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Egyptian police have arrested the owner of a private school in Cairo over allegations that parents’ personal data was used to obtain education loans without their consent. The case came to light after parents filed complaints and raised concerns about the use of their identity documents. The school is in Cairo’s First Settlement district. Five parents filed a formal complaint on August 19, according to the Interior Ministry. They said the school administration had used their details, along with information from other parents, to seek loans from a consumer finance company. Police said copies of national identity cards were allegedly…

Egypt is facing another spell of very hot weather, with a heat wave set to affect Cairo and much of the country this week. The warning came on Tuesday, August 25, as the Egyptian Meteorological Authority said heat and humidity would stay high through Thursday. In Cairo, daytime temperatures are expected to reach 37 to 38 degrees Celsius. High humidity may make the weather feel about two degrees hotter during the busiest hours. The mix of heat and moisture can make outdoor work and travel harder, especially in the middle of the day. Most parts of Egypt will have very…

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has defended an agreement with the United States, calling it the best option for protecting Iran’s national interests and economy as tensions between the two countries remain high. In a speech published by Iran’s official news agency on Sunday, Pezeshkian rejected claims that the agreement would mean surrender. He said the Supreme National Security Council had reviewed the deal and viewed it as the best possible choice based on national interest, wisdom and dignity. Pezeshkian said the agreement does not force Iran to give up its rights. He also said his government would follow policies set…

Egypt is strengthening its role as a regional business and investment hub as Gulf firms and global investors look for new places to expand. The country is drawing attention not only as a large market but also as a base for digital services, regional work and back office operations. Mohamed Awaad, Egypt Corporate Agent at Ziada DC in the UAE, said investor interest in Egypt is changing. Companies are now looking at the country for long term business needs. They are also exploring Egypt as a base for services that can support markets across the region. Gulf investment is one…

Cairo is facing another hot and humid day as Egypt moves into the final part of August. Weather experts expect hot and humid air across most parts of the country on Sunday, 23 August. The Egyptian capital is set to reach a high of 35°C. The night will be cooler, with a low near 25°C. Even so, humidity will make the air feel warmer and less comfortable. The heat will not be the same across all of Egypt. South Sinai and the south of the country are expected to face much hotter weather during the day. Other parts of the…

Egypt is stepping up its push for peace as tensions between the United States and Iran remain high. Cairo is seeking a way to bring both sides back to talks. The effort comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains at the heart of a wider regional crisis. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday. The two men discussed the latest events in the region. They also looked at ways to lower tensions and return to talks. The call took place as Iran and the United States faced a deep dispute over the Strait…

Egypt has launched a new artificial intelligence platform built to understand Egyptian Arabic and Modern Standard Arabic. The platform, called BelMasry, is being offered free to the public during its pilot launch. The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology announced the platform as part of Egypt’s wider push to build local AI tools. It was developed by the Applied Innovation Center within the ministry. BelMasry is designed to deal with a problem that many AI systems face. Egyptian Arabic can differ greatly from formal Arabic. Local words, accents and expressions can also make speech harder for digital systems to understand.…

Egypt is stepping up efforts to secure the release of eight Egyptian sailors who were kidnapped off the coast of Somalia. Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said Cairo is working hard to bring the sailors home safely. The case has become a key concern for Egypt as the government seeks more information about the sailors and their condition. Abdelatty said Egypt is using all available channels to support efforts for their release. The eight Egyptians were taken after an incident off Somalia. Their capture has raised fresh concerns about the safety of crews working in waters near the Horn of Africa.…

Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas are preparing to hold new talks in Cairo next week in an effort to revive dialogue and address long-standing political divisions that have shaped Palestinian politics for nearly two decades. Sources familiar with the preparations said delegations from both groups are expected to meet in the Egyptian capital on Monday. The discussions come after months of contacts aimed at restoring communication and exploring ways to strengthen cooperation between the rival factions. The planned meeting takes place at a critical moment for Palestinian politics. Leaders are facing growing challenges linked to the situation in Gaza, regional…

Egypt has highlighted its commitment to supporting development across Africa as Tanzania prepares to officially inaugurate the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project, one of the continent’s largest energy infrastructure developments. Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly made the remarks during a visit to Tanzania ahead of the project’s official opening. The hydropower facility was constructed by a consortium of Egyptian companies and is expected to play a major role in strengthening Tanzania’s electricity supply. According to Egyptian officials, the project demonstrates the capability of Egyptian firms to deliver large-scale infrastructure developments beyond their national borders. The project was carried out by a…