7 h. ago Strict presidential directives issued to halt power load shedding in summer – PM

CAIRO, April 27 (MENA) – President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has issued strict directives to find decisive solutions to halt power load shedding during the summer, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said. Madbouly chaired a meeting Sunday with Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Essmat to review the ongoing plans for handling the rising electricity loads … The post Strict presidential directives issued to halt power load shedding in summer – PM appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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18 h. ago Bokra’s Groundbreaking Sukuk Issuance Ushers in a New Era for Islamic Fintech in Egypt

Bokra’s Groundbreaking Sukuk Issuance Ushers in a New Era for Islamic Fintech in Egypt  Tech In Africa

Politics

26 h. ago Up to 60 days to issue amendments on the old rent law in Egypt

In a long-awaited development, the government has submitted a bill to amend a law concerning old rents to the House of Representatives, aiming to address a long-running crisis impacting the lives of millions, both tenants and landlords. This came after an official announcement by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly during a press conference held after the … The post Up to 60 days to issue amendments on the old rent law in Egypt appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Society

30 h. ago Egypt, ExxonMobil Agree on Mediterranean Gas Exploration Framework

Egypt, ExxonMobil Agree on Mediterranean Gas Exploration Framework  Energy Capital & Power

Politics

31 h. ago Interior min. directs raising level of preparedness to help citizens cope with severe weather wave

CAIRO, April 30 (MENA) – Interior Minister Mahmoud Tawfiq directed relevant departments within the Ministry of Interior to raise level of preparedness to assist citizens in facing up to the severe weather phenomenon expected to hit some governorates Wednesday. A well-placed security source told MENA the minister of interior directed raising up security presence on … The post Interior min. directs raising level of preparedness to help citizens cope with severe weather wave appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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46 h. ago Burundi Joins Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Egypt, Columbia, and Pakistan as US issues New Travel Alert, What it Means for the Tourism Sector

Burundi Joins Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Egypt, Columbia, and Pakistan as US issues New Travel Alert, What it Means for the Tourism Sector  Travel And Tour World

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46 h. ago Turkey, Egypt, Georgia, Greece and More Featured in Flydubai Summer Flight Expansion Offering New Connections from Dubai to Top Coastal Escapes

Turkey, Egypt, Georgia, Greece and More Featured in Flydubai Summer Flight Expansion Offering New Connections from Dubai to Top Coastal Escapes  Travel And Tour World

Sport

52 h. ago A day without power: What 12 hours of darkness looked like in Spain and Portugal

CNN  —  Luis Ibáñez Jiménez was driving on a highway in east Madrid when Spain lost power. “Suddenly, there were no traffic lights,” the resident of the capital told CNN. Cars piled up, and nobody had right of way. “I was stopping so that people could pass I saw a massive bus coming, and I … The post A day without power: What 12 hours of darkness looked like in Spain and Portugal appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

55 h. ago Egypt calls on ICJ to declare Israel’s continued occupation a violation of international law

In an oral argument before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Monday, the Egyptian delegation submitted a request for the Court to issue an advisory opinion stating that Israel’s prolonged occupation of the Palestinian territories is a continued violation of international law. It added that Israel’s obligations as an occupying power must continue throughout … The post Egypt calls on ICJ to declare Israel’s continued occupation a violation of international law appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

56 h. ago B.Laban pays LE140 mln in dues to the Egyptian Tax Authority

A member of the board of directors for the B.Laban Company, Abdel-Rahman Ashmawy, confirmed that his company paid LE140 million to the Egyptian Tax Authority. During a telephone interview with TV host Lamis al-Hadidi on the“Last Word” (Kalema Akhera) TV show, on “ON” channel, Ashmawy said that “There are matters that have not yet been … The post B.Laban pays LE140 mln in dues to the Egyptian Tax Authority appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Economics

58 h. ago Canada will ‘never’ yield to Trump’s threats as Prime Minister Carney declares election victory

CNN  —  Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his county would “never” yield to the United States as he declared victory in federal elections early Tuesday, following a campaign overshadowed by relentless provocations and steep trade tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. The Liberal Party leader issued a stunning rebuke to Trump as he … The post Canada will ‘never’ yield to Trump’s threats as Prime Minister Carney declares election victory appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 d. ago Egypt nears clean energy goal with El Dabaa nuclear power plant

Egypt nears clean energy goal with El Dabaa nuclear power plant  The New Arab

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3 d. ago Egypt presidential hopeful Ahmed Tantawi questioned in new cases

Egypt presidential hopeful Ahmed Tantawi questioned in new cases  The New Arab

Politics

3 d. ago President Sisi slams use of starvation against the Palestinian people

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi discussed regional and international developments of mutual interest – particularly the situation in the Gaza Strip – with the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia Sam Mostyn at the al-Ittihadiya Presidential Palace on Sunday. Sisi stressed that Egypt harshly rejects the use of starvation as a weapon or tool of … The post President Sisi slams use of starvation against the Palestinian people appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

4 d. ago Minister: State keen to achieve economic growth based on investments, industry localization

The state intends to achieve strategic transition for making economic growth through stimulating investments and localizing industry, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, Rania Al-Mashat, said. The minister, who is also Egypt’s Governor at the World Bank Group, made her remarks on Saturday 26/4/2025 to comment on the group’s recently-issued report that expects … The post Minister: State keen to achieve economic growth based on investments, industry localization appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Economics

5 d. ago Mashat in talks with EU over timeline of completing procedures related to 2nd phase of MFA program

Rania al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation and Egypt’s Governor at the World Bank, held a meeting with Elena Flores, Director General for Economic and Financial Affairs at the European Commission, in the presence of Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk. The meeting addressed the timeline for completing procedures related to the second phase … The post Mashat in talks with EU over timeline of completing procedures related to 2nd phase of MFA program appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

6 d. ago B.Laban announces imminent reopening of all branches and factories in Egypt

The B.Laban chain of stores has announced the reopening of all its branches and factories under the direct supervision of the relevant authorities. In a statement released on Thursday evening, B.Laban confirmed the resumption of operations at all its locations, citing a “generous decision” to reopen under the direct supervision of relevant authorities, attributed to presidential directives … The post B.Laban announces imminent reopening of all branches and factories in Egypt appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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6 d. ago New summer hours in Egypt: Shops, malls, restaurants set revised closing times

Egypt begins enforcing new summer closing times for commercial stores, cafes, restaurants, coffee shops, shopping malls, workshops, and artisanal businesses on Friday, aligning with daylight saving time. Closing Times for Shops and Malls Shops and commercial malls will operate daily from 7:00 AM until 11:00 PM. However, on Thursdays, Fridays, as well as during official holidays … The post New summer hours in Egypt: Shops, malls, restaurants set revised closing times appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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6 d. ago Egyptian President, Italian Foreign Minister discuss bilateral ties, regional issues

Egyptian President, Italian Foreign Minister discuss bilateral ties, regional issues  Social News XYZ

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6 d. ago Egypt Takes Expensive Fifty Million Dollar Action to Restore the Pyramids of Giza with New Sustainable Measures, Electric Vehicles, and Strict Vendor Regulations

Egypt Takes Expensive Fifty Million Dollar Action to Restore the Pyramids of Giza with New Sustainable Measures, Electric Vehicles, and Strict Vendor Regulations  Travel And Tour World

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