The State Of Media Laws In Egypt

General Introduction

Egypt is viewed as the most popular country in the region in terms of media and advertising.  Arabic is the official language, while English and French are widely spoken amongst the educated class. Islam is the main religion of the State (about 90% of the population are Muslims).

Media and Advertising Laws in Egypt

There are two major regulations for advertising in Egypt:

• Art. 5 of the Civil Code which stipulates that "The exercise of a right is considered unlawful in the following cases 1) If the sole aim thereof is to harm another person; 2) If the benefit it is desired to realize is out of proportion to the harm caused thereby to another person; 3) If the benefit it is desired to realize in unlawful."