Civil Society in a month
Civil Society in Egypt … August 2024 Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: This month has seen increased activity among Egyptian political parties, whether due to the ongoing war in Gaza, issues related to the rising cost of living, the proposal of a controversial draft law on criminal procedures, or the rise in labor protests demanding better wages. Homeland Future Party (Mostaqbal […]
Observatory of Justice in Egypt 29 July to 4 August, 2024
Summary: State Security investigations continue into 30 citizens on charges of terrorism and spreading false news. Rotation of 1 citizen in Sharqia, to new cases by the Supreme State Security Prosecution, for the third time, since his arrest in June 2020. Kidnapping Engineer Yahya Hussein Abdel Hadi from Salah Salem Street, and then presenting him […]
Civil Society in Egypt … July 2024 Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: The pro-government parties have focused this month on declaring their support for the new government, despite facing widespread opposition due to its reliance on inexperienced individuals and doubts about the qualifications and competence of some of its members, with Mostafa Madbouly remaining in his position as Prime Minister. As […]
Civil Society in Egypt … June 2024 Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: The activity of Egyptian political parties relatively declined during June, despite significant domestic events such as the government’s decision to raise the price of subsidized bread by 400%, and the government’s proposal of a law to lease hospitals to investors, as well as the continued Israeli aggression on Gaza. […]
Civil Society in Egypt … May 2024 Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: In May, numerous political events took place, the most notable of which was the establishment of a new entity called the “Union of Arab Tribes,” founded by Sinai businessman Ibrahim al-Orjani. After the announcement, some political parties issued angry statements, considering this entity a violation of the constitution, particularly […]
Civil Society in Egypt … April 2024 Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: April witnessed several significant political event, starting with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi taking the constitutional oath for a third presidential term. The economic crisis worsened, leading to some social and labor protests. Human rights conditions continued to deteriorate significantly, with political activities, especially protests, being prohibited. Security forces also […]
Civil Society in Egypt … March 2024 Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: The charitable and social engagement among most of the political parties supportive of the government, resurged particularly with the beginning of the month of Ramadan. Furthermore, there is a growing wave of social activism and labor protests, starting with workers at the Mahalla Spinning and Weaving Company commencing a […]
Civil Society in Egypt … February 2024
Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: In February, three issues dominated the activities of Egyptian parties: Regionally, Israeli aggression continued against Gaza and Rafah, with the occupation discussing a military operation in Palestinian Rafah. In response, Egyptian parties issued statements condemning these statements. Economically, anger prevailed due to massive price hikes, as well as […]
Civil Society in Egypt … January 2024
Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: The year 2023 concluded, bringing an end to the presidential elections. The onset of the new year witnessed a significant rise in the prices of certain goods and services, exacerbating the economic crisis. Additionally, the Israeli aggression on Gaza persisted. As a result, these issues took center stage […]
Civil Society in Egypt … December 2023
Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: The activities of Egyptian political parties have varied between participating in elections for those who boycotted or ignored them and supporting the Palestinian cause. The Israeli aggression on Gaza still constitutes the central focus of the political parties’ activities. Homeland Future Party (Mostaqbal Watan Party): The party […]
Civil Society in Egypt … November 2023
Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: Throughout November, the actions of most political parties varied from expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people and Hamas to engaging in campaigns for presidential candidates in anticipation of the December elections. Notably, there were expressions of support for the potential former presidential candidate Ahmed Al-Tantawi and his supporters, […]
Civil Society in Egypt… October 2023
Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: The activities of Egyptian political parties during October ranged from preparing for the presidential elections, which began its initial phase with the announcement of the National Elections Authority, to the issuance of nomination endorsements starting on September 25, 2023, and ending on October 14. The potential candidate […]