Abuja —  In northern Malawi, Suteny Williams Nsamba is struggling to buy fertilizer for his small farm, where he grows corn, groundnuts and tobacco. The war in Iran sent living costs soaring, and he warns if shipping disruption continues into Malawi’s crop-growing season in November, a “devastating low yield” is inevitable. “The prices of many commodities …
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Rome —  On Monday, Pope Leo XIV’s is setting off on a long Africa trip, the first of his papacy to bear a clear personal stamp. Between April 13-23, the pope will travel to four countries, crisscrossing a continent pivotal to the 21st-century church he leads. Christian-Muslim relations will be high on his agenda. It’s a …
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High-level delegations from the United States and Iran arrived in Islamabad on Saturday to begin talks aimed at ending the conflict between the two sides, following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire. The US delegation, led by Vice President J.D. Vance, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner, was received upon arrival by Deputy Prime […]
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The fashion retail landscape in Egypt has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. As digital platforms continue to reshape consumer behavior, shoppers are increasingly turning to online stores that offer convenience, variety, and access to global trends. In this evolving environment, JLOOD has emerged as a leading Egyptian online fashion destination, combining international brands […]
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A wave of viral  TikTok videos has sparked a heated debate in Egypt: are women getting a worse financial deal in modern marriage? From complaints about splitting expenses 50/50 to frustration over disappearing dowries, the conversation has struck a nerve. But beneath the viral takes lies a more complicated reality, one that sits at the blurry intersection of culture, religion, and economic pressure. The “Deal” Everyone Thinks They Understand Traditionally, Egyptian marriages are often described as straightforward: the man provides, the woman receives. The groom is expected to secure the apartment, furnish it, pay for gold (the shabka), and cover wedding expenses. In return, the bride brings her gehaz (equipment), a term that sounds simple but, in practice, is anything but. The gehaz is not symbolic. It is extensive, including every item that goes into setting up a household’s daily life, especially in the kitchen, such as pots, pans, plates, cutlery, appliances, linens, and more. In many cases, it represents a significant financial burden on the bride’s family. In reality, there is no single model. In some families, costs are split differently: the woman’s family may purchase appliances while theContinue reading "Are Egyptian Women Losing Out on Marriage Compared to Other Muslim Countries? TikTok Thinks So"
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Trigger Warning: This article contains references to suicide and a fatal incident that may be distressing to some readers. Egypt’s National Council for Childhood and Motherhood has announced that support is being provided to two children following a fatal incident involving their mother in Alexandria, according to a statement released on Sunday 12 April. The incident, which is currently under investigation, involved the death of a woman after reports of a livestream from a residential building. Security forces said the scene was secured, with the body transferred for examination as authorities review the circumstances surrounding the case. In response, the council’s president, Sahar El-Sonbaty, directed the Child Rescue team to take immediate action to support the two girls, who were left in vulnerable circumstances following the incident. Officials said the children will receive psychological and social support, with their situation being monitored in coordination with their family to ensure a safe and stable environment. The council also urged the public and media outlets to refrain from sharing any videos or images related to the incident, warning of the potential psychological harm such content could have on the children and theirContinue reading "Authorities Respond to Alexandria Incident, Support Provided to Two Children"
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Egypt's Minister of Youth and Sports Ashraf Sobhy mediated a breakthrough agreement on Monday between the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) and the Union of African Sports Confederations (UCSA), ending a long-standing dispute between the continent's two main sports (...)

Germany ranked seventh in the European Union for labour costs in 2024, with enterprises in manufacturing and services paying an average of €43.40 per hour worked, according to the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis).
This figure was about 30 per cent higher than the EU average of €33.50, (...)

Saudi Arabia has fully restored oil pumping capacity through its East-West pipeline, which holds a total capacity of 7 million barrels per day (mmbbl/d). The East-West pipeline is a critical strategic asset, serving as Saudi Arabia’s primary export artery while the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. By transporting crude from the eastern fields to the […]
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South Korea is close to securing crude oil supplies from Kazakhstan, as Seoul steps up efforts to diversify energy sources amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the country’s industry minister announced, according to Reuters. Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan indicated that negotiations had made significant progress, adding that specific volumes and further details were expected to […]
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