More than war; traffic-related deaths exceed armed conflict
CAIRO: Do you leave Heliopolis at 2:30 p.m. to make a 3 p.m. appointment downtown, only to arrive 15 minutes late cursing the slow drivers and dilapidated cars that caused…
Newly observed patriotism
CAIRO: Everyone is talking about the thousands at Cairo International Stadium that cheered on the national team during the African Cup of Nations: they were organized and enthusiastic even though…
The PR prerogative
CAIRO: In the aftermath of a progressive government and a growing economy, Egypt is witnessing the entrance of a slew of multinationals and local businesses with a modern outlook, to…
Controversial poll delay approved by parliament
CAIRO: The Egyptian parliament has approved a two-year postponement of municipal polls despite fierce objections from opposition Islamists and the United States, lawmakers said Wednesday.The postponement of the municipal polls,…
Salve for Muslim wounds
CAIRO: European Union Foreign Policy Chief Javier Solana said in his last press conference in while in Egypt late Tuesday that his visit to Cairo had cleared up many misunderstandings,…
Hamas should not rush to recognize Israel as a way out of impasse, says Palestinian official
CAIRO: A senior Fatah official said Wednesday that the Palestinian militant movement Hamas does not need to recognize Israel immediately as a condition for forming a government, hinting it could…
OCI details rights issue
CAIRO: Orascom Construction Industries (OCI) said on Wednesday it was offering existing shareholders 11.5 million new shares at a price of LE 201 ($35.08) per share.The offer works out at…
Egypt and Nigeria big movers after African Cup of Nations
ZURICH, Switzerland: Egypt has reached its highest position in world football in eight years on the back of its fifth African Cup of Nations title in FIFA s monthly world…
Poverty rampant in rural areas, says new report
CAIRO: The rich-poor divide in Egypt remains significant, especially in rural areas, according to the UN and government ministries."Improvements in the gap between rich and poor are marginal, noted Khaled…
Taking back the roads
CAIRO: Proving that saving lives is a serious part of their business, British Gas (BG), one of the leading gas companies in Egypt with over $4 billion worth of investments,…
