Over the weekend, Muslims worldwide marked the birth of the Prophet Mohammed, Islam’s holiest figure. For VOA, Hamada Elrasam captures Egyptians seeking solace in prayer and celebration as economic hardship in the country deepens. Words by Elle Kurancid.
Egypt Celebrates Prophet’s Birthday as Cost-of-living Crisis Mounts
- By Hamada Elrasam
- Elle Kurancid
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Shopkeepers say rising prices for holiday luxuries have led to falling profits in Cairo on Oct. 8. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)
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Sheikh Mostafa Zaghlol, a prominent leader of a Sufi sect, says, “Through our practices, we try to spread love and acceptance and cope with daily stress.” In Cairo, Oct. 7, 2022. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)