Latest in Tag: alexandria Highlight
Latest in Tag: alexandria
High-ranking judge referred to trial following arrest for bribery in Alexandria
The judge received a financial bribe in exchange for the acquittal of a drug dealer, says MENA
Alexandria, Damietta, Red Sea ports pay EGP 439m in taxes
A number of public sector companies and bodies affiliated to the state paid more than EGP 951m in taxes for fiscal year (FY) 2015/2016. The companies submitted their tax declaration during the past period after the end of the specified time, ending on 31 April of each year, based on the fact that their fiscal …
Alexandria hosts first Documentary Film Festival
Aiming to raise awareness about the importance of documentaries in Alexandria and to encourage young filmmakers to produce more effective documentaries, the Mahmoud Saed museum is hosting the first round of the Alexandria Documentary Film Festival from 19 to 24 November. The festival programme includes screenings of documentaries made by Dr Medhat Mekkawy, a leading …
Sharm El-Sheikh, Hurghada hotels revenues decline: Colliers International
Colliers International, The Commercial Real Estate Leader published its 3-month rolling forecast for October until December on Wednesday.
Alexandria’s Endowments Ministry kickstarts missionary caravans for societal peace
19 missionary caravans will be traversing Alexandria to warn against the dangers of shaking society’s peace
HOTAC to establish ceremony hall at Helnan Palestine Hotel: chairperson
Ground floor will have 1,000-person capacity, to be built in same architectural style as hotel and neighbouring palace
Divided opinions over man who sets himself ablaze in Alexandria
State-media alleges the man “fabricated the incident” to avoid prosecution on charges of robbery
Ghabbour Auto inaugurates Margham centre in Alexandria with investments worth EGP 100m
GB Auto has inaugurated a new centre, called Margham, on an area of 25,000 sqm with investments worth EGP 100m in Alexandria. Raouf Ghabbour, chairperson and executive director of GB Auto, said that the centre’s buildings alone cost EGP 52,000, with a covered area of 3,000 sqm. He pointed out that nine new service centres …
International solidarity pours to support Alexandria Shipyard workers
Union syndicale Solidaires sent letter to President Al-Sisi demanding the release of the workers
5.3% decrease in usage of jetties in Alexandria, Daqahleya ports in July
A report issued by the Alexandria Port Authority about the traffic to jetties in Alexandria and Daqahleya ports showed a 5.3% decrease in usage in July, as compared to June. In July, these two ports received 342 ships, compared to 361 ships in June. The report showed the total general goods handled through the port …
Egypt desperately needs you: Al-Sisi to illegal migrants
Al Sisi reproaches young people who are considering immigration, asking them to engage in national projects
Solidarity and fear reign as military court expected to issue verdict on workers
More than 20 labour and political entities demanded the release of the detained workers, as the verdict is expected to be issued on Sunday
Around 850 Zamalek fans receive release order
The members were arrested from different areas in the stadium’s vicinity on accusations of possessing forged match tickets and fireworks
Increase in hotel bookings over Eid Al-Adha holiday: tourism sector
Accommodation in Alexandria ranges from EGP 700-1,700 per night; this price increase is due to higher operation costs in the past period, especially food products
Decline in revenues and guest satisfaction in Sharm El-Sheikh and Hurghada hotels: Colliers International
Customer satisfaction declines in Sharm El-Sheikh; increases in Cairo, Alexandria
Egypt seeks development of new industrial complex
New complex part of ministry’s vision to establish specialised industrial complexes, linking small and big companies
Natural Gas supply project will expand to reach 20 governorates: International Cooperation Minister
In 2014, the World Bank funded the original three-year project for the 11 governorates with $500m and AFD with €70m, and in 2015, the EU supplied a grant worth €68m
Court sentences professor to 2 years in prison
Zahran was accused of propagating false claims against the deans of various universities
Increase in hotel occupancy in Cairo, Alexandria reflects change in tourists’ views of both cities
Occupancy rate of hotel rooms in Cairo expected to reach 58%, so a single room’s income would reach 96%, which is the highest rate of return in Egypt
Military court postpones verdict on Alexandria Shipyard workers to 16 August
27 workers stand accused of inciting protests in the company
Al-Max residents agitated by wide-scale deterioration, pollution
ECESR published a study outlining the problems facing the area once known as Alexandria’s Venice
Parties, syndicates, and movements in solidarity with Alexandria workers ahead of military verdict
The workers stand accused of inciting protests and refusing to work in a military institution
Rock: Alexandria’s famous super dog
Dogs are a man’s best friend. Many psychologists advise adopting a dog as a way to treat critical cases of depression.
18 Ultras Ahlawy members released following arrest at Borg El-Arab stadium
Police arrested the fans on Sunday for vandalism and rioting after Al-Ahly FC lost a match against Moroccan team El-Wedad
Solidarity campaign with Alexandria Shipyard workers demands end of military trial, release of workers
Calls for dropping all charges against workers and referring the case to a civilian court
22 workers acquitted from bullying charges in Alexandria
Workers were informed of the trial after three years of the incident, says a worker
Hotels, resorts promote special offers in bid to attract Egyptians during Eid Al-Fitr
Egyptian families prefer Ain Sokhna and Alexandria due to their proximity to Cairo compared to Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh
Another legacy wasted: Alexandria’s Al-Salam theatre is demolished
On Saturday morning, people woke up to heart-breaking pictures of the Al-Salam theatre after it was partially demolished. Though the theatre had been closed for a few years, people still considered it one of Alexandria’s most cherished landmarks.
First Mistral warship arrived in Alexandria
Egyptian Navy commander Osama Rabea will attend a receiving ceremony for the warship
Historic Alexandria theatre faces demolition, residents angered
The demolition was reportedly ordered to make way for a new luxury hotel