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Zamalek's New Community Hub Transforms Daily Life for Thousands of Residents

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Zamalek's New Community Hub Transforms Daily Life for Thousands of Residents

A newly opened multi-purpose centre in one of Cairo's most densely populated neighbourhoods is already reshaping how families access essential services and build social connections.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's Transport Future Takes Shape: What Officials and Experts Say About the Coming Infrastructure Rush

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Cairo's Transport Future Takes Shape: What Officials and Experts Say About the Coming Infrastructure Rush

As the city grapples with congestion and aging systems, transport planners outline ambitious plans for metro expansion, ring roads, and new terminals—but challenges remain.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's Waste Crisis Deepens as Officials and Experts Signal New Approach

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Cairo's Waste Crisis Deepens as Officials and Experts Signal New Approach

With landfill capacity shrinking and congestion worsening, local leaders outline plans for waste management overhaul across the capital's districts.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

As Cairo Grapples With Housing Crisis, How Does It Compare to Global Peers?

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As Cairo Grapples With Housing Crisis, How Does It Compare to Global Peers?

While cities worldwide pivot to mixed-use development and affordability measures, Egypt's capital relies on traditional expansion—revealing stark contrasts in urban planning strategy.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's University Enrollment Crisis: What the Numbers Reveal About Egypt's Education Squeeze

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Cairo's University Enrollment Crisis: What the Numbers Reveal About Egypt's Education Squeeze

New data from Egypt's higher education ministry shows enrollment rates have stalled while costs continue climbing, forcing thousands of students into informal education channels.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's Safety Crisis: What Police Chiefs, Security Experts and City Officials Are Warning About

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Cairo's Safety Crisis: What Police Chiefs, Security Experts and City Officials Are Warning About

As crime rates shift across the capital's neighbourhoods, senior officials and experts are sounding the alarm on enforcement gaps and calling for urgent resource increases.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

How Cairo's Transport Crisis Led to Today's Mega-Projects: The Long Road to Reconstruction

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How Cairo's Transport Crisis Led to Today's Mega-Projects: The Long Road to Reconstruction

Decades of congestion, flooding, and aging infrastructure have forced the government's hand in reimagining the capital's mobility networks.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's New Transport Plan Could Cut Commute Times in Half—Here's What It Means for Your Daily Grind

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Cairo's New Transport Plan Could Cut Commute Times in Half—Here's What It Means for Your Daily Grind

The governorate's ambitious infrastructure overhaul promises relief for millions of residents, but implementation challenges loom large.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

From Transit Hub to Home: How Cairo Became a Global Crossroads for Migrants and Asylum Seekers

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From Transit Hub to Home: How Cairo Became a Global Crossroads for Migrants and Asylum Seekers

Decades of geopolitical upheaval across the Middle East and Africa have transformed Egypt's capital into a critical refuge, reshaping neighbourhoods and challenging the city's infrastructure.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's Housing Crisis: The Decades of Decisions That Led Us Here

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Cairo's Housing Crisis: The Decades of Decisions That Led Us Here

From Nasser's ambitious apartment blocks to Mubarak-era speculative developments, understanding how policy choices shaped today's unaffordable metropolis.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Egypt's Education Crisis Demands 'Urgent Systemic Reform,' Officials Warn as University Enrollment Surge Strains Resources

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Egypt's Education Crisis Demands 'Urgent Systemic Reform,' Officials Warn as University Enrollment Surge Strains Resources

Senior government figures and academic leaders call for comprehensive restructuring as Cairo's universities face unprecedented pressure from record student numbers.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Behind the Statistics: What Cairo Residents Really Think About Crime and Police Response

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Behind the Statistics: What Cairo Residents Really Think About Crime and Police Response

As reported incidents in downtown neighbourhoods rise, residents of Garden City and Zamalek share their daily anxieties and calls for reform.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's Environmental Officials Chart Bold Path Forward as Experts Warn of Urgent Action Needed

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Cairo's Environmental Officials Chart Bold Path Forward as Experts Warn of Urgent Action Needed

Senior government figures and sustainability leaders outline ambitious plans to tackle air pollution and waste management across Egypt's sprawling capital.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's Housing Crisis by the Numbers: What the Data Reveals About New Urban Policies

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Cairo's Housing Crisis by the Numbers: What the Data Reveals About New Urban Policies

As the government unveils ambitious planning reforms, fresh statistics expose the scale of the affordability gap and who bears the cost of Egypt's rapid urbanisation.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's Community Resilience Model: How Local Neighbourhoods Compare to Global Peers in Crisis Response

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Cairo's Community Resilience Model: How Local Neighbourhoods Compare to Global Peers in Crisis Response

As neighbourhoods worldwide grapple with disease prevention and social cohesion, Cairo's informal district networks offer lessons in grassroots coordination that rival formal systems.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's Emergency Response: How Egypt's Capital Stacks Up Against Global Cities

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Cairo's Emergency Response: How Egypt's Capital Stacks Up Against Global Cities

As Cairo faces mounting pressure to modernise its public safety infrastructure, experts say the city lags behind peer metropolises in coordination and technology—but recent reforms show promise.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo Council Approves Major Transit Plan as Officials Clash Over Downtown Zoning

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Cairo Council Approves Major Transit Plan as Officials Clash Over Downtown Zoning

This week's heated governance sessions brought infrastructure victories and contentious debates that could reshape the capital's urban landscape.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

Cairo's Infrastructure Push: What Officials and Transport Experts Are Saying About the Road Ahead

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Cairo's Infrastructure Push: What Officials and Transport Experts Are Saying About the Road Ahead

As the capital grapples with congestion and aging transit networks, decision-makers outline competing visions for modernising mobility across Greater Cairo.

By Cairo News Desk · 29 June 2026

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