1 hour ago Ghana U20 coach Desmond Ofei eyes continental glory ahead of showdown in Egypt

Ghana U20 coach Desmond Ofei eyes continental glory ahead of showdown in Egypt  Confédération Africaine de Football

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2 h. ago Egypt: Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Holds an Expanded Meeting with Ministry Leaders to Follow Up on Workflow and Discuss Priorities for the Next Phase

Egypt: Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Holds an Expanded Meeting with Ministry Leaders to Follow Up on Workflow and Discuss Priorities for the Next Phase  ZAWYA

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2 h. ago Son of jailed Egypt opposition leader arrested, sent to prison

Son of jailed Egypt opposition leader arrested, sent to prison  The New Arab

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4 h. 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

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4 h. ago Sudan rebels declare rival government on anniversary of brutal 2

CNN  —  Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) says it has formed its own government as it marks two years of a vicious power struggle with the Sudanese army that has left tens of thousands killed and millions homeless. RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo said in a statement Tuesday that his militia and its civilian … The post Sudan rebels declare rival government on anniversary of brutal 2-year war with army appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 h. ago Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of violating brief Easter truce

CNN  —  Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating a brief Easter ceasefire, with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky accusing Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of only being interested in PR. Putin’s surprise announcement on Saturday, ordering his forces to “stop all military activity” from 6 p.m. Moscow time on Saturday (11 a.m. ET) until … The post Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of violating brief Easter truce appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 h. ago Archaeologists uncover tomb of Pharaoh Userkaf’s son, statues of Pharaoh Djoser from Ancient Egypt in Saqqara necropolis

Archaeologists uncover tomb of Pharaoh Userkaf’s son, statues of Pharaoh Djoser from Ancient Egypt in Saqqara necropolis  Malay Mail

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5 h. ago Palestinians in Gaza face ‘horrific injustice,’ says Egypt’s Coptic pope

Palestinians in Gaza face ‘horrific injustice,’ says Egypt’s Coptic pope  Anadolu Ajansı

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5 h. 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

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5 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

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6 h. ago Egypt Inaugurates African Space Agency Headquarters in Cairo

Egypt Inaugurates African Space Agency Headquarters in Cairo  Egypt Today

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6 h. ago ‘Fesikh’: The smelly fermented fish many Egyptians love forever no matter what

‘Fesikh’: The smelly fermented fish many Egyptians love forever no matter what  Egypt Today

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6 h. ago Egyptian Hospitals, Medical Facilities on High Alert During Easter and Sham El

Egyptian Hospitals, Medical Facilities on High Alert During Easter and Sham El-Nessim Celebrations  Egypt Today

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6 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.

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7 h. ago Incidence and determinants of extrapulmonary tuberculosis in Egypt: a retrospective cohort study

Incidence and determinants of extrapulmonary tuberculosis in Egypt: a retrospective cohort study  Nature

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7 h. ago Egypt and China conduct unprecedented air force training drill

The joint Egyptian-Chinese air force drill “Eagles of Civilization 2025” has commenced in Egypt, set to be conducted over several days at an Egyptian air base. Multi-role fighter aircraft of various types will be participating in the training. The program includes theoretical and practical lectures to unify combat concepts between both sides, in addition to … The post Egypt and China conduct unprecedented air force training drill appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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7 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.

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7 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.

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7 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.

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7 h. ago ‘May God Almighty keep our country safe in such a world of evil’: Pope Tawadros at Easter mass

CAIRO, April 19 (MENA) – Pope Tawadros II of Alexandria and Patriarch of Saint Mark Diocese said he is always praying for abundant love and unity among all the people of Egypt, and for an end to all conflicts and wars wherever they are. “May God Almighty keep our country safe in such a world … The post ‘May God Almighty keep our country safe in such a world of evil’: Pope Tawadros at Easter mass appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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