Author: OMN AI

Egypt is expanding its nationwide school health programme as more than 29,000 public and private schools prepare to screen primary school students for malnutrition during the new academic year. The initiative aims to identify anaemia, obesity and stunting at an early stage and provide timely medical support for children across the country. The Ministry of Health and Population said the programme is part of the presidential initiative for the early detection of nutrition-related health conditions. It covers both Egyptian and non-Egyptian students enrolled in primary schools in all governorates. Medical teams will visit schools throughout the academic year to carry…

Egypt’s long-running dispute with Ethiopia over the Nile River remains a major national concern. However, experts say the issue is now part of a wider security challenge across the Horn of Africa. Rising regional tensions have shifted international attention beyond the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, even as Egypt continues to push for a lasting solution. The disagreement centers on Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, also known as the GERD. Egypt believes the project could reduce the amount of Nile water flowing downstream during long periods of drought. The Nile supplies most of Egypt’s fresh water and supports farming, industry, and…

Egypt is expected to become the world’s 11th most populous country by 2050 as its population continues to grow, according to a new report from the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS). The country currently ranks 13th worldwide but is projected to move higher over the next two decades. The report was released to mark World Population Day and examined Egypt’s population trends, growth patterns, and future demographic changes. It showed that Egypt will likely remain the world’s 13th most populous country until 2035 before rising two positions by 2050. Egypt is currently the most populous country in…

Gulf Egypt for Hotels and Tourism has announced a major integrated hospitality project in Sharm El Sheikh as it marks 50 years of operating in Egypt. The new development is expected to strengthen the country’s tourism industry, attract new investment, and support the long-term goals of Egypt Vision 2030. The company said the project will involve investments of more than EGP 20 billion. The large-scale destination is designed to combine luxury hospitality, residential living, wellness, entertainment, and leisure facilities within a single master-planned community. The development will cover about 354,458 square meters and include nearly 750 meters of natural sandy…

Egypt has approved two major Egypt Battery Storage Projects by granting golden licenses to large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) developments. The projects are expected to strengthen the country’s renewable energy sector, attract significant foreign investment, and create more than 3,000 jobs. The Cabinet approved the licenses for projects developed by Nefertiti Energy Storage Batteries Company and Horus Energy Storage Batteries. The approvals allow both companies to move forward with the design, construction, operation, and management of advanced battery energy storage facilities. A golden license is a special investment approval issued by the Egyptian government for strategic projects. It allows…

Egypt has taken another step toward strengthening its environmental and sustainability efforts by hosting a high-level United Nations meeting focused on shaping the Egypt Climate Agenda for 2026. Government officials, United Nations agencies, and national institutions gathered to review progress made during 2025 and approve priorities that will guide climate and sustainable development projects in the coming year. The meeting was organized jointly by Egypt’s Ministry of Local Development and Ministry of Environment under the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF). Participants focused on improving natural resource management, climate adaptation, sustainable urban development, and the transition toward a circular…

The ninth edition of the Cairo International Monodrama Festival will begin on Monday evening at the Cairo Opera House, bringing together theater artists from around the world for a week of performances, workshops, and cultural exchange. The festival will officially open at 8:30 p.m. and continue until July 17 under the theme “From Cairo Creativity Sparks.” The event will feature broad participation from Arab and international theater groups. Organizers say this year’s festival will celebrate creativity while providing a platform for artists to share ideas, develop new skills, and strengthen international cooperation in theater. The opening ceremony will also recognize…

Senior Israeli military officials have held meetings with Egyptian military leaders in Cairo as both countries continue discussions on regional security and the future of Gaza, according to Israeli media reports. The reported meetings took place over two days in the Egyptian capital and were described as part of ongoing strategic consultations between Israel and Egypt. According to the reports, senior military officials from both countries discussed a range of regional issues and explored ways to continue security cooperation. The talks come as international efforts continue to shape the next stage of developments in the Gaza Strip following months of…

Archaeologists have uncovered 18 ancient tombs along Egypt’s northwestern coast, adding new details to the country’s rich history. The discovery includes rare gold amulets known as “golden tongues,” which were placed inside the mouths of the dead during ancient burial rituals. The tombs were found at Marina El Alamein, an archaeological site about 300 kilometers northwest of Cairo. The area was once home to the ancient city of Leukaspis, an important center for trade and cultural exchange during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods. Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities officially announced the discovery after the latest excavation campaign. Officials said…

Egypt has cleared all outstanding payments owed to its oil and gas investment partners, a move the government says is helping restore investor confidence and support higher crude oil production after several years of decline. The announcement was made on Wednesday by Petroleum and Mineral Resources Minister Karim Badawi during a board meeting of the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation held by video conference. Badawi said clearing overdue payments was the ministry’s main goal because it was essential for bringing new investment into Egypt’s oil and gas sector. He said the government spent the past two years reducing the unpaid balance…