Sayed Darwish was an Egyptian singer-composer, known as the father of modern Egyptian popular music. He blended folk, patriotic themes, and Western harmony, significantly impacting Egypt’s music. Sayed Darwish’s Alexandria Home Is Getting Turned Into Museum! In Alexandria’s Kom El-Dikka district, where iconic composer Sayed Darwish was born, a grassroots initiative is turning the remains
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An Egyptian pioneer of Arab female journalism and a patron of the Arab female press — Rose ElYoussef was not just a legend, but she stole our hearts throughout her life journey. Who is Rose ElYoussef? Fatma ElYoussef — also known as Rose ElYoussef, was born in Lebanon in 1898. Rose was an Egyptian journalist
Get ready, film lovers! MedFest Egypt is back, and this year, it’s all about Transitions! Mark your calendars because from September 18-22, the AUC Tahrir Campus will be the hotspot for cinema that dives deep into life’s pivotal moments. What’s the Theme This Year? Transitions—those life-altering shifts that shape who we are. Whether it’s navigating
Valentine’s Day, celebrated annually on February 14, is more than just a day for chocolates and roses—it has a deep and complex history that intertwines ancient traditions, religious significance, and cultural evolution. Let’s take a closer look at how this day became the global celebration of love that we know today. The Origins: Saint Valentine
The Feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, also known as the Feast of the Meeting or the Purification Feast, is one of the minor Lord’s feasts in the Coptic Orthodox Church. Celebrated annually on February 15 (8 Amshir in the Coptic calendar), this day commemorates the event described in the Gospel of
The recent passing of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV has sparked curiosity, especially about his burial in Aswan, Egypt. Many are wondering: Who was he? Why is he being buried in Aswan? What is his family’s connection to Egypt? In this article, we break down everything you need to know about the Aga Khan legacy,
Imagine Cairo in the ‘90s: bustling streets, neon-lit kiosks, timeless architecture, and a city pulsating with life. Now, you don’t have to imagine—it’s all coming to life at Cairo – 12/4/1990, an exhibition paying tribute to the legacy of renowned Egyptian photojournalist Mohamed Hegazy. This must-see showcase will be hosted at The Living Room Gallery
Renowned author Rim Mourad has launched her latest novel, “I Belong To You” (Elayaka Antamy), at the ongoing Cairo International Book Fair (January 23 – February 5). This marks Mourad’s fourth book and her second novel following the success of her critically acclaimed debut novel “Invasion” (Igtiyah).“I Belong To You” is a thought-provoking exploration of
Director Amjad Al-Rasheed’s Jordanian film “Inshallah a Boy” is to take part in the official competition of Duhok International Film Festival, as part of the international competition for feature films with 8 films from 9 countries from across the world between (9-16) December. The festival is held in Duhok, Kurdistan, Iraq, and presents new and
Get ready for a cultural journey through the heart of Downtown Cairo as Literature Night Downtown 2024 takes center stage on November 20, 2024. This unique event celebrates contemporary European literature, offering a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of multilingual storytelling in an iconic urban setting. Organized by the Czech Centres since 2006, this
Front Row Filmed Entertainment and Cairo International Film Festival are proud to announce the premiere of the newly restored 4K version of the classic film Lion of the Desert (1981), directed by Moustapha Akkad, on November 15 and 17. This screening spotlights a film that has stood the test of time and remains profoundly relevant
The “Cairo Calling” program will kick off on Thursday, November 7, as part of the 12th edition of the Downtown Contemporary Arts Festival (D-CAF). The festival, which began on October 17 and runs through November 10, features eight standout performances by Egyptian and Arab artists. The lineup includes: “Nazar” by Lara Kobeissi (Lebanon/UK), “What if
UN-Habitat is pleased to announce the start of Cairo Urban Week, with the opening of the Urban Spaces of Cairo: Past, Present, and Future exhibition, hosted at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) in collaboration with Legacy Development and Management, Operator of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Launching on November 1, 2024, and running until November 16,
