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Egypt’s Public Prosecution hands over gold bullions to CBE, 1.2 tons of silver to Ministry of Finance

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 - 09:52 GMT

The Public Prosecutor also reviewed progress in the management of impounded vehicles, highlighting upgrades to storage facilities and efforts to eliminate overcrowding. These measures have enabled the return of a large number of vehicles to their owners and the full clearance of the 15th of May area [commonly known as the “Graveyard of Vehicles”] after decades of congestion. Several other sites across the country have also been cleared to make way for redevelopment projects.

Gold pound holds near record highs in Egypt as Fed pauses, safe-haven demand lifts bullion

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 - 08:32 GMT

Egypt’s gold pound holds near record highs at EGP 56,600 as Fed pauses and safe-haven demand boosts bullion.

Thieves behind stealing, melting ancient Egyptian gold bracelet to be detained for 15 days pending investigation

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 - 09:41 GMT

The Qasr El-Nile Court's prosecutor decided to renew the detention of a restoration specialist at the Egyptian Museum and others accused of stealing an ancient bracelet from the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir for 15 days pending investigation.

Priceless ancient bracelet stolen from Egyptian Museum melted down for gold: Interior ministry

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 - 02:57 GMT

The bracelet vanished from a secure iron safe inside the museum's restoration laboratory, the ministry said in a statement.

Egyptian Border Guards thwart smuggling attempts, illegal gold mining

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 - 12:05 GMT

The Egyptian Armed Forces released Sunday a statement highlighting the smuggling attempts thwarted by Border Guards on all strategic fronts.

Egypt's aims to boost mining sector contribution to 5-6% of GDP on medium term: Petroleum Minister

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 - 03:53 GMT

The minister emphasized Egypt’s goal to transform its mining sector, noting its current contribution of approximately 1 percent to the national GDP

Canada’s Aton Resources to build new gold processing plant in Egypt

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 - 11:06 GMT

The plant aims to process gold from the company’s recently discovered commercial deposits at the Hamama and West Rodruin sites.

Total net assets of Egypt’s gold investment funds have grown substantially: FRA chairperson

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 - 11:27 GMT

As of August 2024, the total net assets of gold investment funds have significantly increased compared to July, marking a positive trend for funds AZ-Gold, Evolve Gold, and Dahab fund, according to a report presented by Mohamed Farid Saleh, Chairman of FRA

Number of Egyptian citizens investing in gold funds surges to 108,808 clients

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 - 10:24 GMT

The report highlights that the first Egyptian gold investment fund, known as the AZ-Gold fund and managed by Azimut Egypt Fund and Portfolio Management Company, was launched in May 2023.

Local jewelry and bullion appetite drops by 17% in Q1 2024, World Gold Council

Wed, 01 May 2024 - 03:43 GMT

Demand for jewelry and bullion in Egypt experienced a significant decline of 17 percent during the first quarter of 2024, falling to 13.2 tons from the 15.8 tons recorded in Q1 2023

Egypt's customs duty-free imports of gold reach 4.6 tons

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 - 12:31 GMT

This announcement came after the government's decision in May 2023 to exempt customs taxes and other fees on imports of gold in semi-finished forms, specifically those intended for monetary circulation, jewelry, and precious metal components.

World Gold Council confident in Egyptian gold market as a significant regional market

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 04:50 GMT

Highlighting the exceptional quality and esteemed reputation of Egyptian gold artifacts, Naylor stressed on increasing collaborative efforts aimed at bolstering the Egyptian market and exchanging expertise to enhance its standing

Egypt receives 4 offers to explore for gold near Sukari mine

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 02:58 GMT

Egypt is actively seeking to boost investments in its mining sector, with a specific focus on gold. The country aims to invest one billion dollars in the mining sector by 2030.

Egypt, Geotech sign agreement for gold exploration using helicopter-borne aircraft

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 - 04:22 GMT

The project will utilize one of the working models in the company's AS350 aircraft fleet, employing "HELICOPTER-BORNE MAGNETICS (STINGER) and RADIOMETRIC" technology.

Shalateen Mineral Resources Company increases gold deposits to CBE by 14%

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 - 04:21 GMT

The company announced that it will deliver a ton of gold with a purity of 99.9 percent by the end of this year

Egyptian travelers bring over 3.8 tons of customs-free gold to Egypt in 8 months

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 - 03:00 GMT

This came in line with Cabinet decisions, which exempted travelers from paying customs duties and other associated charges, excluding the value-added tax (VAT). The cabinet gave its approval in May to a proposal that introduced an exemption for individuals who bring gold into the country

Gold prices record historic highs: Understanding Egypt’s gold prices rollercoaster

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 - 02:03 GMT

The price of gold increased by almost 13.1 percent during 2023 and recorded its highest historical level last December 3 for $2,146.79 for an ounce, according to American Bullion

AHK Gold Company initiates drilling operations in Egypt's Wadi Dabur region

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 - 12:37 GMT

Egyptian businessman, Naguib Sawiris announced, through a tweet on X, that the initial drilling aims to cover 10,000 meters within two months, with the potential for expansion based on anticipated results.

Egypt launches its first gold bar ATM machine

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 - 04:11 GMT

Al Moselhi revealed that the government is actively working towards positioning Egypt as a prominent exporter of gold to Gulf countries, Italy, and Africa.

EMRA, Canadian Lotus to explore gold with investments of $2.5M

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 - 01:34 GMT

Lotus Gold Corporation won two rounds of a gold exploration tender conducted by EMRA in 2020 and 2021 for exploration concessions

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