Michael Gunn

Bureau Chief:Cairo Egypt

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A Clash With Trump Adds Drama to a Papal Visit

Pope Leo XIV begins Africa trip in Muslim-majority Algeria.

April 14, 2026

April 14, 2026

A Clash With Trump Adds Drama to a Papal Visit

Pope Leo XIV begins Africa trip in Muslim-majority Algeria.

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March 23, 2026

March 23, 2026

Europe Makes a Beeline for Algerian Gas Yet Again

Europe Makes a Beeline for Algerian Gas Yet Again: Next Africa

Ex-Deutsche Bank Trader Moskov Says Algeria Seizes Gas Asset

February 10, 2026

February 10, 2026

Qaddafi Ghosts Haunt a Divided Libya

Killing of former dictator’s son highlights national disunity

Qaddafi Shells Aid Ship as Allies Seek Next Steps to Defeat

December 3, 2025

December 3, 2025

Egypt Business Gauge Hits Five-Year High After Pound Strengthens

Egypt is attempting to recalibrate the economy after securing a $57 billion global bailout last year.

November 1, 2025

November 1, 2025

Egypt’s Geopolitical Balancing Act Wins Over Trump — For Now

Cairo has strong relations with Russia, China and just about everyone, but ties with Israel remain strained.

EGYPT-GIZA-GRAND EGYPTIAN MUSEUM-OFFICIAL OPENING-PREPARATION

October 10, 2025

October 10, 2025

Egypt Gets S&P Upgrade in Latest Sign of Economic Turnaround

A Looming End to $1-a-Month Home Rentals Stokes Worries in Egypt

August 28, 2025

August 28, 2025

Egypt Cuts Rates More Than Expected as Inflation Slows

Egyptians Wait for Deals as Devaluation Causes Surprise Price Crashes

June 4, 2025

June 4, 2025

Algeria Plans to Allow Foreign Firms to Mine for Critical Metals

Lithium ore falls from a chute onto a stockpile

May 23, 2025

May 23, 2025

US Aid Retreat Opens Door for Bigger Islamic Development Bank Role in Africa

US Aid Retreat Opens Door for Bigger Islamic Development Bank Role in Africa

May 7, 2025

May 7, 2025

A Remote and Disputed Corner of Africa Is Cheering Trump

The territory of Western Sahara is turning into an ‘El Dorado’ after the US recognized Morocco’s claim over the region.

Gateways on the main road entering the city

March 4, 2025

March 4, 2025

Egypt Private Sector’s Tentative Rebound Continues in Latest PMI

Food stores in Cairo

January 9, 2025

January 9, 2025

Egypt Inflation Hits Two-Year Low, Easing Path to Rate Cut

Egyptian Economy as Tourism Continues to Grow

December 26, 2024

December 26, 2024

Egypt Seen Holding Record Rate Even as Inflation Slightly Eases

Egyptian Economy as Tourism Continues to Grow

June 4, 2024

June 4, 2024

Egypt Business Gauge Hits Highest Since 2021 After Devaluation

Egypt Business Gauge Hits Highest Since 2021 After Devaluation

June 3, 2024

June 3, 2024

World Cup Host Morocco Plans Derivatives to Help Funding

2006 FIFA World Cup Qualifying Group Draw

May 11, 2024

May 11, 2024

An Arab World’s Tourism Holdout Is Easing Path to Visit Sahara’s Wonders

Group of tourists going for a caml trip in the middle of deserts with old nomads

April 27, 2024

April 27, 2024

UAE’s $35 Billion Egypt Deal Marks Gulf Powers’ Buying Spree

Crown jewels including resorts and a gas station chain are up for grabs. Saudi Arabia mulls purchases.

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March 16, 2024

March 16, 2024

What Does the UAE Get for Its $35 Billion Investment in Egypt?

Egypt’s undeveloped Mediterranean coastline is the deal’s main focus. Yet the huge financial injection also speaks to Abu Dhabi’s strategic aims.

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February 12, 2024

February 12, 2024

How to Tell When Egypt’s Next Currency Devaluation Is Coming

Egyptian Pound as Currency Dives on Black Market