A tax on sugary drinks in Egypt could reduce disease and save US$1.8 billion in healthcare costs: modelling study
Based on our modelling we recommend that governments in Egypt and across Africa increase taxes on sugary drinks.
Traditional Music Shapes Egypt’s Cultural Identity
On a Cairo evening, the sound of the oud drifts through narrow alleyways, mingling with the steady beat of the tabla and the plaintive rise of the violin. These instruments, central to Egypt’s musical heritage, carry more than melody. They hold centu
Egypt’s Festivals Celebrate History and Community
In Egypt, the calendar is punctuated by festivals that weave together the country’s ancient heritage and its enduring sense of community. From modern cultural gatherings in the capital to age-old traditions in rural towns, these events reveal a socie
Handcrafted Textiles Keep Egypt’s Heritage Alive
In the narrow alleys of Cairo’s Khan el-Khalili bazaar, bolts of fabric hang from shopfronts in a cascade of color—deep indigos, sun-bleached ochres, and silks threaded with metallic shimmer. Vendors call out to passersby, the sound of their voices m
Egypt needs more drinkable water – how windy coastal resorts could help
Thokozani Majozi , University of the Witwatersrand - Egypt is facing a growing water crisis due to its arid climate , limited water resources , and rapidly increasing population. The country of 114 million people depends heavily on the longest river
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A tax on sugary drinks in Egypt could reduce disease and save US$1.8 billion in healthcare costs: modelling study
Based on our modelling we recommend that governments in Egypt and across Africa increase taxes on sugary drinks.…
Rising Egyptian Artists Gain Global Recognition
In Cairo’s bustling art districts, a new generation of Egyptian artists is redefining the country’s cultural landscape. Their work, rooted in heritage…
Handcrafted Textiles Keep Egypt’s Heritage Alive
In the narrow alleys of Cairo’s Khan el-Khalili bazaar, bolts of fabric hang from shopfronts in a cascade of color—deep indigos, sun-bleached ochres, and silks threaded with metallic shimmer. Vendors call out to passersb…

Traditional Music Shapes Egypt’s Cultural Identity
On a Cairo evening, the sound of the oud drifts through narrow alleyways, mingling with the steady beat of the tabla and the plaintive rise of the vio…
Egypt needs more drinkable water – how windy coastal resorts could help
Thokozani Majozi , University of the Witwatersrand - Egypt is facing a growing water crisis due to its arid climate , limited water resources , and ra…

Cairo’s Street Food Scene Highlights Egyptian Flavors
On a warm evening in downtown Cairo, the air is thick with the scent of sizzling meat, frying onions, and freshly baked bread. Vendors line the streets, their carts lit by bare bulbs, drawing clusters of families, office…
Egyptian Dance: A Blend of Tradition and Innovation
In the heart of Cairo, as the oud strums and the darbuka beats quicken, dancers step into a rhythm that has echoed across centuries. Egyptian dance—kn…
Ancient Egyptian Art Inspires Modern Creativity
In museums across Cairo, from the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square to the halls of Luxor’s temples, the art of ancient Egypt continues to draw fascina…
Egypt’s Festivals Celebrate History and Community
In Egypt, the calendar is punctuated by festivals that weave together the country’s ancient heritage and its enduring sense of community. From modern cultural gatherings in the capital to age-old traditions in rural town…



