In recent years, Egypt’s hospitality sector has been trying to re-emerge as a vital driver of economic growth, offering immense potential to revitalize the country’s economy. With its rich history, cultural heritage, and diverse attractions, Egypt possesses a wealth of opportunities to harness the power of tourism and hospitality. In the early 2000s, Egypt’s hospitality […]
A few weeks ago, what has become known in Egypt as Sahel season has concluded. The three months of summer are when those who own properties along Egypt’s North Coast bid the city a temporary farewell, spending the hot months along the coast’s renowned sandy beaches and pristine waters. The weather, however, isn’t the only
At the beginning of 2020, Egypt’s economy was booming at an impressive pace; a comprehensive economic reform program, backed by a USD 12 billion dollar IMF loan, had catapulted the economy into being the most attractive country for foreign direct investment in MENA by the end of 2019. Foreign reserves peaked at USD 45.2 billion;
“Together we can through volunteering” is the theme of International Volunteer Day 2020. The day was celebrated around the world on December 5th, with a blue heart emoji to “convey a positive feeling, solidarity and compassion for volunteers.” A very recent paper entitled “Volunteering Practices in the Twenty-First Century” commissioned by the Plan of Action
A short drive around just a few of New Cairo’s main causeways will show no shortage of street carts selling a variety of foods and beverages. While such sights are an inextricable part of the urban fabric of Egypt’s towns and cities, their presence in relatively new desert satellite cities such as New Cairo still
The Senefru Bint Pyramid in Dahshour was opened after restoration to the public for the first time ever on Saturday. Egypt’s Minister of Antiquities Khaled El-Enany and foreign and African ambassadors to Egypt from 40 countries attended the inauguration yesterday. According to reports by the World Heritage Convention, which are submitted to the UNESCO, the
Egypt has long been known for its reliance on tourism as one of its economic engines; thus, improving the cash-generating sector is a catalyst for sustainable development. Having been in the rocks for nine years now, the tourism sector, however, still outperforms other sectors in terms of GDP contribution. According to Minister of Tourism Rania
As on-demand economies continue to rapidly catch on and revolutionize the lives of billions, online food ordering platforms are believed to have drastically transformed the hospitality and restaurant sector like no other, beguiling hungry diners and eateries alike. In Egypt, and amid the country’s rising online penetration, third-party digital platforms have become an essential component
