Society
Egypt loses Ramadan joy after political unrest
July 13, 2013
Egypt loses Ramadan joy after political unrest
Ramadan is a time of festive celebrations, when rows of fanous lanterns light up the streets and a feeling of…
Ramadan Fanous, an old tradition that never dies
July 9, 2013
Ramadan Fanous, an old tradition that never dies
Everything is falling into place. The flashing, shimmering, colours of authentic lanterns light up the night, numerous strands of paper…
Final Issue: Lifestyle reporting tends to revolve around class
April 25, 2013
Final Issue: Lifestyle reporting tends to revolve around class
This piece was written for Egypt Independent’s final weekly print edition, which was banned from going to press. We offer you…
Final Issue: Five signs it may be time to end a relationship
April 25, 2013
Final Issue: Five signs it may be time to end a relationship
This piece was written for Egypt Independent’s final weekly print edition, which was banned from going to press. We offer you…
Power up: Electric generator sales are on the rise
April 21, 2013
Power up: Electric generator sales are on the rise
With news about future power cuts mounting and rumors of three- and four-hour-long power cuts in Cairo this summer, electric…
A natural remedy: Head to a spa or massage parlor to relieve your stress
April 14, 2013
A natural remedy: Head to a spa or massage parlor to relieve your stress
Just as fast as restaurants are opening in Zamalek, yoga, meditation and massage centers are picking up in popularity acorss…
Something for everyone: Cairo Flea Market is gaining in popularity
April 4, 2013
Something for everyone: Cairo Flea Market is gaining in popularity
The Cairo Flea Market is becoming an increasingly popular destination for those seeking to buy secondhand items and hidden treasures.…
Walking group discovers city’s lesser-known sites
April 1, 2013
Walking group discovers city’s lesser-known sites
It’s 10 am Friday and Tahrir Square is quiet and empty. A bit further from the square, in downtown Cairo,…
Women only: Will a segregated transport system solve or perpetuate the problem?
March 28, 2013
Women only: Will a segregated transport system solve or perpetuate the problem?
“Women only,” a driver’s assistant calls out loudly, while expertly hanging out the door of a microbus on the corner…
Style Treasure celebrates Mother’s Day
March 21, 2013
Style Treasure celebrates Mother’s Day
Last Saturday, a team from the online boutique Style Treasure celebrated Mother’s Day at Sofitel Cairo El Gezira Hotel with…