Author

Eman Wahby

holds an MA in political science from the American University in Cairo. Her thesis, titled Culture and Development: Assessing the Potential Contribution of Traditional Crafts to Egypt's Development Agenda, discussed the main challenges and problems facing traditional artisans in Historic Cairo. Her professional career focuses on community and socio-economic development in Historic Cairo.

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Traditional Crafts

A Struggling Industry

Traditional Egyptian crafts are in danger of becoming extinct, though with support they could be a major source of revenue and pride for Egypt’s population. This is a look at how the industry operates, and what it needs.