Minister of Local Development Directs Emergency Drills and Reviews of Flood Channels Across Governorates

Local Development Minister Orders Emergency Drills and Flood Channel Inspections Across Governorates

19 October 2026

Dr. Manal Awad, Minister of Local Development and Environment, directed governorates to take all necessary proactive measures to prepare for the 2026/2027 heavy rainfall and flood season and review plans and scenarios for addressing potential risks.

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19 October 2026


Cairo Governor announces completion of tree planting at Al-Amal Square Park in Nasr City

Cairo Governor Dr. Ibrahim Saber confirmed the completion of tree planting at Al-Amal Square Park, located on the island between Gardinia and Al-Amal City in the East Nasr City district.

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19 October 2026


Today's weather will be somewhat hot during day, Low of 17°C in Cairo

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority announced warm autumn weather during the day across northern Egypt, Greater Cairo, and North Upper Egypt, hot weather in South Upper Egypt, and cool temperatures at night.

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19 October 2026


Youth Ministry Opens Applications for Talent Auditions for Sixth “Qaderoon Bekhtelaf” Edition

The Ministry of Youth and Sports, in cooperation with the Ministry of Social Solidarity and the Egyptian Sports Federation for Intellectual Disabilities, has announced the opening of applications to participate in auditions for the sixth edition of the “Qaderoon Bekhtelaf”.

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18 October 2026


Cairo Governor attends opening session of Media Literacy Conference

Cairo Governor Dr. Ibrahim Saber attended the opening session of the third Conference on Media and Information Literacy and Global Understanding, held under the theme “Peace for All.” The event is part of UNESCO’s Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2026.

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18 October 2026


Egyptian Banks Offer Free Banking Services Until October 31

Banks operating in Egypt continue to offer a range of free banking services and products to mark Global Financial Inclusion Week and World Savings Day. The initiative will run until October 31, 2026, under the auspices of the Central Bank of Egypt.

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18 October 2026


Meteorological Authority: Warm weather during day, with Cairo’s high reaching 29°C.

The Meteorological Authority expects mild to warm weather across northern Egypt, including Greater Cairo, and hot weather in South Sinai and southern Egypt during the day today, Sunday, October 18, 2026.

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18 October 2026


Interior Ministry Marks White Cane Day, Offers Free Services to Blind

The Ministry of Interior organized a number of events and humanitarian initiatives to mark the 2026 International Day of the Blind and White Cane Day, as part of the state’s commitment to supporting persons with disabilities and promoting their social inclusion.

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18 October 2026


Ministry of Education Sets Rules for Admission to General Secondary and Egyptian Baccalaureate Exams

The Ministry of Education has announced the requirements for General Secondary and Egyptian Baccalaureate students to sit their end-of-year examinations, emphasizing that students must achieve an attendance rate of at least 85% of actual school days, independently of the assessment completion requirement.

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17 October 2026


Cairo Governor attends celebration honoring outstanding ‘Art Street’ performances

Cairo Governor Dr. Ibrahim Saber attended a celebration honoring outstanding "Art Street" performers held in Downtown and presented awards for the best artistic performance delivered between June and September.

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