This archive report was first published on 18 July 2019.
Published on July 18, 2019, by Charles Nyende.
Despite facing numerous social, political, and economic challenges, Egypt boasts a functioning social welfare system. The government offers a 'social solidarity pension' to 1.2 million families, aiming to increase this number to 3.3 million by 2020. This system primarily supports impoverished families with school-going children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, mainly in Upper Egypt. Women comprise 88% of the beneficiaries.
The government provides monthly conditional pensions to vulnerable families and non-conditional pensions to poor, elderly citizens, and people with severe disabilities and illnesses, as well as orphans. Additionally, they offer specific subsidies for food and electricity power.
Meanwhile, Algeria's Desert Foxes are on the cusp of their first Africa Cup of Nations title in 29 years and their second in history. They have scored in all six matches played, with a goal count of 12 against two, making them the most prolific team in the tournament.
Algerian Football Federation President Zetchi Kheireddine expressed confidence in his team's title prospects, stating, 'If you have an appetite, you have to eat. We will work hard to win this trophy because it will be something wonderful for the Algerian people.'
Foreigners in Egypt face restrictions on mobile phone usage, with SIM cards only available for a limited time. To register for a SIM card, foreigners must provide their original passport and visa details, which are captured along with their information. Once the SIM card expires, it automatically goes dead, and the only option is to sign up for a new line through the same process.
Weddings are a significant aspect of Egyptian culture, with many young men feeling pressure to have a fully furnished house before getting married. Dating is also taken seriously, with young men expected to be committed to marriage from the first date.
