Egypt explores local technologies for phosphoric acid production, seawater desalination
Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat reviewed research projects aimed at using locally available raw materials to produce phosphoric acid, upgrade phosphate ore and extract potassium, alongside the development of a new technology for seawater desalination. During a fie»»»
Al-Sisi launches month-long African initiative on post-conflict reconstruction
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on Sunday announced the launch of the sixth African Union commemoration of post-conflict reconstruction and development, which will be extended for the first time to a full month throughout November, while calling for increased financing for recovery programm»»»
Egypt signs $1bn World Bank financing agreement under second phase of reform programme
Egypt has signed a $1bn financing agreement with the World Bank under the second phase of its Development Policy Financing (DPF) programme to support economic reforms, strengthen resilience to external shocks and advance the country’s green transition. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly witnessed the »»»
Al-Sisi reviews plans for 100 Italian-backed technical schools, expansion of university hospitals
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on Sunday reviewed plans to expand the country’s education system, including the establishment of 100 technical schools in cooperation with Italy, equipping 50 schools with German support and expanding the Japanese-style school network, alongside the developme»»»
Egypt plans 1,000MW solar capacity to power 7,000 factories
Egypt plans to establish solar power plants with a combined capacity of 1,000 megawatts to supply around 7,000 factories under the “Shams El-Senaa” initiative, as the government seeks to expand renewable energy use and reduce electricity costs for industrial facilities. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbo»»»
Egypt Real Estate Platform targets five-minute website creation for developers, brokers
The Official Egyptian Real Estate Platform aims to enable property developers, marketing companies and brokers to create professional, branded websites within five minutes, as part of a broader digital system designed to connect property listings, manage customer data and expand the international m»»»
Uptown 6 October partners with UK group to develop EGP 6bn outlet mall
Uptown 6 October for Development and Investment has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with UK-based Fashion House Group (FHG) to develop and operate Fashion House International Outlet Egypt at Grand Uptown Mall (GUM) in New October City, with planned investments exceeding EGP 6bn»»»
D Developments launches in Egypt with EGP 15bn investment portfolio under Egyptian-Saudi partnership
D Developments has officially launched operations in Egypt through an Egyptian-Saudi partnership, with plans to develop four projects in Obour City and an initial targeted investment portfolio of EGP 15bn. The company’s shareholder structure brings together expertise in real estate development and »»»
EBRD backs $265m financing for ADD Properties’ Grand Hyatt hotel in Giza
ADD Properties, a member of Sami Saad Holding, has secured a $265m syndicated financing facility from international, regional and Egyptian financial institutions to support its investment plans, including the development of a 400-room Grand Hyatt hotel overlooking the Grand Egyptian Museum and the »»»
Minister of Transport meets Egyptian Minister of Civil Aviation
Cairo: Minister of Transport HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Thani met on Sunday with Minister of Civil Aviation of the Arab Republic of Egypt, HE Captain Dr. Sameh Ahmed El Hefny. During the meeting, held at the headquarters of the Ministry of Civil Aviation in Cairo, the two minis»»»
Chairperson of Qatar Museums opens Fables in Fashion 2026 at NMoQ
DOHA Chairperson of Qatar Museums HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani opened the exhibition Fables in Fashion 2026 at the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ), in the presence of Minister of State and President of Qatar National Library HE Dr Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al Kuwari. Presented by»»»
Russia to Help Ghana Build 2,000 MW Nuclear Plant — Ghana’s Foreign Minister
The project will guarantee the country’s energy security and boost industrialization, Ghana’s Foreign Minister Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa wrote on X following the Third Russia-Africa Summit. In addition, Russia and Ghana agreed to:Sign a defense pact "to acquire strategic military assets" for the Ghana A»»»
EBRD arranges $265m financing for Egypt hospitality expansion
JEDDAH: Egypt’s hospitality sector is set to receive a boost from a syndicated financing package of up to $265 million arranged by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development for ADD Properties, a member of Sami Saad Holding. The financing will support the development of a new Grand Hyatt »»»
GCC urges Iran to respond to peace efforts as Britain strengthens Gulf defences
Egypt warns renewed US-Iran fighting could trigger a more destructive regional conflict Dubai: Arab governments have warned that renewed fighting between the United States and Iran could trigger a more destructive regional conflict, as Gulf states demanded a meaningful response from Tehran and Brit»»»
El Nasr Automotive starts Dongfeng's MAGE EV production with 45% local content Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Egypt-based automaker El Nasr Automotive Manufacturing Company has started producing China's Dongfeng MAGE EV model as Egypt’s first locally produced electric vehicle (EV), with local components reaching 45%, according to a joint statement from the Ministry of Industry and the Ministr»»»
Compass Capital: Healthcare, Fintech, and Export Sectors Lead Risk-Adjusted Returns Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: In an evolving macroeconomic landscape marked by shifting monetary policies, foreign exchange liquidity, and structural growth drivers, alternative investment and M&A advisory firms are uniquely positioned to capture emerging market dislocations. In an exclusive interview with Arab Fi»»»
A New Bet on Insurance: Unlocking a New Chapter for EGX Arab Finance For Information Technology
The planned listing of insurance companies on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) represents far more than a transfer of ownership stakes. It signals a broader effort to transform Egypt's insurance sector into a scalable investment story, deepen capital markets, and give private investors access to a finan»»»
Misr Life Insurance signs 4-season strategic partnership with Al Ahly SC Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Misr Life Insurance Company and Al Ahly SC signed a four-season strategic partnership, covering joint marketing activities, collaboration with the Al Ahly Community Development Foundation, and sponsorship of the club’s TV channel, as per a press release. Under the agreement, the compa»»»
Has the US-Iran standoff reached a turning point? Tehran sees major shift in Washington’s tone
Iran welcomes US shift as mediators intensify efforts to avert renewed strikes Dubai: After a week dominated by warnings of imminent US-Israeli strikes on Iran, Tehran has signalled an unexpected shift in the diplomatic atmosphere, acknowledging a major change in Washington’s approach as intensive »»»
Egypt’s FM calls for early-warning mechanism to safeguard regional security
Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said on Saturday that Gulf security was an integral part of Egypt’s national security, calling for a regional early-warning and rapid-response system to prevent crises rather than simply manage them after they erupt. Abdelatty made»»»
Egypt explores expansion of Qatar’s Al Mana Group investments
Mohamed Farid, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, met with Abdelaziz Mohammed Hamad Al Mana, Chairperson of Qatar’s Al Mana Holding Group, in Doha on the sidelines of his participation in the World Investment Forum, organised by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)»»»
Opella and EOP launch pharmacy programme to advance allergy self-care in Egypt
Opella and the Egyptian Organization of Pharmacy, Development and Training (EOP) have launched an educational initiative to train pharmacists in managing air pollution-aggravated allergies, aiming to reach approximately 50,000 people in Egypt by the end of 2026. The organisations signed a memorandu»»»
Egypt’s medicinal, aromatic plant exports reach $852m in 2025
Egypt’s exports of medicinal and aromatic plants and related products reached around $852m in 2025, Agriculture Minister Alaa Farouk said on Saturday, as the government seeks to expand local processing and increase value added across the sector. Farouk made the remarks at the opening of the fifth M»»»
Shell Lubricants to supply fluids for BYD vehicles in Egypt under MANDREAM deal
Shell Lubricants Egypt (SLE) has agreed to supply specialised oils and fluids for BYD vehicles, including new energy vehicles (NEVs), in a partnership with MANDREAM, the sole authorised importer and distributor of the automaker in Egypt. The agreement expands Shell’s presence in the growing NEV mar»»»
Hungary Weekly Briefing: Orbán’s UN prospects, Serbia’s election shock and major changes in Hungary
Could Viktor Orbán become the next UN Secretary-General? What does Serbia’s dramatic election result mean for the region? And how will Hungary’s new housing and family-support measures affect everyday life? The latest edition of Hungary Weekly Briefing brings together the biggest political, economi»»»
CBE rate hike aims to sustain disinflation, ensure 2027 inflation target is met
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) said its decision to raise interest rates by one percentage point was a pre-emptive measure aimed at sustaining the downward trajectory of inflation and ensuring that it reaches the target of 7% (±2 percentage points), on average, in the fourth quarter of 2027. The C»»»
KOICA, Beni Suef Technological University strengthen partnership to advance tech education in Egypt
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and Beni Suef Technological University (BTU) have jointly hosted the second Technological Education Conference, reaffirming their commitment to advancing technological education and strengthening Egypt-Korea cooperation. Held as part of KOICA’s sup»»»
Federation of Egyptian Banks explores ways to expand financial inclusion, banking access
The Financial Inclusion Committee of the Federation of Egyptian Banks (FEB) has discussed ways to strengthen financial inclusion and expand access to financial and banking services, with the participation of representatives from the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), the FEB, several banks, and companies»»»
Israeli enemy carries out a new bombing near Kfartebnit town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Egypt Warns Renewed US-Israeli War on Iran Would Be “More Destructive and Lead Nowhere”
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Saturday that he was “extremely worried” about a renewed escalation in the US-Israeli war on Iran, warning that another round of fighting would be more destructive and have far-reaching consequences. Speaking at the IISS Manama Dialogue security summ»»»
Egyptian Ministry of Health: 10 dead and 24 injured in collision in Giza governorate
CAIRO: The Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population reported that 10 people were killed and 24 others were injured in a collision between a microbus and a heavy truck in the vicinity of 6th of October City in Giza Governorate at the intersection of the Middle Road and the Dabaa Road on Saturday. »»»
Ten dead and 10 in unstable condition after workers' minibus collides with truck
Ten of those injured remain in unstable condition; 14 suffered minor to moderate injuries Cairo: At least 10 people were killed and 24 others injured when a minibus carrying workers collided with a heavy goods vehicle on a major road in Egypt's Giza governorate on Saturday, the Ministry of Health a»»»
A giant billboard suddenly started playing porn, officials reveal what went wrong
The advertising company suspended its screens as authorities investigated the cyberattack Cairo: Egyptian authorities have confirmed that a cyberattack caused pornographic footage to appear on a large digital billboard overlooking one of Cairo's busiest roads, with similar screens in several other »»»
Industrial strategy targets supply chains, local manufacturing
Egypt’s Industrial Strategy 2030 seeks to establish a more competitive industrial base integrated into global supply chains by promoting industrial localization, deepening domestic manufacturing and increasing local value added, Industry Minister Khaled Hashem said. Speaking at a ceremony hosted by»»»
Qataris hold marathon talks in Tehran seeking US-Iran deal before midterms
Qatari mediators held talks in Tehran for more than 12 hours on Friday in an effort to reach a deal to restart direct negotiations between the U.S. and Iran and avoid an outbreak of war after the midterms, diplomatic sources told U.S. news portal Axios. The discussions will continue in Doha, Qatar,»»»
Egypt fears escalation in US-Iran war would be more destructive, foreign minister says
MANAMA: Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Saturday he was “extremely worried” that a new round of escalation in the war between the United States and Iran would be more destructive and have a major impact. He was speaking at the IISS Manama Dialogue security summit in Bahrain.»»»
Flying this weekend? What travellers need to know before heading to the airport
UAE airports gear up for winter surge as airlines restore services UAE airports are preparing for a busier winter travel season as international airlines gradually restore services and expand their schedules. Scheduled departing seat capacity across the country's airports has risen to 7.2 million i»»»
First Algerian troops arrive in Niger where insurgents threaten stability
ALGIERS: An Algerian army convoy has arrived in Niger in Algeria’s first foreign troop deployment since it sent forces to support Egypt during the 1973 Arab-Israeli war. Niger, like other countries in West Africa’s Sahel region, is battling insurgents linked to Al-Qaeda and Daesh. Algeria, which »»»
First Algerian troops arrive in Niger where jihadists threaten stability
ALGIERS: An Algerian army convoy has arrived in Niger in Algeria’s first foreign troop deployment since it sent forces to support Egypt during the 1973 Arab-Israeli war. Niger, like other countries in West Africa’s Sahel region, is battling insurgents linked to Al-Qaeda and Daesh. Algeria, which »»»
Russia discussing floating nuclear power stations for four African states
MOSCOW: Russia’s atomic power agency said Friday it was in advanced talks with four African nations about building floating nuclear power stations to help overcome power shortages. Alexey Likhachev, director general of the Rosatom state agency said talks were being held with Egypt, Namibia, Tanzani»»»
Egyptian president visits Budapest: Railway deal struck, new economic partnerships on the table
Hungary has reached an agreement with Egypt to complete the delivery of 44 outstanding railway carriages, resolving a long-running and financially sensitive deal inherited from the previous government. The agreement also covers warranty repairs to 31 carriages already delivered and the settlement o»»»
Karacharovsky Mechanical Plant Presents its Technologies to Delegation from Africa in Moscow
Representatives of the Central African Republic visited the Karacharovsky Mechanical Plant in Moscow as part of the Russia-Africa summit, Minister of the Moscow Government and Head of the Moscow Department of Investment and Industrial Policy Anatoly Garbuzov said. The foreign guests familiarized th»»»
Why the CBE raised interest rates by 1% amid currency pressures
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) defied market expectations on Thursday by raising its key interest rates by 100 basis points (1 percentage point), aiming to anchor inflationary expectations and mitigate escalating domestic and external economic pressures. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) increas»»»
Russia Eyes Egypt as New Seed Supply Hub For Africa
Russia and Egypt are discussing the construction of a seed-processing plant to supply Egyptian farmers and potentially other African markets, with a Russian agricultural company ready to invest in the project, Russian Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut announced. The facility would process locally gro»»»
Video: Meet the girl Sheikh Mohammed gifted his badge to after she beat 40 million students and won hearts
Dh500,000 Arab Reading Challenge winner dreams to be Egypt’s information minister Dubai: Overwhelmed with joy, 11-year-old Mayar Othman Al Shourbagy jumped up when her name was announced as the winner of the 10th Arab Reading Challenge in Dubai on Thursday. She then knelt down and kissed the floor »»»
Property Exit launches in Egypt to offer real estate resale, investment solutions
Property Exit, a platform specialising in real estate investment and exit solutions, has officially launched in Egypt with the support of Gateway Financials, a consultancy firm specialising in feasibility studies, investment advisory and asset valuation. The platform aims to provide buyers, investo»»»
Egypt’s per-capita water share falls to 472 cubic metres annually: Sewilam
Egypt’s per-capita water availability has fallen to around 472 cubic metres a year, Water Resources and Irrigation Minister Hani Sewilam said, as the government expands the use of technology in water management and prepares to establish an electronic monitoring network to track saltwater intrusion »»»
Irrigation minister discusses water priorities ahead of 2026 UN conference
Egyptian Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Hani Sewilam discussed coordinating positions and priorities on global water issues with Mediterranean Water Institute President Alain Meyssonnier ahead of the 2026 United Nations Water Conference. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the ni»»»
Egypt seeks Japanese investment in airport development projects
Egypt’s Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh Elhefny discussed opportunities for Japanese companies to participate in the development of Egyptian airports, including a programme to offer several airports to the private sector for management, operation, and development, in cooperation with the Internati»»»