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EGYPTIAN WOMEN POST ABOUT SEX CRIMES, GOVERNMENT ACTS
July 14, 2020
Caty Weaver
Learning English VOA
Egypt is experiencing a renewed social media movement against sexual abuse that led to many accusations against a single man.
Cairo police arrested 21-year-old Ahmed Bassam Zaki at his home 10 days ago. The case has captured the country’s attention, partly because those involved come from rich and powerful families.
Women’s rights activists say they hope the government’s quick action signals a change in how the country deals with accusations of sexual wrongdoing.
More than 100 girls and women describe meeting Zaki in person and online. Their individual