Latest in Tag: Daily News Egypt Highlight
Latest in Tag: Daily News Egypt
Health ministry launches medical protocol for victims of gender-based violence
One in three women around the world has reported an experience of violence, 38% of all murder crimes against women were by their partners
Egyptian squash player wins world title for 3rd time
The world’s number four player, Ashour, beat the world number one, Elshorbagy, in a match that lasted 90 minutes
Another way of ending FGM
By Dr César Chelala Female circumcision, also called female genital mutilation (FGM) is widely practiced in 29 countries in Africa and the Middle East. More than 125 million women have been subjected to different forms of genital mutilation across Africa and in areas of western and southern Asia, and 2 million women undergo the procedure annually. …
Innovation in Developing Economies
By Michael R Czinkota and Ilkka Ronkainen Innovation in developing economies is evolving rapidly, but can still improve in terms of marketing. Businesses in emerging economies can make profits and can positively affect the livelihoods of people. In the next generation, multinational corporations can expand to vast un- and underserved consumer groups in developing countries. Executives …
Total value of Egyptian imports, exports falls in first half of 2014: EITP
Yet the value of imports and exports to the EU rises, reports Egyptian International Trade Point
FDI in oil and gas unaffected by Egypt’s instability
Political instability in Egypt and other Arab countries had negative effect on non-oil manufacturing activities
Egypt suffers from legislative chaos, lack of legal reforms: Saudi businessmen
Saudi investors say political turmoil in Egypt has had negative effect on investment climate, signs of stability will attract more Arab investments
How does Egyptian culture influence its politics?
By Mohammed Nosseir Culture matters! And when it comes to Egyptian politics, it matters enormously. In the absence of a proper political structure, where the existing structure is often altered to better serve the ruler, culture plays an essential role in mobilising Egyptians. To better understand the dynamics of Egyptian politics, one must first understand …
South Sudanese president invites Al-Sisi for official visit
Salva Kiir held closed talks with his Egyptian counterpart Saturday, with both countries signing several agreements on future cooperation
Tunisians elect president in first democratic elections
The Islamist Ennahda Movement did not field any candidate
10 militants killed, 18 arrested in Sinai: Armed forces
Deadly clashes between militants and the military continue in North Sinai
Court sentences 100 Al-Azhar students to 5 years in prison
Defendants found guilty of illegally protesting inside campus
Workers strike at Helwan steel company
Production process stopped, workers to continue striking until demands are met, says labour leader
Shura Council trial: Videos fail to prove Alaa Abdel Fattah attacked police
Trial postponed to 26 November, defendants to remain in prison
Army refused to secure the match: Port Said trial defendant
Witness claims military refusal was because Al-Ahly fans insulted Tantawi and SCAF, trial adjourned to Monday
Egypt could send troops to guarantee a Palestinian state, reassure Israelis: Al-Sisi
Tony Blair, Shoukry discuss Palestine amid rising tensions
The Tentmakers of Cairo: Art, life and political rollercoasters
An interview with Kim Beamish, the director of “The Tentmakers of Cairo”, which was screened at Cairo International Film Festival
Man killed while planting bomb on railway tracks: Interior ministry
Security forces allegedly found three more bombs on the Cairo-Aswan line
Police surround Alexandria University as students threaten to strike
Students were protesting the expulsion of 12 colleagues, says SAC
7 militants killed, 67 arrested in North Sinai: Armed forces
Military operations destroyed seven tunnels connecting Rafah to Gaza Strip
Major payment issues hinder real estate taxation: Finance minister
World Bank grants $200m to develop health issues, while energy efficiency increases through investments
Egypt, China set to launch strategic partnership
President Al-Sisi scheduled for China visit in December
Calls to carry the Quran in Salafi Front protests ‘invitation for strife’: Al-Azhar
Peaceful protesting proved inadequate, says jihadi scholar
EFG-Hermes donates EGP 50m for poor villages
EFG-Hermes Chairperson Mona Zulfikar said her company seeks, through scientific and field studies, to develop the neediest areas in Egypt by combating poverty, developing health care, education, housing, water, and sanitation.
Economic Summit to be held from 13-15 March in Sharm El-Sheikh
Finance minister says deadline for parliamentary elections has not yet been determined and government steadily approaches completion of roadmap
6 dead in Kafr El-Sheikh accident
Prosecution investigates another deadly car accident
Court ‘terrorises’ defence lawyers on cabinet clashes case: Lawyers’ Syndicate
Court refers syndicate statement to prosecution for insults, defence lawyers withdraw from cabinet clashes case
Presidential decision on mortgage support not to address illegal housing: MFF chairman
Decision to support Mortgage Finance Fund’s activities and amended mortgage law would not touch on safeguards for registration of residential real estate
A woman fights against oppression in India
By Dr Cesar Chelala One can fight oppression with violence or with education. Hema Konsotia, a 34-year-old Indian woman, has chosen the latter. She is helping to change a situation affecting an estimated 165 million Indian Dalits. Also known as the “untouchables”, Dalits are a mixed population of numerous caste groups found all over South Asia. …
How does Sisi control the reins?
Within the “1952” – or “army” – family, power is transferred from president to president when the regime arrives at a crisis. For this reason, a new president must confront the causes that led to the crisis without sacrificing the constants of the regime. In other words, the new president must be seen to redraw …