A question of control
Men's perceptions of their own sexuality go a long way toward explaining the social function of female genital mutilation. A recent study, writes Mariz Tadros, finds a link between male insecurities and FGM
During a heat wave, the most intelligent place to be is probably on the Nile -- floating placidly along and drinking in the intrepid breezes still struggling for life in the steaming city. For the fishermen, though, it is the day's catch, not the weather, that will make all the difference. Photographer Ola Seif captured the casting of the nets at sunset, when the luxury of optimism is still affordable
