Latest in Tag: 2016 Highlight
Latest in Tag: 2016

MENA mergers and acquisitions perform soundly in 2016 despite challenges: Baker McKenzie
The value of MENA inbound and outbound M&A activities doubled in comparison to 2015

968 incidents of corruption in 2016: Partners for Transparency
Ministry of Supply had the largest share of corruption

A poll shows Egypt’s most beloved artists and literary work of 2016
Ahmed Morad’s God’s Land voted as best novel and Donia Samir Ghanem as best actress

Think that 2016 was a tough year for Saudi Arabia? Wait until you see 2017
2016 was not a good year for Saudi Arabia. Sharply lowered oil prices sparked a domestic financial crisis that is forcing the country to restructure its economy. Saud Arabia’s bitter struggle with Iran for regional hegemony has embroiled it in wars and political conflicts which it has been unable to win, leaving Saudi Arabia no …

Miss Mexico Universal 2016 visits Egypt to support local tourism and designers
With a captivating smile, a sparkling tiara, and a strong cause, Yezenia Navarro is set to stand out wherever she goes. Mrs Mexico 2016 for Universal Pageants and Mrs UN ambassador of 2015 is a true advocate for women rights and universal harmony, as well as being living proof of the communicative power of fashion. …

Who leads the world in creativity and innovation in 2016?
The Global Innovation Index (GII) ranked Egypt 107 out of 128 countries in terms of progress in innovation. According to the 2016 report, Egypt received 26 points in creativity and innovation globally, leading up to a number of African countries, such as Tanzania, Senegal, Namibia, Botswana, and Mozambique. Switzerland topped the ranking by obtaining 66.3 …

Egypt’s dream team: handball keeping hopes up in Rio
In Egypt, the national football team has always monopolised the spotlight of the country’s sports scene, supported and cheered for by the population and officials. This year, and especially with the Rio Olympics taking the sports world by storm, the spotlight has started to shine on other team sports, specifically handball. Winning the 2016 African …

21st Euromoney Conference to open in Egypt on 19 September
This year’s Euromoney Conference will be held in Egypt from 19 to 20 September and will be attended by Minister of International Cooperation Sahar Nasr, who will review investment opportunities in Egypt and potential economic partnerships. A group of senior government officials will also participate in the conference and take part in the Euromoney …

Egyptian volleyball team’s journey through the 2016 FIVB Volleyball World League: four victories and two losses
This year’s edition has been shortened because of the 2016 Summer Olympics held in Brazil this August.

2016 IBSF World Snooker Championship aims to boost tourism in Egypt
Kammah told Daily News Egypt that the target this year is to increase that number to reach 60 countries

Results of the 2016 Formula 1 Russian Grand Prix held in Sochi, Russia
Ranking Country Team Time Points Nico Rosberg Germany Mercedes 1:32:41.997 25 Lewis Hamilton Great Brittan Mercedes +25.022s 18 Kimi Räikkönen Finland Ferrari +31.998s 15 Valtteri Bottas Finland Williams +50.217s 12 Felipe Massa Brazil Williams +74.427s 10

49 security personnel killed in first quarter of 2016: study
According to the Regional Center for Strategic Studies, 31 of the victims are from the police force

HSBC to introduce mortgage loans in 2016
Loans to be introduced to premier clients first

Egyptian archery champion Hala El-Gibily qualifies for 2016 Olympics
Also in the women’s individual compound competition, Egyptian Nancy El-Gibily won the bronze medal, while the gold medal went to Namibian Beanta Viviers

Samsung begin plan to launch smart home appliances in Egypt
Samsung Forum 2016 revealed SUHD TVs and TabPro S

Despite closure order, El-Nadeem reported interior ministry violations in February 2016
Month was heavy since it was full of news about police violations with citizens and in detention places

The 2016 El-Gouna International Squash Open is on its way
On the occasion of this tournament, which will be held from 21 to 29 April, Daily News Egypt interviewed Amr Mansi, Founder and CEO of IEvents who is responsible for organising El-Gouna International Squash Open tournaments

Hamdan Bin Rashid opens Gulfood 2016 exhibition
The exhibition events are planned to continue until 25 February and are expected to draw a record trade attendance of more than 85,000 visitors

Egyptian women’s national volleyball team advances to African Volleyball Championship final
Egyptian women’s national volleyball team defeated the Kenyan national team in the semi-final of the African Volleyball Championship

Egypt wins 2016 African Handball Cup of Nations
This is the sixth occasion for Egypt to win this competition since it obtained the title in 1991, 1992, 2000, 2004, and 2008.

In Cartoon: Egyptian security in 25 January 2016
In Pictures: 25 January 2016, Yet another militarised response to dissenting protest
Amid heavy security presence throughout the country, minor anti-government protests continue to be violently dispersed throughout Monday. No casualties have been reported at this time. Protesters affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood have taken to the streets in small groups in several governorates since Sunday night, defying security forces deployed throughout the country in anticipation …

United Bank aims to expand SME financing in 2016
Bank is reconsidering investment policies and will open 12 new branches to focus on developing the Suez Canal area, says Abdel Hamid

In Cartoon: 25 January 2016

Small publishing houses dominate annual Egyptian book fair in 2016
Dar Al-Shorouk, Noon, Diwan, and the Egyptian Lebanese house were at the top of the publishing houses, and will participate with a large numbers of books in 2016. However, smaller houses, including Elmasry, El-Rewaq, Ghorab, Toya, Bait Al-Yasmine, and Dar Al Olom, are expected to fiercely challenge and prove their existence in the Egyptian book …

Egypt’s youth take first place in 2016 British Junior Open Squash Championship
Egyptian junior squash player Tamer El-Shamy came in seventh place in the under 15 division and Egyptian junior squash player Abdallah Yasser took ninth place in the under 17 division .

Happy New Year
Some may disagree with the title of this article, whether they think I mean the past year or the new one. In fact, I am talking about both years. As one of the people from the film industry, I can say they are indeed two happy years, not just one. A quick tour of Egyptian cinema …
In Pictures: Egypt celebrates New Year with joy and spirituality
While the rest of the world celebrated the New Year with copious amounts of fireworks, Egypt chose to welcome 2016 in a different fashion. From church masses, to hiking trips in the wilderness, and Santa-themed marathons; the country was truly a beacon of joy during the year’s very first hours. A group of young …

In Cartoon: Santa Claus in 2016!
Cartoon by Amany Hashem

Egyptian tourism sector hopes for recovery in 2016
Sector withstands repercussions of past 5 years; optimism over Egypt’s new contract with a security review company for airports