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The Step Pyramid is Back After 14 Years of Restoration

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Egypt has been renovating a lot of things for a while now. One of the most important aspect that is being renovated at the moment is Egypt’s infamous “Step Pyramid of Djoser”. It is promised that this monument is to be opened quite soon for the public. Yay us!

The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has just announced this morning that the renovations of the Step Pyramid are finally complete! The Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities recently visited Saqqara’s Archaeological site to survey as well as take a glimpse of all the latest work prior to the grand opening.

 

Upon restoring the site, the workers had focused on maintaining the Pyramid’s integrity by adding protective stones around the Pyramid in hopes of protecting it from several things such as rain damage and weather conditions too. They had also replaced the stones to prevent the architectural monument from collapsing by repairing the roof and even filling holes. You should know that for centuries Egypt has been neglecting taking care of the Step Pyramid, which is why we’re super excited and can’t wait for the grand opening!

Back in 2011, reports were made by UNESCO claiming that the Step Pyramid, a 4,600 year old Step Pyramid is in extreme danger of collapsing. Alarms were sounded which is why the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities decided to develop as well as preserve restoring cultural sites all over Egypt, the Step Pyramid being one of the most important.

Believe it or not, 90,000LE was used to undertake the restoration and repair. You might think of it as a lot of money, but due to the advanced scientific techniques and tools that are to help maintain the structure’s integrity, 90,000LE is considerably very cheap for renovation!

One of the most exciting things about the renovation is that the ministry had installed electronic panels in order to portray the detailed history of the Saqqara Archaeological site. This will definitely help maintain our country’s ancestral history! Another cool addition to the artifacts are full time security guards, ventilation, modern lighting, and also wheelchair ramps and paths for the needy to allow all kinds of visitors to be able to witness such a beautiful restoration of history.

If you didn’t know, the Step Pyramid has been closed ever since 2006 after an earthquake hit Egypt pretty hard in 1992 and threatened to collapse the Step Pyramid. To fix this problem momentarily, researchers had to use a massive balloon filled with water to help maintain the structure for the time being. They had later stopped restorations in 2011 due to political instability but then quickly began again in 2013.

The Step Pyramid is quite unique not only because it was built by Amenhotep during the 27th century, but also because these were the first pyramids to ever be constructed in the world. Due to that, the actual Pyramids began being created.

We’re quite happy and content with the way Egypt has been dealing with their history and cultural artifacts. We have one of the greatest most important history and culture amongst all, which is why it is great that after 14 years of restoration and hard work, we finally get to witness a better historical upbringing.

Are you excited to see the new changes that are made?

 

 

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Sax player Rahma Hassan, Wael Jassar and Mustafa Kamel perform a concert at the Aspero Restaurant Complex

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In a family meeting on the banks of the Nile, businessman Gerges Espero opened his new restaurant on the promenade of the people of Egypt under the name Espero Restobar. The Eventadora Company supervised and organized the party, which was revived by the artist Wael Jassar and the artist Mustafa Kamel, captain of the musical professions and sax player Rahma Hassan, and DJ Khaled Hussein in The opening of the Aspero restaurant complex in the Ahl Masr walkway on the Nile Corniche, in the presence of a group of stars of art and high society.

 

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Egypt mitigates, adapts to effects of climate change via 324 bn national projects: Minister

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CAIRO – 8 June 2022: Egypt has success story to share with the world during its presidency of the upcoming COP27 climate conference, stated Egyptian Minister of Environment, Dr. Yasmine Fouad.

She referred to Egypt’s national projects in the fields of mitigation and adaptation with climate change, saying that the cost of mitigation programs in Egypt reaches 211 billion dollars, and the cost of adaptation programs is about 113 billion dollars, with a total of 324 billion dollar.

Minister Yasmine Fouad further explained that the list of mitigation projects includes the establishment of the Benban Solar Energy Complex; the largest complex for generating clean electricity in the Middle East, in addition to energy efficiency projects, wind energy projects, and sustainable transportation such as the Monorail project and the expanded metro network.

She also highlighted other projects aiming to convert waste into energy, and helps in integrated waste management, such as biogas projects, sanitary landfills and recycling plants.

“As for the adaptation projects, they include water rationalization, canal lining projects, sea water desalination, sewage plants, and Haya Karima initiative as an integrated model for mitigation and adaptation projects to the effects of climate change,” she added.

This also includes the implementation of natural gas delivery projects, waste management, lining canals projects and Sewage treatment plants and afforestation.

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Allianz Egypt launches the first round of Allianz Athlete Experience for Egyptian Tennis Enthusiasts to support Mayar Sherif

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Cairo – May 2022: Being the exclusive official insurance sponsor of tennis champion, Mayar Sherif, the first Egyptian female tennis player to feature in the main draw of a Grand Slam tournament, Allianz Egypt launches the first round of one-of-a-kind initiative “Allianz Athlete Experience” for Egyptian tennis enthusiasts. The winners will enjoy an exclusive experience with Allianz Egypt brand ambassador and Tennis superstar Mayar in one of the sport’s most important tournaments at Roland Garros in Paris this May.
At a special ceremony held at Allianz Egypt Headquarters, Allianz Egypt announced the winners in the presence of Allianz Egypt Chairman and Board of Management, the President of the Egyptian Tennis Federation, and the winners of the competition, in addition to Allianz Egypt sports partners and ambassadors from the Olympic and Paralympic Champions.
“Over the years, Allianz Egypt, being the official insurance partner of the Olympics and Paralympics Movement, has ventured to be a strong contributor to the local sports ecosystem through supporting, encouraging and empowering national athletes and champions,” Ayman Hegazy, Chairman and CEO of Allianz Companies in Egypt, said.
Hegazy added, “We are extremely proud of our Golden girl and our Brand Ambassador Mayar Sherif for being the first Egyptian Female at Roland Garros. And we are diligent to continue providing all possible support and empowerment to her and all our champions.”


“I am honored to have Allianz Egypt – one of the distinguished sports promoters in the world- supporting me throughout my journey in raising Egypt’s name in major championships worldwide. This competition truly reflects the immense support and motivation I have been receiving from Allianz since day one and from my distinguished and strong Egyptian fan base that I sincerely and proudly consider a success.” Mayar Sherif said commenting on the initiative.
It is worth noting that Allianz Egypt intends to repeat this initiative for its ambassadors in different sports. This comes as a continuation of the company’s efforts to support the Egyptian sports ecosystem, with a special focus on tennis.
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About Allianz Egypt:
Allianz is a Multinational German insurer operating since 1890. Allianz in Egypt was founded in 1976, under the name of “Arab International Insurance Company”. It was fully acquired in 2004 by Allianz under its current brand names; “Allianz Life Assurance Company – Egypt” and “Allianz Insurance Company – Egypt”, providing comprehensive and integrated insurance services, such as life insurance, medical insurance, property insurance to business partners and individuals. The company has 14 branches and has accomplished strategic partnerships with major banks operating in Egypt.

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