Parties
Civil Society in Egypt.. June 2025 Political Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Political Parties Introduction: While opposition forces and parties remain divided over participation in the elections for the House of Representatives and the Senate, scheduled for the last quarter of this year, parties close to the regime—such as “Mostaqbal Watan” (Homeland’s Future) and “Homat Al Watan” (Homeland Protectors)—have become active in election preparations by […]
Civil Society in Egypt.. April 2025 Political Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Political Parties Introduction: The preparations of Egyptian political parties, whether those close to the authorities or in opposition, for the upcoming parliamentary elections are taking place amid uncertainty regarding the electoral system adopted by parliament. Pro-government parties insist on a closed-list system, while opposition parties are seeking to expand political participation, open up […]
Observatory of Justice in Egypt 9 – 15 March, 2025
Summary: Cairo Criminal Court disconnects contact with economist Abdel Khaleq Farouk during his detention renewal session, as he spoke about the harassment and the abuse he is facing in prison. The Supreme State Security Prosecution released 15 citizens, including the famous blogger “Jordanian Suzy”, on bail pending two cases. Investigating 5 citizens in Sharqia, on […]
Observatory of Justice in Egypt 9 – 15 February, 2025
Summary: State Security Prosecution renews the detention of journalist Ahmed Sirag for the second time on charges of joining a terrorist group. Renewing the detention of Engineer Yahya Hussein Abdel Hadi without presenting him to the court or hearing his defense. Release of 11 citizens in Zagazig, Sharqia. Continuation of the trial of hundreds of […]
Observatory of Justice in Egypt 19 – 25 January, 2025
Summary: Summoning the Founder and Executive Director of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights (EIPR) Hossam Bahgat, investigating him and releasing him on L.E. 20,000 bail. Continuation of renewal of detention for hundreds of citizens on terrorism cases. TikToker Mohamed Allam, known as Rivaldo, appears before the State Security Prosecution investigating him in Case No. […]
Observatory of Justice in Egypt 27 October to 2 November, 2024
Summary: State Security investigations continue into 38 citizens on charges of terrorism and spreading false news. Referring the papers of 2 defendants in the case known in the media as the Hadaeq Cell case to the Grand Mufti of the Republic. Rotation of 26 citizens from Sharqia, to new cases by the Supreme State Security […]
Observatory of Justice in Egypt 14 to 19 October, 2024
Summary: Cairo Court of Appeal has new criminal chambers. State Security investigations continue into 25 citizens on charges of terrorism and spreading false news. Rotation of 14 citizens in Sharqia, to new cases by the Supreme State Security Prosecution, after the disruption of procedures for their release Harsh sentences continues against citizens on terrorism charges. […]
Civil Society in Egypt … September 2024 Parties, Syndicates and Human Rights
Section One: Egyptian Political Parties Introduction: One of the most significant activities of political parties this month was their support for the cause of the workers at Samannoud Textiles “Wabariyat Samannoud.” The workers’ strike, which began in mid-August and lasted until September 21, aimed to achieve their main demand of implementing the minimum wage of […]
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 […]