Aswan

تأكد من الخبر أولا: لا يشن الجيش المصري أي ضربات عسكرية أو غارات جوية داخل الأراضي السودانية. الى.بيتم حاليا هى حملات امنية على الدهابة مصريين وسودانيين فى الارضى المصرية وتحديدا فى أم الحويطات سفاجا واسوان. وشرق الصحراء المصرية وهى بعيدة تماما عن السودان او الحدود المشتركة بين البلدين المداهمة الامنية برية ثانيا الطيران الحالى الذى يجوب مصر شمالا وجنوبا شرقا وغربا يتبع. إطلاق (مشروع المسح الجوي الجيوفيزيائي ) في مصر Verify the news first: The Egyptian army does not launch any military strikes or airstrikes inside Sudanese territory. What is currently happening are security campaigns targeting gold prospectors "Al-Dahaba" - both Egyptians and Sudanese - inside Egyptian territory, specifically in Umm Al-Huwaitat, Safaga, Aswan, and the Eastern Desert of Egypt. These areas are completely far from Sudan or the shared border between the two countries. The security raid is on the ground. Secondly, the current aircraft flying over Egypt north, south, east, and west are part of the launch of the "Aerial Geophysical Survey Project" in Egypt.

في 15 أبريل 2023، أجبر النزاع في #السودان ملايين الأسر على ترك منازلهم ومصادر رزقهم ومجتمعاتهم المحلية خلفهم. وبالنسبة للعديد من #الأطفال، لم يقتصر النزوح على فقدان فرص الوصول إلى #التعليم فحسب، بل امتد ليشمل مواجهة الخوف وعدم اليقين والآثار النفسية والعاطفية الناتجة عن مغادرة كل ما هو مألوف لهم. من خلال مشروع "مسارات التعليم خارج الحدود"، الممول من الاتحاد الأوروبي، شارك 324 طفلًا ولاجئًا في محافظة #أسوان في أنشطة دعم نفسي واجتماعي ، صُممت لمساعدتهم على استعادة الثقة بالنفس وتعزيز قدرتهم على التكيف وبناء الأمل للمستقبل. واعتمدت الأنشطة على أساليب صديقة للطفل، من بينها منهجية "بطلي هو أنت" (My Hero Is You)، وهي منهجية قائمة على سرد القصص والتعلم التفاعلي طورتها هيئة بلان إنترناشيونال أيرلندا، حيث أتيحت للأطفال فرصة التعبير عن مشاعرهم، وتعلم استراتيجيات إيجابية للتعامل مع التحديات، واكتساب مهارات تساعدهم على مواجهة الصعوبات في بيئة آمنة وداعمة. وقد حقق البرنامج أثرًا ملموسًا؛ إذ أظهر ما يقرب من ثلاثة أرباع الأطفال المشاركين تحسنًا ملحوظًا في مستوى رفاههم النفسي والاجتماعي، شمل تعزيز القدرة على إدارة المشاعر، ورفع مستوى تقدير الذات، وتقليل الضغوط النفسية والعاطفية، وزيادة الدافعية تجاه المستقبل. كما شهد العديد من الأطفال الذين بدوا في بداية التدخل أكثر انطواءً أو تأثرًا نفسيًا، تحولًا إيجابيًا ملحوظًا ليصبحوا أكثر ثقة بأنفسهم وقدرة على التواصل والمشاركة مع الآخرين. فكل طفل لا يستحق فقط فرصة التعلم، بل يستحق أيضًا فرصة التعافي والنمو والحلم بمستقبل أكثر إشراقًا. وبفضل دعم الاتحاد الأوروبي للمساعدات الإنسانية (EU ECHO) وشركائنا المحليين، يتمكن الأطفال اللاجئون السودانيون في #مصر من الوصول إلى مساحات تعليمية آمنة، ومواد تعليمية، وخدمات دعم نفسي واجتماعي تساعدهم على مواصلة تعليمهم رغم تحديات النزوح. On 15 April 2023, the conflict in #Sudan forced millions of families to leave their homes, livelihoods, and communities behind. For many #children, displacement meant more than losing access to #education; it meant coping with fear, uncertainty, and the emotional toll of leaving everything familiar behind. Through "Pathways to Education Beyond Borders" Project, funded by the European Union, 324 refugee children in Aswan participated in structured psychosocial support activities designed to help them regain confidence, resilience, and hope. Using child-friendly approaches such as My Hero Is You—a storytelling and interactive learning methodology developed by Plan International Ireland—children explored their emotions, learned positive coping strategies, and developed skills to navigate challenges in a safe and supportive environment. The impact has been remarkable: nearly three out of four children showed significant improvements in their well-being, including stronger emotional regulation, increased self-esteem, reduced emotional distress, and greater motivation for the future. Many children who initially appeared withdrawn or distressed became more confident, communicative, and engaged by the end of the intervention. Every child deserves not only the opportunity to learn, but also the chance to heal, grow, and dream of a brighter future. Thanks to the support of EU ECHO and our local partners, Sudanese refugee children in #Egypt are accessing safe learning spaces, educational materials, and psychosocial support that help them continue their education despite displacement. EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid Plan International Ireland #PlanInternationalEgypt #PlanInternational #partnerships #Refugees #InternationalDayofPlay #MHPSS #Psychosocialsupport #Accesstoeducation #EU #Projects #INGO #NGO #PlanInternationalEgypt #PlanInternational #الشراكات #اللاجئون #اليوم_الدولي_للعب #الدعم_النفسي_والاجتماعي #الصحة_النفسية #الحق_في_التعليم #الاتحاد_الأوروبي

Egyptians can have a wide range of skin tones, from very light to very dark. Egypt sits at the crossroads of Africa, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean, and its population has mixed and interacted with many groups over thousands of years. Southern Egypt, especially around cities such as Aswan and regions near the border with Sudan, often has people with skin tones that can be as dark as many Sub-Saharan Africans.

@Eskom_SA is getting replaced Eskom’s contribution to South Africa’s electricity supply is estimated to have dropped to roughly 81% last year. About a fifth of the country’s power comes from other sources, likely private generation. South Africa lost its title as the continent’s top electricity producer in 2025, primarily due to a steep decline in coal-based power generation. The Outlier recently analysed data from energy intelligence firm Ember Energy, which showed that Egypt overtook South Africa as the continent’s largest electricity producer last year. Over the last decade, Egypt’s annual gross electricity generation grew by 35%, from 181.8 terawatt-hours (TWh) to 245.7TWh Over the same period, South Africa’s gross electricity generation dropped 2.9% from 250.1TWh to 242.8TWh. Ember’s data showed that Egypt’s growth was driven almost entirely by fossil fuel–based generation, mostly gas power. Renewables increased its share of the power mix from 8% to 12%, with the Aswan Dam carrying most of that load. In contrast, South Africa’s fossil fuel-based electricity generation, which consists primarily of coal-fired power stations, plunged by 29.8TWh. However, significant uptake of renewables almost offset the decline. In 2025, renewable generation produced 33TWh of electricity, up 408% from 2015. The contribution of renewables to Eskom’s electricity mix also increased from 2.6% to 13.6%. Renewable power has displaced coal, rather than meeting new demand. Despite the decline in coal-based generation, South Africa still relies more on it than almost any other country in the world. Coal accounted for 81% of South Africa’s electricity generation, the most of any country except Mongolia, where coal contributed 86%. South Africa also had the seventh-highest per capita coal generation of 3,050kWh per citizen. Almost all of the coal power capacity comes from Eskom. It should be noted that Ember Energy’s data included gross energy generation across Eskom, municipalities, and private power producers. While the 2.9% decline in gross generation is worrying, Eskom has even greater cause for concern, as its contribution to the energy mix has shrunk substantially. Private power saves South Africa from major decline In 2015, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research said that 95% of gross electricity generation came from Eskom. At that stage, its own gross generation was about 230TWh. By 2024, its contribution to the power mix had plummeted to 86%. In 2025, it sent out 190.81TWh of energy, which excludes the energy used by its own power stations. While Eskom has yet to disclose its gross generation for the year, the figure should be 195.5–196.5TWh, based on internal power usage typically accounting for about 4.5% to 5% of total generation. Based on Ember’s estimated total of 242.8TWh across all energy sources, Eskom’s contribution to total generation should be around 80.6%. Eskom’s gross generation has therefore dropped by about 35TWh, greater than the coal power reduction. Therefore, the country used less Eskom-generated electricity from non-coal sources, and the increase in renewable power primarily came from private energy generators. Therefore, Ember’s data showed that the decline in load-shedding could not be attributed solely to a reduction in energy demand. Other electricity generators increased their share of the supply from about 5% to 19.4% in the last 10 years. Most municipalities do not have their own power generation, meaning most of the growth came from the private sector. Over the last decade, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has registered 19,300MW of private power generation, primarily solar and wind. In addition, an estimated 7,300MW of solar power has been installed in smaller “behind-the-meter” installations. The surge was driven by businesses and households seeking alternatives to protect themselves from Eskom’s deteriorating coal fleet, which frequently plunged the country into load-shedding. While Eskom’s energy availability factor has improved by roughly 10 percentage points over the last two years, it is still well below the standards of leading power utilities worldwide. Without the contribution of private power, which took significant strain off the grid, the suspension of load-shedding would not have happened. https://t.co/VRPrSTBVbs

From Egypt to Sudan by Boat! A 19-hour journey from Aswan to Wadi Halfa that left a lasting impression. Why take the usual bus route when you can embark on an unforgettable adventure up the Nile River? This boat trip holds a special place in my heart, etched as one of my most cherished travel experiences. Sailing from Aswan Port at 3 pm, I opted for the upper open deck, where I could soak in the stunning views. Sleeping outside under the stars alongside friendly locals made the journey even more magical. As dawn broke, we reached the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, a sight to behold! The camaraderie onboard was heartwarming, with locals eager to connect and share tea and cookies. The boat docked in Wadi Halfa at 10 am the next day, concluding a remarkable adventure. So, tell me, would you choose the boat trip or opt for the easy route by bus?

Urgent International Appeal Regarding the Arrest, Detention, and Deportation of Ethiopian, Sudanese, and Other Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Egypt “””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””” The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights Human Rights Watch Amnesty International Other International Human Rights and Humanitarian Organizations We, the undersigned refugees, asylum seekers, migrants, community representatives, humanitarian advocates, and concerned members of affected communities, respectfully submit this urgent appeal regarding the ongoing arrest, detention, abuse, and deportation of refugees and asylum seekers in the Arab Republic of Egypt. We are deeply concerned by reports of intensified security operations targeting refugees and asylum seekers from Ethiopia, Sudan, Eritrea, South Sudan, Syria, and other countries. Many individuals seeking safety and international protection are reportedly being arrested, detained, and deported despite holding valid refugee or asylum documentation or having pending protection claims. According to information received from affected individuals, community leaders, lawyers, and humanitarian actors, security operations conducted since January 2026 have reportedly resulted in the detention of large numbers of refugees and asylum seekers in Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Qalyubia, Aswan, and other governorates. Individuals have reportedly been apprehended from their homes, workplaces, public transportation systems, educational institutions, and areas surrounding humanitarian service centers. Families report living in fear, restricting their movements, and avoiding schools, hospitals, and humanitarian assistance due to concerns about arrest. Particularly alarming are reports that refugees and asylum seekers possessing valid registration documents issued by UNHCR, asylum seeker certificates, and legal residency permits have also been subjected to arrest and detention. Reported Human Rights Concerns Affected individuals and community representatives have reported serious concerns, including: * Arbitrary arrest and prolonged detention; * Lack of access to legal representation and due process protections; * Confiscation of refugee, asylum, and identity documentation; * Pressure to sign deportation or voluntary return documents; * Physical and psychological intimidation; * Denial or interruption of essential medical treatment; * Detention of women, children, elderly persons, and individuals with disabilities; * Family separation resulting from detention and deportation procedures; * Deportations conducted without adequate assessment of protection risks; * Limited access by independent monitors, humanitarian organizations, and legal advocates. Many refugees and asylum seekers fear that deportation could expose them to persecution, armed conflict, political violence, imprisonment, torture, or other serious human rights violations in their countries of origin. International Legal Concerns The reported actions raise serious concerns under international refugee, human rights, and humanitarian law, including: * Article 33 of the 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, which prohibits refoulement; * Article 3 of the Convention Against Torture; * Article 9 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights; * The Convention on the Rights of the Child; * The African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights; * Other international and regional human rights instruments protecting refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants. Our Requests for Urgent International Action We respectfully call upon UNHCR, OHCHR, the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, and all relevant international organizations to: 1. Urgently investigate and document allegations of arbitrary arrest, detention, abuse, and deportation of refugees and asylum seekers in Egypt; 2. Publicly call for compliance with international refugee and human rights obligations; 3. Engage directly with Egyptian authorities regarding the protection of refugees and asylum seekers; 4. Advocate for immediate and unrestricted access by UNHCR, legal representatives, medical personnel, and independent monitors to all detention facilities where refugees and asylum seekers may be held; 5. Call for the immediate suspension of deportations and removals that may place individuals at risk of persecution, torture, conflict, or other serious harm; 6. Support efforts to secure the release of refugees and asylum seekers detained without lawful justification or due process; 7. Monitor detention conditions and ensure access to adequate medical care, food, sanitation, and communication with family members; 8. Mobilize diplomatic and international action to protect refugees and asylum seekers at risk. Urgent Humanitarian Appeal We further request immediate support for: * Protection of women, children, elderly persons, and other vulnerable groups; * Emergency medical treatment for detainees requiring urgent care; * Family reunification efforts where separation has occurred; * Independent monitoring of detention facilities; * Humanitarian assistance for affected refugee and asylum-seeking communities; * Protection against forced return to situations of danger. The lives, safety, dignity, and fundamental rights of thousands of refugees and asylum seekers may be at risk. Immediate international attention and intervention are essential to prevent further harm and to uphold the principles of international refugee protection and human rights. We respectfully urge all relevant international organizations and human rights mechanisms to take immediate action and help ensure the protection of refugees and asylum seekers currently facing detention and deportation in Egypt. Thank you for your attention to this urgent humanitarian and human rights matter. Respectfully submitted, Voice of Refugees and Migrants On behalf of affected refugees, asylum seekers, migrants, community representatives, and concerned humanitarian advocates.