Monday, 25 May 2026
President El-Sisi commemorates 150 years of Al-Ahram newspaper
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi took to his official Facebook page to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Al-Ahram newspaper.
In a post, he congratulated the esteemed institution and its staff, acknowledging its significant role in shaping public awareness and knowledge in both Egypt and the wider Arab world.
"Today, we celebrate 150 years since the founding of the venerable Al-Ahram newspaper, which has embraced intellectual, literary, and scientific peaks since its establishment," President El-Sisi wrote.
He praised the publication for nurturing generations of prominent journalists and for its substantial contribution to forming consciousness and disseminating knowledge.
He concluded by extending his warmest congratulations to the Al-Ahram Foundation, its journalists, administrators, employees, and readers.
Founded in 1875 by two Lebanese brothers, Beshara and Salim Takla, Al-Ahram (meaning "The Pyramids") is one of the oldest and most influential newspapers in the Arab world. Originally established in Alexandria, it moved its headquarters to Cairo in 1899.
Throughout its long history, Al-Ahram has been a platform for some of the Arab world's most prominent thinkers, writers, and journalists.
It has played a critical role in documenting key historical events and shaping public discourse in the region.
As a state-owned publication, it has often reflected the official viewpoints of the Egyptian government, yet it remains a central and highly respected source of news and analysis for millions of readers.