Cairo, Egypt
Youssra el-Sharkawy is a journalist based in Cairo, Egypt.
EGYPT'S LATEST GENDER REVOLUTION IS BEHIND THE WHEEL Fundamental social transformations can emerge in surprising ways.
In the past, Zar rituals were carried out in secret as people believed in the association of the practice with demons and exorcism. It was condemned by some as evil, while others thought it merely nonsense. Today, however, ordinary Egyptians believe
Several groups in Egypt and the Middle East are calling for an end to male circumcision, saying the risky operation is not justified for medical or religious purposes. Read more: https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2019/12/egyptians-dispute-necessity-o
Salons and kitchens are hotspots of a change that is sweeping Egypt as women reject European beauty standards and celebrate their hair as it is. Read more: https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2020/08/egypt-natural-curly-hair-movement-bullying-beauty-st
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