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Egypt and University of Exeter plan first UK campus abroad
Egypt's prime minister discussed a partnership to establish the University of Exeter's first international campus in the country.
Egypt's social and economic ministers discuss closer coordination
Egypt's Social Solidarity Minister Maya Morsi and Planning Minister Ahmed Rostom met to discuss strengthening coordination between their ministries on social protection and economic development.
Egypt's administrative prosecutor authorizes WhatsApp for legal notices
Egypt's administrative prosecutor has authorized WhatsApp as an official channel for notifying witnesses and defendants in cases, requiring phone numbers to be recorded in investigation reports.
Climate center warns Egyptian farmers that summer heat persists into autumn
Egypt's climate information center said summer atmospheric conditions will persist despite the astronomical end of summer, warning farmers not to rely on calendar dates for agricultural scheduling.
Egypt's meteorology authority warns of high waves on Mediterranean beaches
Egypt's meteorology authority has warned of strong winds and waves between 1.5 and 2.25 meters high along seven Mediterranean beaches, and advised swimmers to follow safety guidelines.
UAE pardons Egyptian poet al-Qaradawi after 10-year sentence
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has pardoned Egyptian activist and poet Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi, whose family is the son of an influential Islamic scholar.
Egypt's Sisi says Nile control is security matter
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi told Italy's deputy prime minister that Egypt views control of Nile waters as essential to its national security.
Former Palestinian PM says Israel pursuing "silent annexation" of West Bank
Former Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh says Israel is pursuing gradual annexation of the West Bank despite international opposition, with settlers now comprising over a quarter of the territory's population.
Gold prices rise across Middle East as dollar weakens
Gold prices rose on Thursday across Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Kuwait, driven by a weakening dollar and declining U.S. Treasury yields.
Israeli defence minister says forced transfer plan frozen, not abandoned
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said a plan to forcibly displace Palestinians from Gaza is frozen rather than abandoned, and requires U.S. support that is not currently forthcoming.
Egypt publishes Saturday rail timetable for Aswan-Cairo route
Egyptian state railways published a complete timetable for Saturday service between Cairo and Aswan, offering multiple train classes to connect Upper Egypt with the capital and Mediterranean ports.
Aswan school supplies bazaar offers discounts ahead of new term
A school supplies fair in Aswan, Egypt is offering discounts of up to 40 percent on bags, uniforms, shoes and stationery ahead of the new academic year.
Egypt, Jordan discuss bus crash in Sinai
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty spoke by phone with his Jordanian counterpart Ayman Safadi on Wednesday to discuss a bus crash in Sinai and offer assistance to Jordanian victims.
Islamic scholars warn against post-humanism and non-traditional sexual practices
Islamic scholars at an international conference on Islamic jurisprudence in Egypt presented research challenging post-humanism, non-traditional sexual practices, and digital atheism as threats to family structure.
Bus crash kills 22 in Sinai, reigniting debate over Egypt's road toll
A bus carrying Egyptian and Jordanian passengers overturned in South Sinai on Wednesday, killing 22 people, prompting parliamentary criticism and renewed focus on workplace transport safety.
Egypt, Chinese battery maker sign cooperation agreement
Egypt's Investment Minister witnessed the signing of a preliminary agreement between the Mansour Group and China's Tianneng Battery Group to study battery manufacturing and energy storage opportunities in Egypt.
Egypt and China call for Palestinian state in joint statement
Egypt and China said in a joint statement following talks between their presidents that they support an independent Palestinian state and reject displacement of Palestinians.
Egyptian potato belt expands across delta and new lands
Egypt grows potatoes across numerous provinces, with the Al-Nubariya region and the Nile Delta leading production, and exports reaching 918,000 tonnes in 2026.
Fashion brands pursue partnerships to tap into scarcity and cultural cachet
Fashion's embrace of unlikely brand partnerships continues to accelerate in 2026, with designers from Elie Saab to Stella McCartney leveraging scarcity and borrowed prestige to drive sales.
Egypt seeks to triple Chinese tourist arrivals
Egypt is aiming to attract one million Chinese tourists annually, more than double the roughly 360,000 who visited in 2025, according to a travel industry official.
Egyptian court sentences TV presenter Khalifa to death on drug charges
An Egyptian court has sentenced television presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 others to death for involvement in an organized drug trafficking and manufacturing operation.
Hong Kong museum's Egypt exhibition closes after drawing 600,000 visitors
An exhibition of ancient Egyptian artifacts at the Hong Kong Palace Museum drew more than 600,000 visitors over nine months before closing.
Egypt, Saudi Arabia call for de-escalation amid regional strains
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged de-escalation of regional tensions during a phone call, citing risks to energy supplies and global trade.
Arab states dominate major power deals in August
Arab states accounted for the largest electricity deals in August 2026, with major projects in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Egypt and Morocco, according to a monthly report by Energy Platform.
Comedy play moves to Egypt's new capital
The comedy play "Khayal Mareed" will stage performances at Egypt's New Administrative Capital following a sold-out summer run.
Egypt pushes for stable funding to bolster African epidemic readiness
Egypt's health minister has called for reliable epidemic financing and a stronger African voice in global health policymaking.
AI-powered phishing scams target Egypt's digital payment users
Cybersecurity expert Mostafa Rahim has warned of a rise in artificial intelligence-powered phishing scams targeting users of Egypt's InstaPay digital payment platform and major banking channels.
Egypt police deny drug allegation after kiosk dispute
Egyptian police said a viral social media post mischaracterized a kiosk dispute in Menoufia province, saying two men were accused of taking drugs when the actual cause was a disagreement over seating.
Cairo officials complete permit backlog, close 12 unlicensed shops in drive-by inspections
Cairo's local development ministry reported completing 45 pending citizen requests and closing 12 unlicensed shops during field inspections across three neighborhoods.
Cairo authorities seize 400 gas cylinders in smuggling crackdown
Cairo's supply authority seized 400 household gas cylinders and other contraband items during an enforcement campaign across the capital.
Turkey seeks Egypt's role in regional energy alliance
Egypt's liquefaction facilities make it central to regional efforts to export Eastern Mediterranean gas to Europe, but political tensions complicate the effort.
Bus crash kills at least 21 in South Sinai
A bus crashed on a road in South Sinai on Wednesday, killing at least 21 people including some Jordanians, Egypt's health ministry said.
Egypt and Bosnia explore military manufacturing cooperation
Egypt's state defence manufacturing ministry is exploring military industry partnerships with Bosnia and Herzegovina, including potential joint weapons production and technology transfer deals.