In the Egyptian national team’s dressing room, the players are celebrating. Shirts are strewn across the floor, accompanying shoes, socks, and golden confetti still hanging in the air. Quickly, the camera pans toward a bin, in which, sitting amongst various items of rubbish, is the FIFA World Cup trophy. Hit by a used water bottle chucked unceremoniously into the bin, the trophy foregrounds the appearance of the word toz, written in Arabic. Meaning ‘whatever’, or ‘who cares’, the word exemplifies the way in which Egyptian fans have transformed feelings of injustice into a celebration, a rejection of the World Cup’s absurdity. The absurdity, according to fans, was writ large in Egypt’s last game against Argentina. After suffering a 3-2 loss to the South American side on 7 July, widespread accusations of injustice spread rapidly, in Egypt and internationally. In an emotional post-match interview, the Egyptian footballer Mostafa Ziko explained, “we were wronged today, everyone saw it”. In Britain, former England player Alan Shearer agreed, saying, “I think it’s utter and complete b******”. Both were referring to the disallowing of Egypt’s spectacular goal in the 58th minute following VAR review, in…

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Egypt and Germany signed a joint declaration of intent on Monday, 20 July, to develop a network of Egyptian-German technical schools, in what the Ministry of Education described as the first agreement of its kind between the two countries. Education Minister Mohamed Abdel Latif signed the declaration with Niels Annen, State Secretary at Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, during a visit to Berlin. According to the ministry, the initiative aims to strengthen technical education, better align graduates’ skills with labour market needs, and prepare qualified workers according to international standards. Under the agreement, Egyptian-German technical schools will become part of Egypt’s education system through a scalable model. Schools meeting internationally recognised accreditation standards, including ISO-aligned requirements, will receive Egyptian-German technical school status. The declaration also includes expanding work-based learning and dual education programmes, developing competency-based curricula, strengthening partnerships with the private sector, supporting teacher training, and equipping schools with modern workshops and infrastructure. Students will also study specialised technical German language modules from levels A1 to B1. “The signing of the joint declaration of intent represents a new step in Egyptian-German cooperation to develop the technical education…

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  Egypt’s Export Development Fund (EDF) has concluded a series of consultations with the country’s 12 export councils after holding a meeting on Monday, 20 July, with the Export Council for Building Materials, Refractory & Metallurgy Industries (ECBM).  The discussion focused on ways to strengthen Egypt’s export base and raise the global competitiveness of manufacturers within the building materials, refractories, and metallurgical sectors, which include industrial domains responsible for extracting, refining, and processing metals and alloys from raw ores.  The meeting was chaired by Hatem El Nawawy, CEO of the EDF and the General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC), and Ahmed Hafez, Chairperson of the ECBM.  According to the discussions, the next phase of Egypt’s export strategy centers on expanding access to international markets, enhancing value-added production, and identifying key priorities to support export growth while ensuring that Egyptian products are positioned more effectively in both regional and global markets. These consultations come as Egypt’s Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade works to accelerate export performance in line with national directives aimed at diversifying export destinations and strengthening the international presence of Egyptian goods. The building materials, refractories,…

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  Egypt has lost one of its most influential musical pioneers. Legendary composer, arranger, and producer Hany Shenouda died on Monday, 20 July, at the age of 83. Born in 1943, Shenouda is best remembered for founding the band Al-Masryeen in 1977. At a time when Arabic popular music was dominated by traditional orchestral arrangements, the group introduced Western pop, rock, and funk influences while maintaining an Egyptian identity.  Their fresh sound and socially conscious lyrics helped redefine Arabic pop music and opened the door for a new generation of performers. Throughout his prolific career, Shenouda composed more than 900 songs for some of the Arab world’s biggest stars, including Abdel Halim Hafez, Nagat, Ahmed Adaweya, and Mona Aziz. Beyond songwriting, he became one of Egypt’s most sought-after arrangers and producers, recognized for his ability to modernize traditional melodies without sacrificing their emotional depth. His influence extended well beyond the recording studio. Shenouda composed memorable film scores for numerous Egyptian classics, particularly collaborations with actor Adel Emam, including El-Mashbouh (The Suspect, 1981) and Shams El-Zanaty (Sun of the Zanati, 1991)….

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President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is set to receive Montenegro President Jakov Milatović in Cairo on Monday, 20 July, marking Milatović’s first official visit to Egypt, according to a statement issued by the Egyptian Presidency. The two leaders are expected to hold official talks on strengthening bilateral relations and discussing regional and international issues of mutual interest. Egypt was among the first countries to recognize Montenegro following its independence in 2006, and the two countries have maintained diplomatic relations since. Montenegro has also expressed support for Egypt’s regional role, particularly regarding the Palestinian cause, counterterrorism efforts, and initiatives aimed at establishing a Middle East free of weapons of mass destruction. Economic ties between the two countries remain modest but are largely driven by Egyptian exports. According to official figures, Egyptian exports to Montenegro reached around USD 33.94 million (EGP 1.74 billion) in 2025, while imports from Montenegro totaled about USD 542,000 (EGP 27.7 million). Egyptian companies are also among the largest foreign investors in the Balkan country. Montenegro has also backed the two-state solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and has supported several Arab-backed resolutions at the United Nations related to Gaza….

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  Egypt’s Ministry of Labour announced on 20 July 2026 that Thursday, 23 July 2026, will be a fully paid official holiday for workers covered by the provisions of the Labour Law issued under Law No. 14 of 2025, in celebration of the anniversary of the 23 July Revolution. Minister Hassan Raddad stated that the decision is part of the legal framework governing paid leave on official holidays and occasions designated by the minister responsible for labour affairs, as implemented under Article 129 of the Labour Law. The minister added that employers may still require employees to work on that day if operational circumstances make it necessary. In such cases, employees are entitled to compensation equivalent to twice their daily wage in addition to their regular pay, or receive an alternate day off in compensation, provided the employee submits a written request to be filed in their personnel records, in accordance with the Labour Law provisions. Raddad emphasized that the holiday is a fully paid public holiday covered under Labour Ministerial Decree No. 294 of 2025, which lists official holidays and occasions that qualify for paid leave. To ensure correct…

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  Peace. It is the final word that Egyptian poet Salah Jahin uses in his poem, El Shay Bel Laban (Tea with Milk, 1955), which was published in his first poetry collection Kalimat Salam (A Word of Peace, 1955).  Sitting at the breakfast table in the gentle hours of the morning, the poem describes the scene of two lovers meditating on the slow ritual of drinking tea with milk together. They feel and drink the feeling of peace; the feeling of taking a deep exhale after sipping one’s favorite drink and finally feeling, if only for a brief, fleeting moment, that maybe this is peace. Maybe this is peace now, even if it will not remain so peaceful for long. Born in Shobra, Cairo, in 1930, and witnessing the political developments and upheavals that led to the 1952 Revolution and Egypt’s independence, Jahin’s lifetime was marked by turbulence, and peace was never a word that could simply be written onto a page with ease or carelessness. Writing the word ‘peace’ in a poem would have felt far too simple for a reality that was anything but. Yet for Jahin, there…

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The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) is reportedly moving to strengthen its recruitment of dual-national footballers by expanding the work of its existing overseas players committee, according to Egyptian media reports, rather than creating an entirely new body from scratch. Recent reports suggested the EFA was planning to establish a committee dedicated to recruiting players eligible to represent Egypt through dual nationality. However, the federation had already launched a Committee for Egyptian Players Abroad in July 2025 under the leadership of EFA President Hany Abo Rida, with a mandate that included identifying eligible players overseas, maintaining a database, contacting prospects and their families, and facilitating the paperwork required for them to represent Egypt. The latest proposal appears to build on that initiative by introducing a more unified recruitment structure across all national team age groups. According to Egyptian sports media, the committee would oversee recruitment from youth to senior level, compile and continuously update a database of eligible players abroad, monitor talent in foreign academies and professional clubs, and coordinate communication with players and their families. Former footballers are also reportedly being considered for membership, although the EFA has not officially…

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Egypt welcomed Belgium’s decision on Sunday, 19 July, to ban imports of goods produced in Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, including East Jerusalem, calling on other European Union member states to adopt similar measures. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs described Belgium’s decision as an important step that supports international law and United Nations resolutions, particularly UN Security Council Resolution 2334, which states that Israeli settlements have no legal validity and calls for an end to settlement activity to preserve the prospects of a two-state solution. Egypt urged all EU member states and the wider international community to follow Belgium’s example by introducing similar legal measures banning products originating from Israeli settlements. The ministry reiterated Egypt’s longstanding support for the Palestinian cause, stressing that lasting peace and security in the Middle East can only be achieved by ending the Israeli occupation and enabling the Palestinian people to exercise their right to self-determination. It also renewed its support for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state along the 4 June 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. Belgium approved the measure during its final cabinet meeting…

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The World Health Organisation (WHO) designated Egypt’s Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) as a WHO Collaborating Centre for field epidemiology training, 18 July. Egypt FETP is the first WHO Collaborating Centre across the Eastern Mediterranean Region and Africa concentrated on epidemiology training. Founded in July 2025, Egypt FETP focuses on the prevention, control and response to vector-borne diseases. Accounting for more than 17 percent of all infectious diseases globally, such diseases are defined by their transition by living organisms, or vectors. For example, malaria, a prominent example of a vector-borne disease, is a parasitic infection transmitted by Anopheline mosquitoes. Founded in 1993, with support from the WHO, Egypt FETP brings together professionals from across the nation to participate in classroom and practical training. This training lasts six months. Since its establishment, the programme has graduated 385 epidemiologists. WHO collaborating centres are an international network of institutions working to support the Organisation’s programmes, such as field epidemiology training. Currently, there are over 800 such centres in over 80 WHO Member States. A designation is initially granted for a four year period, and may be later renewed. Designations provide the WHO with…

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  Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has launched a development project at the Saqqara archaeological site to upgrade internal roads and enhance visitor services, reinforcing the destination’s standing as a world-class heritage location.  Announced on Saturday, 18 July, 2026, the initiative  is implemented by the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) and targets improvements to strengthen the overall visitor experience while protecting the site’s historic and archaeological character. The project is designed to meet the growing demand from both Egyptian visitors and international tourists by improving infrastructure within the archaeological area. Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy described the initiative as part of Egypt’s broader vision for developing archaeological sites through an integrated approach that balances conservation with modern infrastructure and visitor facilities.  SCA Secretary-General Hisham El-Leithy said the project includes upgrading the internal road network inside the archaeological zone to facilitate movement between different monuments.  He stressed that all development activities are being carried out according to internationally recognized engineering and conservation standards and that the enhancements are expected to provide a safer, more convenient environment for visitors, including organized tourist groups. According to Amr El-Tayeb, Director General of…

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