February 3rd, 2006 / October 30th, 2018
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For Omar Khairat, Music is a Universal Language
Many critics consider Omar Khairat to be the best artist in terms of creating soundtracks used in dramatic works and movies. He is the author of some of the most famous soundtracks in the history of Egyptian art, such as the drama series “The Miserly,” “Me...Opposition Fears Repressive Policies Will Push Egypt Towards ‘Explosion’
Al-Sisi’s firm grip on the country seems a fait accompli. He has the support of the security bodies, which control the media; the parliament is almost entirely on his side; and since the constitutional amendments, he de facto controls the judiciary. I...Egyptian Theatre Director Nada Sabet: Enlightenment is Born on Stage
The performances deal with diverse and often controversial topics such as circumcision, sexual harassment, street children, dreams, civic participation of youth, the environment, racism, migration and the portrayal of women in the media and law.In Egypt, Sinai Residents Face a Living Hell
For decades, the residents of North Sinai have suffered marginalization and the absence of a state presence, resulting in difficult living conditions, widespread unemployment, poverty, disease and an extremist ideology that has found fertile ground.In Egypt, Economic Reforms Look Good on Paper but Poverty on the Rise
Egyptians living in poverty had risen to 30.2 per cent compared to 27.8 per cent in 2015. And the poverty line used in the report was set at 800 EGP per month, which is significantly lower than the World Bank’s 950 EGP per month. The poverty rate in 2...Suspended Verdict for Nubian Activists Allows Egyptian State to Keep Control
25 defendants received preliminary fines up to 50,000 Egyptian pounds ($2,900) and seven were acquitted of charges ranging from illegal protesting to blocking roads, chanting against the state and receiving foreign funding. The fines will be upheld if...Egypt Approves Constitutional Amendments Amid Widespread Vote Buying
The amendments include an extension of the presidential term to six years, which means al-Sisi, whose current term was due to end in 2022, can now stay in power until 2024 plus another six years if he is reelected. A 180-member Shura Council (senate)...With Their Books Increasingly Banned, Writers in Egypt Under Threat
The situation for Egyptian writers is growing increasingly difficult, with many in exile or even facing imprisonment at home. Voicing critical or alternative views on politics, morality or religion has become a red line and many writers are now afraid...
