As Egypt and Ethiopia negotiate the details of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, tensions are on the rise. Sudan, which has vested interest in the dam, too, could be an essential third party to smooth over the disputes.

By impeding research, Egypt curtails knowledge that can help resolve crises, especially in border areas.

Pouring money into health infrastructure will have little effect if qualified doctors have few incentives to stay.

As coronavirus infections continue to rise in Egypt, the country also faces other serious threats. How will Egypt deal with urgent challenges such as the Ethiopian dam crisis and Nile water scarcity, rising military tensions in Libya, and long-marginalized regions including the Sinai?

Along the Egypt-Sudan border, tensions have been rising for several decades despite limited efforts at cooperation. Both countries need to reexamine their border policies to prevent further escalation.

Why is it that protestors around the Arab world have chanted against President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi?

Having long suffered from Cairo’s neglect, the governorate has never realized its potential.

Sexual harassment charges against football player ‘Amr Warda caused a revealing rift among Egyptians.