What makes Cairo Station engaging?

Cairo Station has an engaging narrative with a domestic focus and theme, but a series of clearly international influences. With a who's who of midcentury Egyptian acting and production talent (particularly Chahine's own frustrated, delusional Qinawi), the film deserves a watch.

What is EV charging in Egypt?

A public-private led initiative is to establish an electric vehicle (EV) charging network across Egypt. The Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Hassan Allam Utilities (HA Utilities) and Infinity signed an agreement at the EGYPES conference in Cairo last week to roll out the infrastructure nationwide.

How long does it take to charge a car in Egypt?

Alaa Al-Sabaa, a member of the Automotive Division of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce, told Ahram Online that the existing charging stations in Egypt have a maximum capacity of 48kWh, significantly lower than the 150kWh stations available in Europe. This results in longer charging times, ranging from 30 minutes to two hours.

Can EV batteries be charged at high-traffic gas stations?

The new public-private collaboration will deploy both alternate current (AC) and direct current (DC) chargers at high-traffic gas stations. AC charging, while common, takes longer due to power conversion, whereas DC charging provides faster charging by directly supplying power to EV batteries.

What does HA Utilities' EV Project mean for Egypt?

HA Utilities CEO Dalia Wahba said the project underscores a strong commitment to investing in sustainable infrastructure that supports Egypt’s energy transition. Egypt currently has more than 7,000 EVs on its roads.

How does Egypt encourage the use of electric vehicles?

The Egyptian government has implemented various incentives and policies to encourage the purchase and use of electric vehicles. “These include tax exemptions, subsidies, and the development of charging infrastructure.