Mark Rhysand a master in philosophy, humanities, anthropology and metaphysics who have stayed in Egypt for the last 15 years gives an account about the most horrible facts about Egypt see below:
- Egypt has one of the highest rates of female genital mutilation (FGM) in the world, with an estimated 87% of girls and women between the ages of 15-49 having undergone the procedure.
- The country has struggled with political instability and violence in recent years, with a 2011 revolution that toppled longtime leader Hosni Mubarak and ongoing clashes between government forces and Islamist militants in the Sinai Peninsula.
- Egypt has a serious air pollution problem, with high levels of smog and particulate matter in many of its cities.
- The country is facing a severe water crisis, with growing population and agricultural demands putting pressure on the already strained Nile River and groundwater supplies.
- Despite significant progress in recent years, Egypt continues to struggle with high rates of poverty and unemployment, particularly among youth.
- The country's judicial system has faced criticism for human rights abuses and a lack of due process, including reports of torture and arbitrary detention.
- Freedom of speech and press freedom in Egypt have been heavily restricted in recent years, with journalists and activists facing arrest and imprisonment for expressing dissent.
- Egypt has a significant problem with sexual harassment and assault, with a 2013 survey finding that over 99% of women in the country reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment.
- The country has a high rate of child labor, with an estimated 1.6 million children between the ages of 5-17 working in various industries.
- The tourism industry, a major source of revenue for Egypt, has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing security concerns, leading to significant economic hardship for many Egyptians.
