11 h. ago "The fully dried garlic from Egypt will be available starting from May 15th"

"The fully dried garlic from Egypt will be available starting from May 15th"  FreshPlaza

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17 h. ago Egypt: Banque Misr suspends Talat Harb CDs starting April 27

Egypt: Banque Misr suspends Talat Harb CDs starting April 27  ZAWYA

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37 h. ago PM underlines importance of forging ahead with efforts to develop Egypt’s textile industry

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly highlighted the significant role of Egypt’s textile industry in supporting economic growth, noting that a national strategy is in place for its development, with regular follow-up to ensure implementation of this strategic project. This came during a meeting on Tuesday with Minister of Public Business Sector Mohamed Shimi to review the … The post PM underlines importance of forging ahead with efforts to develop Egypt’s textile industry appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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62 h. ago Egypt, IME to discuss details of RST new financing this week, sources

The Egyptian government and Central Bank are expected to discuss ways to obtain the new financing via Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RST) recently approved by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and to agree on the mechanisms and tranches for its transfer to Egypt. The discussions are anticipated during their participation in the spring meetings of … The post Egypt, IME to discuss details of RST new financing this week, sources appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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63 h. ago Egypt’s Daylight Saving Time starts on Friday, set clocks forward by 60 minutes

Egypt is preparing to return to Daylight Saving Time, starting at midnight on Friday April 25. At exactly 12:00 am, the clocks will be set forward by 60 minutes, becoming 1:00 am instead of 12:00 am, in implementation of the provisions of Law No. 34 of 2023. The House of Representatives approved the law, and … The post Egypt’s Daylight Saving Time starts on Friday, set clocks forward by 60 minutes appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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63 h. ago Egyptian Semiconductor Startup InfiniLink Raises $10 Million in Seed Funding

Egyptian Semiconductor Startup InfiniLink Raises $10 Million in Seed Funding  Tech In Africa

Economics

3 d. ago Egypt weather: Peak heat hits Tuesday before gradual cooling

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has revealed the expected weather conditions for Monday and Tuesday, as well as the timing of a return to lower temperatures. Hot weather will prevail during the daytime across most of the country, becoming very hot in Upper Egypt, with moderate temperatures at night in most areas. The Meteorological Authority added … The post Egypt weather: Peak heat hits Tuesday before gradual cooling appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Society

4 d. 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 d. 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

7 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.

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8 d. ago Deceased Azhar researcher receives posthumous doctorate degree

The Al-Azhar University decided on Tuesday to award a deceased researcher a doctorate degree posthumously with honors, following a discussion of her doctoral dissertation. The discussion panel was held in the Shafika al-Shahawy Auditorium at the Faculty of Islamic and Arabic Studies for Girls in Cairo, in honor of deceased researcher Hanem Mahmoud Abul-Yazid Mohamed … The post Deceased Azhar researcher receives posthumous doctorate degree appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Science

8 d. ago Thousands of Egyptians rally in El Arish to express rejection of forced displacement of Palestinians

Thousands of Egyptians on Tuesday rallied in El Arish city in North Sinai governorate to receive President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and French President Emmanuel Macron and express their opposition to the forced displacement of Palestinian people from the Gaza Strip and support the political leadership’s decisions on the Palestinian cause. They took to streets and … The post Thousands of Egyptians rally in El Arish to express rejection of forced displacement of Palestinians appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

8 d. ago Egyptologist slams Mohamed Ramadan’s Pharaonic outfit as act of ‘disrespect’

Egyptologist Hussein Abdel-Bassir on Tuesday criticized Mohamed Ramadan’s ‘Pharaonic’ outfit at his recent Coachella concert, saying it could only be described as disrespect to ancient Egyptian history. Abdel-Bassir added that “Ramadan’s appearance in what he called a Pharaonic costume bears no relation, near or far, to Pharaonic civilization—not in form, content, or even the simplest … The post Egyptologist slams Mohamed Ramadan’s Pharaonic outfit as act of ‘disrespect’ appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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8 d. ago After being banned in Kuwait, will Snow White be screened in Egypt?

Film distributor Mahmoud al-Defrawy confirmed that Disney’s “Snow White” (2025) will be shown in Egyptian cinemas starting Wednesday, April 16. This comes despite Kuwait’s decision to withdraw the film and ban its screening due to the starring role of Israeli actress and former Israeli soldier Gal Gadot. Civil society groups had called on cinemas in … The post After being banned in Kuwait, will Snow White be screened in Egypt? appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

8 d. ago Adam, Stillwell help New Egypt extend perfect start on the gridiron

Adam, Stillwell help New Egypt extend perfect start on the gridiron  NJ.com

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1 week ago The Rise of Cat Domestication May Have Started with Ancient Egyptian Sacrifices

The Rise of Cat Domestication May Have Started with Ancient Egyptian Sacrifices  Discover Magazine

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1 week ago President Sisi starts Gulf tour with Qatar visit; Gaza ceasefire high on agenda

President Sisi starts Gulf tour with Qatar visit; Gaza ceasefire high on agenda  Egypt Today

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1 week ago Lawyers Across Egypt Hold Protests Against Higher Court Fees

Lawyers Across Egypt Hold Protests Against Higher Court Fees  Scoop Empire

Events

1 week ago ‘This isn’t Russia, never was, and never will be’: Ukrainians living under occupation fear Trump’s peace talks

CNN  —  Asked why she and other Ukrainian people choose to keep living under Russian occupation instead of fleeing, the woman paused for a moment. “I don’t know how to explain the feeling,” she said. “It’s like you just can’t believe that evil could win. Even after three years, people can’t believe that this is … The post ‘This isn’t Russia, never was, and never will be’: Ukrainians living under occupation fear Trump’s peace talks appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

1 week ago Israel raises alert level and reinforces military presence throughout the country

The Israeli occupation army has announced an elevation of the alert level throughout Israel, just days before the start of the Jewish Passover holiday. The declaration of the alert status in Israel follows a situation assessment conducted by Chief of the General Staff Eyal Zamir. Military presence is also slated to be reinforced across various … The post Israel raises alert level and reinforces military presence throughout the country appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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