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The Big Story Today

Ain Sokhna launches two factories worth combined USD 210 mn.
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FOR YOUR COMMUTE

Google isn’t sure where to look for answers.
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EAT THIS TONIGHT

Filling good.
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Sports

Back to back Egyptian Premier League clashes.
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OUT AND ABOUT

Get lost in the Dunya with Mustafa the Poet.

Tuesday, 13 May 2025

What We’re Tracking Tonight
For Your Commute
Eat This Tonight
Sports
Out And About
Go With The Flow
Enterprise Entertainment Calendar
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WHAT WE’RE TRACKING TONIGHT

Ain Sokhna industrial zone launches two factories worth combined USD 210 mn

Good afternoon, friends. We hope this finds you well and that your air filters are earning their keep today. We come with glad tidings of two new industrial zone factories breaking operational ground in Ain Sokhna, alongside details on Trump’s Mideast tour, and Google’s rough week.

THE BIG STORY TODAY

Two factories worth a combined USD 210 mn are launching operations in Ain Sokhna: China’s state-owned Xinxing Ductile Iron Pipes Company is inaugurating a USD 150 mn ductile iron pipes plant in the Ain Sokhna industrial zone today, while Turkish sanitary product company Hayat’s local subsidiary Hayat Egypt is launching a USD 60 mn project in the zone, according to a cabinet statement. The projects are part of ongoing efforts to develop the Suez Canal Economic Zone’s four industrial zones and six ports.

Xinxing broke ground on the iron pipes factory in May of last year. The project, which is located in Sokhna’s TEDA industrial park, was projected to manufacture 250k tonnes of cast iron pipes per year with an annual production value of USD 1.2 bn.

And Hayat Egypt is launching a tissue factory: Hayat Egypt in November 2023 inked a EUR 30mn medium-term loan agreement with Emirates NBD Egypt to finance plans for a tissue factory in Ain Sokhna that was at the time estimated to be worth USD 70 mn.

THE BIG STORY ABROAD

Trump kicks off Mideast tour with Saudi Arabia visit: US President Donald Trump has arrived in Riyadh to begin a four-day Middle East trip focused on securing tns of USD from the Gulf, marking his first scheduled overseas trip since taking office. Trump is seeking USD 1 tn from Saudi Arabia alone — an amount equivalent to the Kingdom’s gross domestic product last year and well beyond the USD 600 bn it pledged. The presidential itinerary includes visits to Qatar on Wednesday and the UAE on Thursday, but notably omits Israel, raising questions about shifting US priorities in the region.

Trump is expected to announce an agreement that would give Saudi Arabia access to semiconductors imports from tech giants like Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices, allowing it to secure components that are necessary for developing AI models and potentially giving a significant boost to the Kingdom’s technological capabilities. (Reuters | Bloomberg | New York Times | AP News)

☀️ TOMORROW’S WEATHER- We’re seeing relatively mild weather tomorrow in the capital ahead of the weekend spike, with the mercury settling at a sunny 30°C throughout the day and cooling to 19°C at night, according to our favorite weather app.

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FOR YOUR COMMUTE

Google isn’t sure where to look for answers

It’s a bad week for Google. The California-based tech giant has found itself in a precarious situation — between Apple formulating plans to reshape their native Safari browser to prioritize AI-powered search engines, Perplexity AI quickly climbing up the search engine rank, and bns of USD worth of lawsuits piling up, it seems Google’s dominance is quickly coming into question.

Do mind the competition: According to CNBC, Perplexity is in “late-stage talks” to raise USD 500 mn at a USD 14 bn valuation — up from USD 9 bn in November 2024 — in a funding round led by venture capital firm Accel. Perplexity is betting big on AI-powered web browsers, and they’re not alone. In 4Q 2024, OpenAI launched a search feature within ChatGPT. Earlier this year in March, Anthropic followed by introducing search engine functionality within its chatbot, Claude.

Perplexity’s speedy ascent could mean bad news for Google. Though Google was indeed quick to introduce AI overviews into its search results in 2Q 2024, users were quick to point out fatal mistakes made by the search engines, such as claiming that former US President Barack Obama was Muslim, and suggesting the use of non-toxic glue to make cheese “stick” to pizza. On the flip side, Perplexity users report receiving real-time, accurate information from reputable journals with direct citations from the AI-powered search engine.

What does this shift towards AI search mean for the search engine? Earlier in May, Apple executive and Senior VP Eddy Cue claimed that Safari searches fell for the first time ever in April 2024, a drop he attributed to the rising number of users utilizing AI search engines, according to Reuters. Bloomberg reports that Apple is currently exploring a complete redesign of their Safari web browsers in a move that would see them shift towards AI-powered search — and in doing so, away from Google, which pays approximately USD 20 bn annually for the privilege of being the default search engine on Safari.

Google is in denial. Following Cue’s statement, Google was quick to issue a response: “We continue to see overall query growth in Search. That includes an increase in total queries coming from Apple’s devices and platforms.”

Nothing’s quiet on Google’s western front this week. Losing the AI race isn’t the only concern Google has right now. Reuters reports that Google is set to pay USD 50 mn to settle a class-action lawsuit filed by a former employee accusing the tech giant of racial bias against black employees. Google is also facing over EUR 12 bn worth in damage claims from several price comparison websites throughout the EU, Bloomberg reports.

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EAT THIS TONIGHT

Filling good

? What makes a good sandwich? At Bakery Khan, that’s up to you to decide. When it comes to customizable sammies, there aren’t that many players claiming the game — and Bakery Khan is here to play with a truckload of sweet, savory, oriental and western baked goodies at your fingertips.

The menu is overwhelming — and we loved to scroll through it. At Bakery Khan, more is more. The bakery has a seemingly infinite supply of croissants, pâtés, mana’ech, cinnamon rolls, donuts, danishes, muffins, and other goodies — the sort you find yourself inclined to bring with you on your way to a Friday afternoon gathering. The bakery’s crowning jewel, however? Their sandwiches — and the endless possibilities that come with them.

But first — the staples. We gladly went overboard with our order — on the savory front, we got the spinach pastries box, the halloumi cheese man’oucheh, the zaatar man’oucheh, and a sausage croissant. We left no crumbs. The primary selling point was freshness, followed by a flaky but soft texture. Star of the show? The mini spinach pastries.

It’s never not time for a donut. Donuts of Nutella, biscoff, and pistachio variations were tested, but the classic sugar donut reigned supreme. But it didn’t stand a chance against the fruity danish and the raisins and cinnamon danish — both of which proved re-order-worthy.

There are no bounds when it comes to customizing your own sandwich at Bakery Khan: you can opt for all sorts of bread, — including croissants — cheeses, veggie fillings, and protein-heavy fillings. We put in an order for a bagel stuffed with smoked beef, cheddar, onions, lettuce, and a special cocktail sauce, and a croissant that had an omelet and pastrami-sponsored surprise nestled inside, cozied up with tomatoes, peppers, and honey mustard. The sandwiches were perfect in all categories but one: portion. So if you’re feeling hungry, we’d recommend doubling down.

WHERE TO GET IT - Bakery Khan has branches in New Cairo, Hadayek El Ahram, Maadi, and Nasr City. You can also order through Talabat and Instashop.

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Sports

Back to back Egyptian Premier League clashes

⚽ The title race is intensifying in the Nile League championship phase with only three rounds remaining, all featuring critical matches for the big three in Matchday 6.

Al Ahly will be visiting Ceramica Cleopatra at the Arab Contractors Stadium at 5pm, and hope for a victory to strengthen their position at the top. Al Ahly, now at the top of the leaderboard with 49 points, snatched the position from Pyramids, who now need two points to bridge the gap.

Headlining match: Zamalek and Pyramids will lock horns tonight at Cairo International Stadium at 8pm. The White Knights are walking on the pitch with 41 points under their belt, placing them third on the scoreboard, and hoping to gain in on Pyramids, who have 47 points, to keep their Champions League qualification hopes alive. The Sky Blues hope to get back on track after two surprising losses during their last matches.

Also in this round: Farco will be facing Al Masry at 5pm, and Haras El Hodood will go head to head against the National Bank at 8pm.

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OUT AND ABOUT

Get lost in the Dunya with Mustafa the Poet

MARK YOUR CALENDAR-

? Sudanese-Canadian rapper and songwriter Mustafa the Poet is making his Egypt debut on Tuesday, 20 May. Set to perform his debut album — a folk-inspired album drawing on his Arab heritage — the Toronto-hailing artist will be taking to the MUST Opera House in 6th of October as part of his Lost in the Dunya world tour. You can grab your tickets through Ticketsmarché.

HAPPENING THIS WEEK-

Laughs are in stock at the “Komedy Koshk" tonight, Tuesday, 13 May. Taking center stage at Cairo Jazz Club 610 in Sheikh Zayed tomorrow at 8pm, stand-up comedians Mina Risha, Paula Rizk, Farghaly, and Abdulrahman Eid will be cracking audiences up through the night — but can you take the joke? Secure a last-minute spot through Cairo Jazz Club’s website.

Cairo Photo Week returns under the banner of Finding the View, featuring over 14 exhibitions, lectures, workshops, and networking meetups. This year’s festival has kicked off, and is taking place until Sunday, 18 May Downtown and in the Cairo Design District at District 5. You can access all the exhibitions without a paid ticket, but talks and panels require either a day access or a full festival ticket and accept walk-ins. Workshops require advance registration. You can grab your passes from Ticketsmarché.

Ehab Tawfik will be turning it up this Friday, 16 May at CJC 610. On the off chance that you woke up this morning quietly humming Tetraga Feya to yourself, we’re pleased to break the news that the Egyptian vocalist will be bringing his hits to life at Cairo Jazz Club, joined by Cairo-based DJ Andy Cheikho. Sounds like a Friday night well-spent? You can grab your tickets from Cairo Jazz Club’s official website.

Hiba Tawaji and musical director Oussama Rahbani are touching down in Cairo after shows in Toronto, London, and Paris, for an unforgettable night of breathtaking music at Hyde Park New Cairo on Thursday, 15 May. You can grab tickets on Tazkarti.

HAPPENING LATER-

Jordanian Arabic pop rock band Jadal will be causing a commotion this May at CJC 610. Generous with their bangers since ‘03, the Amman-born group will be showing up and rocking out at CJC610 on Wednesday, 28 May, with tickets available through Ticketsmarché.

Hip Hop fans: Don’t miss the historic Project Meem concert, headlined by rap icons Marwan Pablo and Marwan Moussa sharing the stage. The concert will take place on Friday, 23 May at Cairo Festival City, and tickets are selling fast on Tazkarti.

Dalida may have once found her love in Portofino, but this May we’ll be feeling her love right here in Cairo. On Friday, 30 May and Saturday, 31 May at The Theater in 6th of October, Dalida: Bint Shoubra — a musical production honoring the iconic vocalist’s life and musical legacy — will shine the spotlight on the Shoubra-born megastar. The production will be led by Lebanese singer Mirva Kadi, with a special appearance by Egyptian singer Haidy Moussa. You can book your tickets for both days through Ticketsmarché.

When hosting a birthday bash, it’s only logical to call up the Sharmoofers. On Friday, 30 May, the Boom Room will be celebrating its first anniversary with a bang. The night will feature a special performance by viral Egyptian band Sharmoofers — and if a certain little birdie is to be believed, a few surprise performances. You can grab your tickets from Ticketsmarché.

Free up your schedule on Saturday, 7 June and Sunday, 8 June for the second installment of the Makadi Heights Music Festival, taking place at The Haus in Hurghada. Cairokee will inaugurate the summer staple on the first day, while rap icons Marwan Moussa and Afroto wrap up the second. You can book your tickets for either or both days through Ticketsmarché.

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GO WITH THE FLOW

What the markets are doing on 13 May 2025

The EGX30 rose 0.4% at today’s close on turnover of EGP 3.8 bn (16.8% below the 90-day average). Regional investors were the sole net sellers. The index is up 6.6% YTD.

In the green: Orascom Development (+3.5%), Ibnsina Pharma (+2.8%) and Emaar Misr (+2.0%).

In the red: Fawry (-2.0%), Mopco (-1.3%) and Egypt Kuwait Holding (-1.2%).

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ENTERPRISE ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR

8-18 May (Thursday-Sunday): Cairo Photo Week in Downtown Cairo and District 5.

13 May (Tuesday): Badraat New Cairo’s The Grand Theatre.

13 May (Tuesday): Komedy Koshk at CJC610.

15 May (Thursday): Hiba Tawaji at Hyde Park.

16 May (Friday): Angham at the Cairo Opera House.

16 May (Friday): Ehab Tawfik at CJC 610.

20 May (Tuesday): Mustafa the Poet at MUST Opera House.

21-31 May (Wednesday-Saturday): Disney On Ice at Cairo International Stadium.

21 May (Wednesday): Gaby Bishara at Boom Room.

22 May (Thursday): Tetrat w Zekrayat at Theatro Arkan.

23 May (Friday): Project Meem at Cairo Festival City.

23 May (Friday): Redbull Jukebox at Taj City.

26 May (Monday): Michael Bublé at New Administrative Capital.

28 May (Wednesday): Jadalat CJC610.

29 May (Thursday): Omar Khairat at the Cairo Opera House.

30 May (Friday): Adam Port at the New Administrative Capital’s Green River.

30 May (Friday): Sharmoofers at Boom Room.

30-31 May (Friday-Saturday): Dalida: Bint Shoubra at The Theatre.

31 May (Saturday): AUC Alumni Folklore Group at Theatro Arkan.

JUNE

6 June (Friday): 50 Years of AC/DC concert.

7-8 June (Saturday-Sunday): Makadi Heights Music Festival at The Haus, Makadi Heights.

28 June (Saturday): Cairokee Empire concert at Cairo International Stadium.

OCTOBER

16-24 October (Thursday-Friday): Gouna Film Festival.

30 October - 22 November (Thursday-Saturday): Forever is Now at the Great Pyramids of Giza.

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