News
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Egypt’s new monorail offers a modern ride, but Cairo is still not convinced
Cairo’s East Nile monorail opened to passengers this month as a flagship of Egypt’s infrastructure ambitions.
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Israel reduces gas supplies to Egypt over Tamar, Leviathan ‘maintenance’
The government is preparing to add 1,800 megawatts of solar power to the national electricity grid in June 2026 to cut gas consumption.
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Egyptian garlic exports to the EU nearly double in 2025
Spanish producers said Egyptian garlic entered the European market ahead of the local harvest season at an average price of €1.5/kg (US$1.71/kg).
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China’s Sany to Invest USD 300M in Egypt’s First Wind Turbine Factory
The facility will supply a planned 1,000 MW wind project in the Gulf of Suez while supporting Egypt’s push to localize renewable energy manufacturing.
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Egypt allocates EGP 90 billion in new budget to support production, exports
EGP 48 billion has been earmarked for export rebate programs, while nearly EGP 7 billion has been allocated to support the tourism sector.
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Egypt uncovers first near-complete funerary assemblage at Panhesy Tomb in Ancient Heliopolis
This is unveiling new evidence of funerary practices and daily life in the ancient necropolis of Heliopolis across multiple historical periods.
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Egypt’s power demand peaks at 36,000 mw amid Eid period
Minister said he was reassured by the efficiency of the electricity network and the operational plans in place during the Eid period,
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Egypt restructures climate framework to fast-track green fund capital
The committee reviewed recent developments related to the GCF in Egypt, including the outcomes of a recent fund mission to Cairo,
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Al-Sisi calls for enhancing global competitiveness of Egyptian universities
Egypt currently hosts 129 universities, including public, private, national, technological institutions, and branches of foreign universities.
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Solar energy at the center of Egypt’s energy transition strategy
Projects under construction include Abydos 2 Solar Power Plant with a capacity of 1,000 MW.
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Communications minister reviews Concentrix Egypt expansion plans, digital skills cooperation
Concentrix Egypt, which specialises in outsourcing services, business process management, and call centre operations, plans to expand in Egypt.
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Egypt launches digital system for property ownership transfers in social housing units
The service enables users to submit and process transfer requests via new city authorities and governorate housing directorates.
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Egypt among key beneficiaries as AfCFTA boosts industrial gains
Egypt is already seeing faster gains from the agreement due to its stronger industrial and export bases
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FRA cuts MCDR fees to boost digital real estate investment platforms
The move is part of the FRA’s broader strategy to support innovative investment mechanisms, expand financial inclusion, and facilitate investments.
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Egypt is among the top 10 fastest-growing countries globally in inbound tourism
The minister indicated that Egypt achieved a four percent growth in the number of inbound tourists during the first half of 2026.
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Egypt extends deadline for private developers to join low-income housing scheme
15 extra days for private-sector real estate developers to submit applications to partner with the government in implementing a social housing scheme
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Roman emperor hidden as Egyptian Pharaoh found in Karnak Temple
2,000-year-old stone discovery in Luxor shocks archaeologists, it appears to show a Roman emperor depicted as an Egyptian pharaoh.
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With 19 Ports and 70 Upgraded Silos, Egypt Aims to Become Global Grain Hub
A network of 19 commercial ports and recently upgraded grain silos with expanded storage capacity.
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Egypt plants over 200,000 trees in phase 4 of ‘100 Million Trees’ initiative
Phase 4 was implemented across seven governorates including, Faiyum, Dakahlia, Alexandria, Suez, Sharqia, Red Sea, and Qena.It is the final one.
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Egyptian Stock Market set for new growth phase
The average daily trading value over the past five sessions exceeded EGP 12 billion, reflecting strong liquidity and growing investor confidence.