54 m. ago AngloGold Ashanti Expands Investment in Egypt with New Gold Exploration Deal

AngloGold Ashanti Expands Investment in Egypt with New Gold Exploration Deal  Egypt Oil & Gas

Economics

1 hour ago To aid investors, Egypt’s president directs transition from multiple fees to unified tax on net profits

To aid investors, Egypt’s president directs transition from multiple fees to unified tax on net profits  Egypt Today

Economics

2 h. ago Ministry of Water Resources to produce series of documentaries on history of irrigation in Egypt

Ministry of Water Resources to produce series of documentaries on history of irrigation in Egypt  Egypt Today

Culture

3 h. ago Public Prosecution investigates Jordanian blogger Suzy over false news

Cairo’s Public Prosecution ordered on Saturday the release of Jordanian blogger Suzy after investigating her on charges of spreading false news on social media. The release was ordered on bail of LE 1,000. Suzy posted a video clip on social media, claiming that her sister, who was disabled with poor eyesight, had her mobile phone … The post Public Prosecution investigates Jordanian blogger Suzy over false news appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

3 h. ago Egypt takes over chairmanship of AfCFTA council of trade ministers

CAIRO, April 19 (MENA) – Egypt’s Ambassador in Congo Hisham Hisham al-Makoud has participated in a ceremony to hand over the chairmanship of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Council of Ministers of Trade to Egypt from Tanzania. Head of the Trade Representation Office in Kinshasa Ahmed Mengy was also present at the ceremony, … The post Egypt takes over chairmanship of AfCFTA council of trade ministers appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

4 h. ago Following presidential orders, Egypt’s Health Ministry investigates B.Laban chain

The top health and food safety officials in Egypt held a meeting on Saturday to discuss the controversy surrounding the popular B.Laban chain, following presidential orders to ensure public safety. Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health and Population, Khaled Abdel-Ghaffar, met with the head of the National Food Safety Authority (NFSA), Tarek al-Houby, … The post Following presidential orders, Egypt’s Health Ministry investigates B.Laban chain appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

4 h. ago Cairo tripartite summit confirmed shared vision for ME peace – French ambassador

CAIRO, April 18 (MENA) – The recent tripartite summit in Cairo between President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Jordanian King Abdullah II offered an opportunity to affirm France’s vision regarding the current developments in the Middle East, French Ambassador in Cairo Éric Chevalier said Friday. The summit included highly important discussions … The post Cairo tripartite summit confirmed shared vision for ME peace – French ambassador appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

19 h. ago Saudi, Egypt transport ministers discuss enhancing cooperation

Saudi, Egypt transport ministers discuss enhancing cooperation  Arab News

Politics

25 h. ago Yemen’s Huthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port

CNN  —  The death toll from US airstrikes on an oil port in western Yemen has risen to at least 74 people, the Huthi-run health ministry reported, marking the deadliest day since the United States escalated its aerial campaign against the Iran-backed group last month. US Central Command said Thursday the strikes on Ras Isa … The post Yemen’s Huthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

27 h. ago PM: Egypt seeks in coordination with regional, int’l partners to maintain security, stability in region

ISMAILIA, Egypt, April 16 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said Egypt has shown understanding of the political and economic repercussions of the escalating geopolitical situation in the Red Sea region which posed a major threat to international navigation and affected the Suez Canal revenues. Egypt has not taken any measures contradicting its regional role, … The post PM: Egypt seeks in coordination with regional, int’l partners to maintain security, stability in region appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

51 h. ago Famous restaurants and dessert chains shut down across Egypt in food safety crackdown

Several Egyptian governorates have witnessed intensive inspection campaigns carried out by the regulatory bodies of the Food Safety Authority and the Ministry of Supply, resulting in the closure of a number of branches of well-known dessert chains, Sada al-Balad reported. In Gharbia Governorate, five branches of the “Balaben” chain in Tanta city were closed after … The post Famous restaurants and dessert chains shut down across Egypt in food safety crackdown appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Society

66 h. ago Egypt cuts interest rates 225 basis points, says more cuts likely By Reuters

Egypt cuts interest rates 225 basis points, says more cuts likely By Reuters  Investing.com

Politics

3 d. ago Egypt’s Minister of Electricity flies to Russia to discuss requirements for reactor core of the Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant

Egypt’s Minister of Electricity flies to Russia to discuss requirements for reactor core of the Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant  Egypt Today

Politics

3 d. ago From Cairo to Aswan: French Fashion House Jacquemus Shoots Campaign in Egypt

From Cairo to Aswan: French Fashion House Jacquemus Shoots Campaign in Egypt  Egyptian Streets

Society

3 d. ago PM urges relying on local components in all wind energy projects

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly called for relying on local components in all wind energy projects across the country and reducing the import of foreign components. Madbouly’s call came while he was inspecting the 650-megawatt wind farm in the Red Sea city of Ras Ghareb on Tuesday. The prime minister was accompanied by Minister of Electricity … The post PM urges relying on local components in all wind energy projects appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

3 d. ago Nadine Abdel Ghaffar Meets French President Emmanuel Macron During His Official Visit to Egypt

Nadine Abdel Ghaffar Meets French President Emmanuel Macron During His Official Visit to Egypt  Egypt Today

Politics

3 d. ago Report: US asked Egypt to investigate condition of Edan Alexander

Report: US asked Egypt to investigate condition of Edan Alexander  Israel National News

Events

3 d. ago Egypt’s Ministers Coordinate on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

Egypt’s Ministers Coordinate on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production  Egypt Today

Politics

3 d. ago Egypt, Qatar Agree to $7.5 Billion Investment Package, Reaffirm Support for Gaza Ceasefire

Egypt, Qatar Agree to $7.5 Billion Investment Package, Reaffirm Support for Gaza Ceasefire  Egyptian Streets

Economics

3 d. ago Qatar could invest $7.5 bn in Egypt which once accused Doha of sponsoring terrorism

Qatar could invest $7.5 bn in Egypt which once accused Doha of sponsoring terrorism  Firstpost

Economics