Latest in Tag: COVID-19 Highlight
Latest in Tag: COVID-19
Opinion| What should be our priorities now and over the next 15 years?
The 14th-century Arab historian Ibn Khaldun wrote that the past resembles the future more than one drop of water resembles another. This may have been true once, but times have changed. We have not only an interconnected world, but also an interdependent world. The batting of a butterfly wing in New Zealand has a consequence …
Opinion| Egypt: Post-COVID-19 Challenges
Egypt is the only Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region country to avoid contraction in fiscal year (FY) 2020/21. We expect growth to moderate from 3.6% in FY 2019/20 to 2.3% in FY 2020/21, supported by accommodative monetary and fiscal policies, and the progress in structural reforms prior to the pandemic.
Opinion| Women at the centre of COVID-19 response
And COVID-19 will continue to have far-reaching impact on the hard-won gender equality gains in all countries. No country has fully achieved gender equality, with all countries grappling with gaps in women’s equal participation in economic and public life. All countries are also struggling to address the “shadow” pandemic – violence against women.
Opinion| In the face of challenges, we need to work together
The UK is leading the charge. My government wants both to build back better in our own society, and also to support other countries in their own fight. We can only do this by working together. Whether this is through bilateral engagement, or through multilateral collective effort, the ultimate solution to this problem is, and has to be, a joint one.
Opinion| For a Post-COVID world assuring Human Security, leaving no one behind
However sad, I was fortunate to be comforted by many kind words from friends. I am also sincerely thankful to all the healthcare workers who are fighting at the frontline against this virus. The solidarity is more than ever needed now, in the society as well as in the international community.
Opinion| Aswan Forum and Africa’s pathway to sustainable peace and development post-COVID-19
In this context, Egypt is convening the second edition of the Aswan Forum for Sustainable Peace and Development, which will be held virtually from 1-5 March 2021 under the motto “Shaping Africa’s New Normal: Recovering Stronger, Rebuilding Better”.
Opinion|COVID-19 and human trafficking crimes: The Egyptian Experience
The International Labor Organization (ILO) expected in April 2020 that around 25 million jobs will be lost, due to partial and total lockdown in many countries. This affected around 2.7 billion workers, which means 4 out of 5 workers worldwide[1].
Opinion| Towards the adoption of a universal declaration on creating a post-pandemic world
A vision that believes in science and scientists as a national wealth for their homelands and for the rest of the world.
Opinion| COVID-19: A reset to a ‘Business-as-Usual’ Paradigm
This impact was felt by all, developing and developed countries alike. Multiple strategies were put into practice against a common enemy, yet the world, after over a year, remains powerless in redressing the brunt it has brought upon us.
Opinion|The Post-pandemic world: What’s next for the Middle East and North Africa
While the health crisis is not yet in retreat globally, the unprecedented rapid development of vaccines and their ongoing rollout provide some optimism that we may be able to embark on a return to some form of “normalcy”.
20,000 Egyptians registered for COVID-19 vaccination: Health Minister
There are no concerns over AstraZeneca vaccine, says Hala Zayed
COVID-19 pandemic drives Talabat app growth by 80%
Total of 85% of Cairo is covered by Talabat Mart services, says Ahmed Youssry
Egypt’s Health Minister, Aboul Gheit discuss support for Arab countries amid COVID-19
Zayed met Arab League Secretary-General in capacity as head of Council of Arab Health Ministers
Cesar Awards ceremony turns into protest against France’s COVID-19 strategy
French actress was on stage wearing donkey outfit and blood-stained dress before she stripped before audience
400k Egyptians registered for COVID-19 vaccines: Health Minister
Total of 40 centres allocated nationwide to provide vaccines
Egypt starts COVID-19 vaccination rollout on Thursday
Since the opening of online registration last Sunday, nearly 153,000 people have applied for vaccinations, the cabinet added.
Egypt clubs protest Football Association decision to cover costs of COVID-19 tests
EFA has so far been covering costs of such tests, but many clubs claim financial hardship
COVID-19 spread can be tracked via rapid, large-scale wastewater surveillance system
New system identifies buildings where new COVID-19 cases have emerged, even before infected people develop symptoms
Companies reinstate ambitious expansion plans as COVID-19 repercussions subside
GB Auto plans to spend about EGP 260m in capex during 2021
Aswan Forum urges evenhanded access to COVID-19 vaccines, proper healthcare in Africa
African leaders praise role played by Egypt’s President Al-Sisi to advance development, peace in continent
COVID-19 pandemic challenges will not derail advancing African agenda: Al-Sisi
Egyptian President highlights his country’s efforts to achieve sustainable development in Africa
COVID-19 boosted Crédit Agricole Egypt’s digitisation plans: Walie Lotfy
Bank recorded spike in customers’ use of digital services, reaching 7 million logins and over 1.2 million transactions during 2020, says Crédit Agricole Egypt Deputy Managing Director
Fierce competition between lenders, Fintech, Big Tech marks financial services post-COVID-19
One major change in the past year has been to turn what we historically did face-to-face into an online activity: and that is using video conferencing for meetings; shopping online; restaurant delivery; day-to-day digital banking; and the list goes on.
CDC sees tremendous investment opportunities in Egypt, driven by government’s pro-business stance
Egypt is a priority market, with tremendous investment opportunities, driven by government’s pro-business stance, large population, entrepreneurial culture
Veteran Egyptian actor Youssef Shaaban dies of COVID-19
Shaaban started his career alongside Omar Sharif in 1961 film
Border conflicts, terrorism, Ethiopia dam top threats to Africa after COVID-19
Egypt has unique experience in fighting terrorism which must be followed by Sahel countries, says Eritrean political analyst
Most shipping lines reported volume increase in Q3, Q4 2020 despite COVID-19: Transmar
With world economies disrupted, neighbouring countries turned to Egypt as stable, reliable source of goods
Six sectors likely to change following global health crisis
World has seen vastly different life experiences due to pandemic
FDIs in Egypt’s real estate projected to robust within 15 years: Sky Abu Dhabi
New FDIs will be injected in Egypt whether through mergers or acquisitions
Egyptian tourism in 2021: How to overcome challenges for speed recovery?
Egypt’s 2019 tourism revenues hit $13.03bn, the highest in sector’s history, but COVID-19 has taken toll on sector causing revenues in 2020 to slump by 70%