Sahar Ragab Omani Ambassador to Cairo and Permanent Delegate to the Arab League, Abdullah Al-Rahbi, patronized an event and workshop on the tourism sector at the embassy’s premises in Cairo, in collaboration with Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism. This initiative aims to strengthen the longstanding relations between Oman and …
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Strengthening Tourism Bonds: Fruitful Meetings Between Venezuelan Ambassador and Egyptian Tourism Leaders
Cairo – By Sahar Rajab In a bid to bolster bilateral relations and boost tourist exchanges between the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Venezuelan Embassy in Cairo hosted a significant meeting that brought together Ambassador Wilmer Omar Barrientos and top executives from major …
Read More »Egyptian Food Exports Surge: 83% Growth to Côte d’Ivoire, Led by Soft Drink Concentrates
Sahar Ragab food exports to Côte d’Ivoire have witnessed an extraordinary 83% growth during the first eight months of 2025, reaching $19.1 million compared to $10.5 million in the same period of 2024, signaling immense potential for Egyptian products in the burgeoning African market. The Export Council for Food …
Read More »Uganda’s Economy at a Crossroads: World Bank Calls for Tax Reforms and Smarter Spending to Sustain Growth
Kampala – Report – Reda Helal: The World Bank has released the 25th edition of the Uganda Economic Update, providing a comprehensive assessment of the country’s economic performance in FY2024/2025 and its prospects as commercial oil production approaches. Strong Growth with Brighter Prospects Ahead According to the report, Uganda’s real …
Read More »Uganda’s Economy at a Crossroads: World Bank Calls for Tax Reforms and Smarter Spending to Sustain Growth
Kampala – Report – Reda Helal: The World Bank has released the 25th edition of the Uganda Economic Update, providing a comprehensive assessment of the country’s economic performance in FY2024/2025 and its prospects as commercial oil production approaches. Strong Growth with Brighter Prospects Ahead According to the report, Uganda’s real …
Read More »African Union Commission Chairperson Congratulates Botswana on Independence Day, Commends Regional and Continental Role
Addis Ababa – Reda Helal The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has extended his warm congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Botswana on the occasion of their Independence Day. The Chairperson emphasized that this day stands as a celebration of …
Read More »OPEC at African Energy Week 2025: Africa’s Oil Demand to Surge, Realistic Energy Pathways Needed
Cape Town – Reda Helal: The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) emphasized Africa’s pivotal role in global energy markets during African Energy Week (AEW) 2025: Invest in African Energies, held in Cape Town. Officials highlighted that Africa is set to witness a major surge in energy demand over …
Read More »World Heart Day 2025: Merck Foundation Empowers 52 Countries with 925 Medical Scholarships
Accra – Reda Helal: The Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, announced the allocation of 925 specialized scholarships for doctors from 52 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The scholarships cover postgraduate diplomas, master’s degrees, and fellowships in Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine, Cardiology, Diabetes, Endocrinology, Clinical Nutrition, …
Read More »Bridging Digital Gaps: A Key Pathway to Global Financial Inclusion
Extended Report on the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) Conference, held on the sidelines of South Africa’s Think 20 Forum Report by Reda Helal The debate around digital payments is no longer confined to technical or economic issues. It has moved to the heart of broader discussions about national …
Read More »Egypt’s Minister of Planning Meets World Bank Officials to Strengthen Partnership and Support Development Plans
Cairo – Reda Helal H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, received Ms. Anshula Kant, Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer of the World Bank Group, at the Ministry’s headquarters in the New Administrative Capital. The meeting was attended by Mr. Stephane Guimbert, World …
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