battery Storage Project

BII Invests $37 Million In Egypt’s Abydos II, Boosting Africa’s Largest Solar And Battery Storage Project  SolarQuarter

Economics

20 h. ago BII Commits $37 Million to Egypt’s Abydos II Solar and Battery Storage Project

BII Commits $37 Million to Egypt’s Abydos II Solar and Battery Storage Project  innovation-village.com

Economics

22 h. ago PM chairs 1st 2026 cabinet meet, pushes for telecom manufacturing localization

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly chaired, Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2026, the first weekly cabinet meeting of 2026 Tuesday at the government headquarters in the New Administrative Capital. The session focused on a strategic push for domestic manufacturing, specifically within the telecommunications sector, alongside updates on regional diplomacy and national development projects. Madbouly opened the session by … The post PM chairs 1st 2026 cabinet meet, pushes for telecom manufacturing localization appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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24 h. ago UK and France agree to send troops to Ukraine in event of peace deal with Russia

The United Kingdom and France have agreed to deploy forces in Ukraine if it strikes a peace deal with Russia, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said, in a renewed push by Western leaders to guarantee Kyiv’s post-war security and deter Moscow from further aggression. After officials from 35 countries gathered in Paris for a meeting … The post UK and France agree to send troops to Ukraine in event of peace deal with Russia appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

24 h. ago Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone reports 55% revenue surge, approves new projects

Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone reports 55% revenue surge, approves new projects  Arab News PK

Economics

25 h. ago Cold wave hits Egypt, snow falls at Saint Catherine Mountains

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a drop in temperatures across Egypt until Monday, as the country experiences a severe cold wave due to the expansion of the Siberian High originating from eastern Russia. Egypt will see a significant drop in temperatures across the country, especially during the early morning and late night hours, with … The post Cold wave hits Egypt, snow falls at Saint Catherine Mountains appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

44 h. ago Egypt launches nationwide campaign to curb stray dog crisis and eradicate rabies

The Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation has officially launched the first field phase of a national campaign to sterilize and vaccinate free-roaming dogs across Egypt. The initiative kicked off in Cairo’s Ain Shams district on Tuesday, marking a strategic shift in the state’s approach to managing its stray animal population under the “Rabies-Free Egypt … The post Egypt launches nationwide campaign to curb stray dog crisis and eradicate rabies appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 d. ago Lazura Developments launches New Cairo project with EGP 8bn in investments

Lazura Developments launches New Cairo project with EGP 8bn in investments  Dailynewsegypt

Politics

4 d. ago Textile, spinning industry development project receives strong political support: El

Textile, spinning industry development project receives strong political support: El-Shimy  Dailynewsegypt

Politics

4 d. ago Ministry of Agriculture issues 1,165 project licences in December 2025

Ministry of Agriculture issues 1,165 project licences in December 2025  Dailynewsegypt

Politics

4 d. ago Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential administration in big shake

KYIV, Jan 2 Reuters  —  President Volodymyr Zelensky named Ukraine’s defense spy chief as his top adviser on Friday, placing a popular military leader at the heart of decision-making as Kyiv seeks to strengthen its defenses against Russia and its hand in US-backed peace talks. The appointment of Kyrylo Budanov, a decorated war veteran widely … The post Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential administration in big shake-up appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 d. ago PM reviews completion of 1st phase projects of Decent Life initiative

CAIRO, Jan 1 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly reiterated on Thursday his keenness to conduct regular follow-up on the latest developments in the implementation status of the first phase projects of presidential initiative Decent Life “Haya Karima,” which are being carried out across numerous development and service sectors. He emphasized the need to bring … The post PM reviews completion of 1st phase projects of Decent Life initiative appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

4 d. ago PM reviews progress at Fustat Gardens, West Dabaa development

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly instructed officials to complete all remaining works at the Fustat Gardens project at the highest quality standards ahead of its opening and start of operations. This came during a meeting at the government headquarters in the New Administrative Capital to review progress at Fustat Gardens and the new urban community west … The post PM reviews progress at Fustat Gardens, West Dabaa development appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

5 d. ago ‘No reason to stop living’: Ukrainians find ways to cope with power cuts as Russia pounds the energy system

Kyiv, Ukraine  —  Liudmyla Shramko left Kyiv in 2024 with her young twin daughters to avoid shelling and blackouts. But a year later, 16-hour power outages caught up with her in western Ukraine. The 40-year-old recalls a two-day unscheduled power outage in her apartment in the capital in summer 2024 when it was 40 degrees … The post ‘No reason to stop living’: Ukrainians find ways to cope with power cuts as Russia pounds the energy system appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 d. ago Egypt preparing to commission 2 GW wind project by 2026 as part of major renewables drive

Egypt preparing to commission 2 GW wind project by 2026 as part of major renewables drive  Energies Media

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6 d. ago Egypt’s Prime Minister to inspect development projects in Luxor

Egypt’s Prime Minister to inspect development projects in Luxor  Egypt Today

Politics

7 d. ago CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say

The CIA has assessed Ukraine was not targeting a residence used by Russian President Vladimir Putin in a recent drone attack in the north of his country, according to US officials, undercutting an assertion the Russian leader had made to President Donald Trump in a Monday phone call. The CIA’s director John Ratcliffe briefed Trump … The post CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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