by Jihad Abaza and Nehal El-Sherif

Students at private universities in Egypt are the latest group to feel the cash crisis in Egypt. The government’s recent decision to float the pound suddenly doubled the fees for the second semester starting in January. While their families are part of the privileged society, their suffering ultimately affects lower income groups who provide services for them.

by Jihad Abaza and Nehal El-Sherif

Students at private universities in Egypt are the latest group to feel the cash crisis in Egypt. The government’s recent decision to float the pound suddenly doubled the fees for the second semester starting in January. While their families are part of the privileged society, their suffering ultimately affects lower income groups who provide services for them.

Disclaimer: Some sources for this piece wished to be only identified by their first name or remain fully anonymous, because they fear repercussions or stigmatisation. Their full names are known to Correspondents.