Cairo Times

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The Cairo Times is an independent English-language news magazine based in Cairo, Egypt. It covers regional news, politics, business, and culture, with a focus on human rights and social issues. Established as a weekly publication, it provides in-depth features and reporting on Egypt and the broader Arab world.

MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN CAIRO

State ownership heavily influences the Egyptian press market, with historic flagship dailies dominating national circulation alongside a growing sector of private publications. The newspaper Al Ahram, established in 1875, serves as the primary state-owned daily and produces foreign-language editions including the French Al Ahram Hebdo. It operates alongside other state-run titles like Al Gomhuria, founded in 1953. Meanwhile, privately owned dailies such as Al Masri Al Youm provide independent coverage for local readers. Paperboy lists 31 newspapers in Cairo.

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