19 Jan, 2026
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Egypt’s President Al-Sissi starts his third 6-year term in office

Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah al-Sissi, was sworn in on Tuesday before parliament for a third term, in a ceremony held at the new administrative capital east of Cairo. Al-Sissi, who has been in power since 2014, secured another six years in office after receiving about 90% of the vote in a December election. The election […]

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Egypt Secures 2027 African Games Hosting Right

The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) has granted Egypt the right to host the 2027 African Games. The Egyptian National Olympic Committee (ENOC) had sent a request to ANOCA, voicing interest in hosting the games. Egypt’s successful bid highlights the nation’s established presence in hosting prestigious tournaments, having previously organised events like […]