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et guide: 5 prohibited activities in nature reserves lead to fine, imprisonment

Mon, 25 May 2026 - 10:24 GMT

Hunting, killing, or disturbing wild or marine animals is strictly prohibited.

Egypt declares paid holiday on Thursday May 7 for Labor Day

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 - 02:27 GMT

The decision applies to employees in ministries, government agencies, public authorities, local administration units, public sector companies, public business sector companies, and private sector companies, the Cabinet said on Wednesday.

Eid in Egypt: flowers from police, smiles in the streets, and messages of support for President El-Sisi

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 - 11:39 GMT

Eid scenes across Egypt featured flowers, family outings, and messages of support for the president as crowds filled public squares.

Egypt raises maximum alert for Eid Al-Fitr amid rain, flood forecasts

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 - 12:29 GMT

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has instructed all relevant government agencies to raise their state of alert to the highest level to handle any potential crises during the upcoming Eid Al-Fitr holiday, amid forecasts of rain and floods in some areas.

Gov't announces preparations to ensure order, safety in Eid holidays

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 - 11:14 GMT

The exceptional closing time for shops and malls will remain at 2:00 AM, while delivery services will be permitted to operate around the clock.

Egypt announces November 1 paid holiday marking official opening of Grand Egyptian Museum

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 - 12:49 GMT

This decision comes in accordance with the directives of President El-Sisi to facilitate the smooth organization and movement of foreign delegations participating in the grand celebration of the museum’s opening. The event is expected to draw numerous kings, heads of state, and high-level officials from around the world, along with prominent international figures.

Egypt declares public holiday on Oct. 9 to mark 52nd anniversary of October war victory

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 - 08:31 GMT

The Central Bank of Egypt confirmed that all banks nationwide will also suspend operations on 9 October, with normal working hours resuming on Sunday, 12 October.

Private sector receives official paid holiday Thursday marking June 30 Revolution anniv.

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 - 10:16 GMT

Private sector workers will receive an official paid holiday tomorrow, Thursday, July 3, 2025, on the occasion of the June 30 Revolution anniversary, instead of the previous Monday, June 30, 2025.

Madbouly: Saturday is fully-paid holiday to mark January 25 revolution anniversary, Police Day

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 - 12:53 GMT

Madbouly added that exams will not be affected by the holiday, and will continue normally if there are any exams coincided with the date of the holiday.

Egypt's central bank announces Easter, Sham El-Nessim holidays

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 - 03:30 GMT

The Central Bank said that work in banks will resume on the morning of Tuesday, April 18th.

Egypt's central bank, EGX announces 5-day holiday for Eid Al-Adha

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 - 04:06 GMT

Trading will resume on Sunday, July 17, according to the EGX statement.

Egyptian PM designates July 9-14 as Eid Al Adha holiday

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 - 12:10 GMT

Nevertheless, the decree asserts that the decision does not apply to high school exams scheduled during that period.

Egypt introduces 1st ever beach for disabled in Alexandria

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 - 02:41 GMT

Another is being prepared.

Egypt's banks, stock market off on Thursday for January 25 Revolution, Police Day

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 - 10:18 GMT

Trading will be resumed on Sunday 30th of January 2022, according to the EGX.

Egypt's banks, stock market off on Thursday for Eastern Christmas

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 - 11:47 GMT

The stock market will also be closed on the same day.

Le Méridien Cairo Airport Invites Travellers to Sip, Sway, and Savour the Journey of Travel with La Fête By Le Meridien

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 - 01:30 GMT

This holiday season, Paris-born Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts is inviting guests to sip, sway and savour the journey of travel with La Fête by Le Méridien

CBE, EGX announces Thursday as official holiday

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 - 06:10 GMT

Fridays and Saturdays are official weekly holidays for EGX and CBE. Trading will be resumed on Sunday, October 10.

EGX announces Eid Al-Adha, July 23 holiday

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 - 03:30 GMT

A statement issued, Thursday, stated that work will resume on Sunday, July 25.

CBE announces 4-day holiday for Eid Al-Adha

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 - 03:36 GMT

A statement issued, Wednesday, stated that the holiday will end on Thursday, July 22, and work will resume on Sunday, July 25.

Egyptian Cabinet announces 19-24 July paid holidays on Eid Al-Adha

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 - 08:17 GMT

The decision is applied for employees at ministries, governmental institutions, public authorities, local administration units, public sector companies and public business sector companies.

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