Egypt marks 73rd Revolution anniversary

Egypt's ambassador to South Africa said the two countries will work for economic liberation

- Marion Smith

The Embassy of Egypt in Pretoria commemorated 73 years since the Egyptian Revolution which took place on 23 July 1952.

Ahmad Sharief, Egypt's ambassador to South Africa reviewed the historical and symbolic dimension of the revolution, and how it was a major turning point in the path of national liberation, not only in Egypt but also in various parts of the African continent.

Sharief condemned the violations of humanitarian law in the ongoing conflict in Palestine.

"On the humanitarian front, Egypt has led the global response to the Gaza crisis," he said.

"Over the past two years Egypt has been the one country that contributed the most to humanitarian aid getting into Gaza, hosting hundreds of conveys and field hospitals on its territory."

Addressing the audience in isiZulu for a portion of his speech, Sharief stressed the depth of the strategic partnership between Egypt and South Africa, as well as the history of solidarity.