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Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:32:14 +0000
Senegal Stripped of AFCON Title as Morocco Crowned Champions After Controversial Final
Senegal have been stripped of their AFCON title months after victory, with Morocco declared champions following a controversial CAF ruling. The post Senegal Stripped of AFCON Title as Morocco Crowned Champions After Controversial Final first appeared...

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:08:49 +0000
Egypt Eyes Lab-Grown Diamonds for Engagement Rings
A diamond purchase in Egypt is rarely just a purchase. It is an engagement milestone, a family keepsake in the making, and, for many households, one of the biggest lifestyle splurges of the year.  As a result, lab-grown diamonds are prompting a more...

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:31:22 +0000
Major Discovery at Athribis: Uncovering 13,000 Ancient Ostraca
  On 11 March, a joint Egyptian-German archaeological mission uncovered approximately 13,000 inscribed pottery fragments, known as ostraca, at the ancient site of Athribis located in Sohag Governorate, Upper Egypt.  This discovery, announced by...

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:34:31 +0000
Gulf Strategies and the Emerging Landscape of Islamic Banking in Africa
Islamic banking is expanding across Africa as Gulf players from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait reshape financing through commercial banks, development institutions, and sharia-compliant instruments. The post Gulf Strategies and the Emerging Landsc...

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:55:35 +0000
‘Free Palestine’ Call Brings Palestinian Resistance to the 2026 Oscars
  Spanish actor Javier Bardem delivered a pro-Palestinian message from the Oscars stage on March 15, declaring “No to war and free Palestine” to an applause from the Dolby Theatre audience. Presenting the Oscar for Best International Feature...

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:09:09 +0000
Egypt Sends 2,760 Tons of Aid to Gaza in 156th ‘Zad Al-Ezza’ Convoy
Egypt sent its 156th humanitarian aid convoy to the Gaza Strip on Sunday, 15 March, carrying 2,760 tons of supplies as part of ongoing efforts to support Palestinians amid the humanitarian crisis in the territory. According to the Egyptian Red Cresce...

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:10:05 +0000
Egypt Reaffirms Support for Lebanon and Kuwait
Egypt has reaffirmed its support for Lebanon and Kuwait and called for stronger joint Arab action to protect regional security, following a series of diplomatic calls held on 14 and 15 March amid escalating tensions across the Middle East. On Saturda...

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:07:20 +0000
The Green Space Crisis in Cairo: a Public Health and Urban Sustainability Challenge
  Despite its rapid expansion, Cairo faces a critical shortage of public parks and green spaces. Historical trends in the city have prioritized commercial infrastructure, highways, and extensive real estate developments, while the vital role of ...

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:28:35 +0000
How Ramadan in Egypt Reshaped My Understanding of Hospitality 
By Sophie Spigno I arrived in Egypt in March 2025, travelling to Alexandria to spend Ramadan with my closest friend and her family. It was early morning in Cairo, the sky still a pale, washed-out blue, when I climbed into a taxi after a long overnigh...

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