Child labor assumes fatal proportions in Egypt

The latest drowning of eight working children in the Nile Delta is opening deep wounds in Egypt and renewing debate about child labor.

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Women-led tourism initiatives are changing the way Egypt is seen, experienced

More women are gradually breaking into Egypt’s tourism sector and launching their own projects, often promoting along the way a new type of experience to visitors.

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Egypt weighs role as mediator in Sudan crisis

Egypt announced its support for the UN initiative to resolve the political crisis in Sudan and called for the quick formation of a government.

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Egypt looks to groundwater collection as talks deadlock on Ethiopia dam

The Egyptian Ministry of Irrigation is working to collect the largest possible amount of groundwater through "auto-control" devices, which have been supplied to more than 15 groundwater wells.

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Egypt tests economic outreach to Syria through labor unions

Cairo looks to labor unions to strengthen ties with Damascus .

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Young Chadian leader sees partner, role model in Sisi

Mahamat ibn Idriss Deby Itno is seeking Cairo's support to manage the country's transition.

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Egyptian rights group suspends operations after 'hostile' targeting of staff

The Arabic Network for Human Rights Information said the decision to close its doors came after "many strenuous attempts to continue to operate, despite the difficult conditions.” 

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Sudan's uncertain course after Hamdok resignation

Sudan’s prime minister, Abdalla Hamdok, has resigned amid fears of a civil war owing to a severe political deadlock.

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Ethiopia to generate electricity from GERD amid negotiations deadlock

Ethiopia will produce energy from the controversial Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam in a move likely to heighten existing tensions with Egypt and Sudan.

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Egyptian Church takes initiative on climate ahead of COP27

The Egyptian Coptic Church launched an initiative to plant trees in the grounds of all its affiliated churches and parishes to raise awareness of the issue of climate change, in preparation for Egypt hosting COP27.

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Nubians demand repatriation during Sisi visit

Nubians in Upper Egypt still seek return to the land of their ancestors, after years of forced displacement, amid complaints of political and cultural marginalization.

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Egypt revives Western Desert agricultural project

Egypt has breathed new life into an old agricultural project in its Western Desert, hoping it will increase food production and reduce imports.

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