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Mohamed Gad

Mohamed Gad

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Mohamed Gad is an economic journalist who, since 2004, has specialized in the Egyptian economy. His work is published in local and international newspapers, as well as on independent news websites. He has published academic work with independent research centres and human rights organizations, and has edited four books on the Egyptian economy published by Dar al-Maraya.  

The commodification of electricity in cash-strapped Egypt

As Egypt's economic situation becomes ever more precarious, seemingly secure commodities are at risk. In this article, Mohamed Gad takes a look at the history of electricity provision in Egypt, and how global finance mechanisms worsen the crisis.

20 January, 2023