
Religious channel shut down
A court ruling called for the permanent closure of ultra-conservative Al-Hafez satellite channel
A court ruling called for the permanent closure of ultra-conservative Al-Hafez satellite channel
Judge refuses appeal by Salafi preacher and TV anchor Abdallah Badr, upholds his imprisonment for libel against actress
Salafi preacher Abdallah Badr’s appeal of prison sentence for insulting actress Elham Shahin fails
In a deeply polarised media climate, Egyptians must choose between secular or religious satellite TV channels. Religious channels are a widely used source of information for social and personal issues, but have also been accused of broadcasting political agendas, inciting sectarianism, and spreading hate speech. The Daily News Egypt explores the topic of religious TV channels, and speaks to people on both sides of the debate.
Salafi preacher is found guilty of insulting former presidential advisor Amr El-Leithy
Administrative Court places 30-day suspension on Islamist programme, refuses to suspend satirical programme
Former presidential advisor Amr El-Leithy accuses Abdallah Badr of libel
Salafi TV anchor calls for mass protest in front of actors’ union