Latest in Tag: DNE Highlight
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Sinai enters a new chapter
By Khaled Okasha The terrorist attack that took place in Karam Al-Qawadees , next to Sheikh Zuweid, will open a new chapter for the entirety of the Sinai Peninsula. Will 24 October represent the end of one era and the beginning of a new one marked by a process that is more violent and bolder …
How is power transferred within the ‘1952 family’?
Every dynasty across history is characterised and distinguished by certain attributes, and the ‘1952 family’ is no exception. One of the most important characteristics of any dynasty is the power-transferral method, and we will notice in this regard that in most dynasties throughout history there are mechanisms for transferring power from an emperor, king, or …
Sponsorship of FIFA: a new front in Gulf political rivalry
By James M. Dorsey Lurking in the background of world football body FIFA’s talks with Qatar Airways to replace its Dubai rival Emirates as a sponsor is the escalating hostility between Qatar and the United Arab Emirates as a result of their divergent attitudes towards political Islam. Officially, Emirates’ decision to end its $200m relationship …
OCI NV pursues dual listing in Egypt, UAE
Company is targeting to list on the two exchanges during the first quarter of 2015
Cairo Fashion Festival III shines a light on local designers
Six fashion designers, including four Egyptians, will participate in the event
‘Our work remains completely independent‘: Head of 30 June fact-finding committee
Every single incident in the report is documented, report delayed because Brotherhood refuses to participate, says Fouad Abdel-Moneim Riad
Teradata in negotiation to provide government data analysis to combat money laundering
We offer new applications to combat fraud and evaluate credit risk, says Terada Regional Director
Life and death in Egyptian prisons
Detainees face harsh realities and life threatening health conditions
Innovation complex to be established in Maadi Technology Zone
Signing of the agreement took place on Tuesday during Cairo ICT 2014 Conference
IBM predicts 50% growth in cloud computing in Egypt by end of 2015
ITIDA and IBM launch 2nd phase of joint-initiative to help telecom SMEs enter new markets
Lenovo to lead Egyptian computer sales by end of 2015: CEO
Lenovo spends $3bn globally per year in research and development, says CEO YasserShaheen
Info-graph: Death in Egypt’s prisons
Egypt faces UN human rights review in Geneva
UN states question Egypt on rights of assembly and association, torture, gender rights, and application of constitution
30% growth target in 2015: Dell sales manager
2014 figures targeted 20% growth, but company reached only a “not acceptable” 10%, says distribution sales manager
Rights groups protest crackdown on NGOs in Egypt
International human rights groups also call for authorities to repeal “draconian laws” and take adequate action over sexual harassment
‘No School for Children’ to be screened at Nahdet el-Mahrousa
Co-directed by a German and an Egyptian, the documentary discusses education in both countries through the stories of two young girls
Thinking critically about Syria’s refugee crisis
By Matthew Timmerman Lebanon recently announced it will further curtail the flow of Syrian refugees across its border. With these refugees numbering half the size of the country’s indigenous population (by the government’s estimate), occupying 60% of the labour market, and the total cost of their accommodation estimated at $3bn – it’s a calculated decision …
Cairo: A problematic transport culture
By Josh Drake A friend of mine recounted an incident recently whereby their taxi driver, in the midst of a Cairo traffic jam, took a sharp unlawful turn down a one-way street in the wrong direction and then, at a low speed, hit an unsuspecting pedestrian who was walking along the centre of the road. …
7 rights groups decided against participation in UPR
Rights groups cite threats posed by the government against NGOs
School shootings and lone wolf attacks: What’s the difference?
By James M. Dorsey A recent school shooting in the US state of Washington and a lone wolf’s assault on the Canadian parliament in Ottawa are but two of the latest headline-grabbing incidents of home-grown violence. One had nothing to do with politics, the other is classified as a terrorist attack perpetrated by a jihadist …
More than 80 houses in North Sinai contain smuggling tunnels: Foreign ministry
Military trials not applicable to peaceful protestors, claims ministry statement
Shoukry, Ngwenya discuss trade prospects between African countries
COMESA summit to be held in Egypt mid- December to launch the Tripartite Free Trade Area
Egypt is large and promising communications market: Dell
Dell Venue Tablet to be offered on the Egyptian market during the first quarter of 2015
E-finance launches new “Banzenty” app
New app provides details on the nearest petrol station
Transportation ministry to build 4 new ports for major projects: Ministerial advisor
Technical bids to build a link between Damietta river and sea ports will be received in November
Tourism ministry aims for 1 million British tourists by year’s end: Official
Efforts have been stepped up to attract 1 million tourists from Britain this year through a presence in the World Travel Market
ITIDA to sign expertise exchange agreement with Emirates Identity Authority
By Mohamed Alaa Eldin The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) and the Emirates Identity Authority signed a cooperation agreement Tuesday to exchange expertise in the field of information technology industry development. The agreement stipulates cooperation between the two parties in several fields, including transmitting technical, legal, and regulatory expertise in the fields of information …
Mehleb inaugurates Cairo ICT 2014 exhibition and conference
Ministerial emphasis placed on technological zones in each governorate and large-scale telecom sector investments
ANHRI calls for release of Saudi woman rights activist
Souad Al-Shammary was arrested for a tweet calling Saudi society “male-dominant”
Brotherhood reiterates opposition to reconciliation
Statement follows leading Brotherhood member’s call for dialogue between Al-Sisi and the group