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Egypt Independent
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Egypt Independent
Degwy family dispute seeing positive developments: Lawyer
The legal representative of Nawal al-Degwy, Mohamed Shehata, on Sunday announced positive new developments in the family crisis between Degwy's grandchildren. During a telephone interview with TV host Lamis al-Hadidi on the'Last Word' (Kalema Akhera) TV show, Shehata explained that 'An important family meeting was held last night, attended by Amr al-Degwy and Mahy and Angie Mansour (daughters of Mona al-Degwy). The meeting lasted approximately four hours at the home of a close friend for the family, a person trusted and respected by all parties.' 'I participated in this meeting via phone for part of its four-hour duration, and the entire meeting focused on ending all existing disputes.' He revealed that 'Everyone agreed on one conviction: that external forces played a role in creating discord and conflict within this family.' 'This family was ideal, connected, and loving, but certain people close to some parties interfered and tampered with the family's bonds, which led to the situation we find ourselves in today.' He explained that at the end of the meeting, there was a clear directive issued to the lawyers representing both parties: 'It was agreed to hold intensive sessions between the lawyers with the aim of settling all cases and disputes as quickly as possible, which have so far reached approximately fifty cases.' Shehata added, 'Indeed, and in accordance with these directives, since 9:00 am this morning, I sat with Amr el-Degwy's new legal advisor, a respected lawyer specializing in dispute resolution. The meeting was fruitful, and we witnessed a genuine seriousness in reaching solutions and ending the crisis.' He explained that Saturday's meeting was the first in two years, specifically with Amr al-Degwy, adding that the late Ahmed al-Degwy had also engaged in serious negotiations for a settlement in February and that he had met with him once or twice. Shehata said, 'I met with him once or twice, and frankly, there was an intention to resolve the disputes last February. The sessions were supervised by Nawal al-Degwy, who limited them to family reunification.' Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm
Egypt Independent
2 days ago
- Politics
- Egypt Independent
Degwy family lawyer reveals details of the fortune distribution
The legal representative for Nawal al-Degwy and her two granddaughters, Mohamed Shehata, revealed the fate of the shares between the heirs of Sherif al-Degwy's sons and Mona al-Degwy's daughters such the ownership structure of the companies and institutions under dispute. During a telephone interview with TV host Lamis al-Hadidi on the 'Last Word' (Kalema Akhera) TV show, Shehata said, 'This issue has more than one aspect.' 'Discussing the estate of a living person is a sensitive matter, but the settlement currently underway, sponsored by Nawal el-Degwy, to reunite the family, is still being discussed between institutions and companies and is the subject of negotiations,' Shehata said, adding 'I am optimistic that we will reach a quick solution to this issue.' In response to Al-Hadidi's question: 'Has the late Mona al-Degwy's will actually been opened in the past few days?' Shehata replied: 'Indeed, that happened. A year before her passing, the late Mona al-Degwy had deposited a sealed will at the Real Estate Registry. It was opened and reviewed a few days ago.' He continued: 'In it, she bequeathed a third of her entire estate to her two daughters, Engy and Mahy. I was appointed by the deceased to be the executor of that will.' In response to al-Hadidi's question: 'Is the third she bequeathed outside the (Islamic) legal inheritance?' Shehata said: 'Yes, the third does not include the (Islamic) legal inheritance. Egyptian law allows for a bequest to an heir, as Nawal al-Degwy will inherit one-sixth (from her daughter Mona's estate), and her two daughters will have a share outside the will. The remaining percentage will be distributed among the males of the family, who are Ahmed al-Degwy's heirs: Amr al-Degwy and Mohamed.' Shehata continued: 'Egyptian law also stipulates that the implementation of wills and inheritance begins with the payment of all debts owed by the deceased. Then the will is given, which may not, under any circumstances, exceed one-third, as Mona al-Degwy did. Then, the remainder of the estate after the one-third allocated by the will is distributed according to the legal shares among the grandmother, the two granddaughters, and the grandsons.' Hadidi interrupted him, asking, 'Have you taken stock of this inheritance or what she has left behind?' Shehata replied, 'The inventory process is underway, and it will be part of the comprehensive settlement of all disputes, because we are eager to ensure that no blemish remains in this family.'
Al-Ahram Weekly
3 days ago
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Zamalek conclude league campaign with 2-0 win over Pharco - Egyptian Football
Third-placed Zamalek ended their disappointing Egyptian League season with a 2-0 victory over Pharco FC in the final matchday of the playoff stage at Cairo International Stadium on Saturday. Midfielders Mohamed Shehata and youngster Mohamed El-Sayed scored for Zamalek in each half, securing a morale-boosting result for the White Knights ahead of their Cup final on 5 June against Pyramids. Despite dominating possession in the first half, Zamalek struggled to create clear scoring opportunities. Shehata broke the deadlock in the 26th minute, latching onto a cross from left-back Ahmed Fatouh outside the box to unleash a stunning 25-meter right-footed strike into the bottom-left corner, marking his second league goal of the season. The Cairo-based side continued to face challenges in breaching Pharco's resolute defense, which remained organized in thwarting Zamalek's attempts to extend their lead. In the fifth minute of stoppage time, Shehata tested the woodwork with another long-range effort, striking the left post before the ball rebounded off goalkeeper Mohamed Nadim into his grasp. After the break, interim coach Ayman El-Ramady introduced Nasser Maher, Mohamed El-Sayed, and Mostafa El-Zenary for Nabil Emad, Abdallah El-Said, and Omar Gaber. Six minutes into the second half, right-winger Ahmed 'Esho' Abdel-Rahman struck the crossbar with a close-range left-footed shot. El-Ramady's 58th-minute substitution of veteran skipper Mahmoud 'Shikabala' Abdel-Razek proved decisive, as the Zamalek star delivered a precise cross from the left for El-Sayed to tap home from close range. Pharco FC's players appealed for a penalty four minutes later when striker Ahmed Sherif fell in the box, but the referee upheld the decision to continue play following a VAR review. Zamalek dominated the remainder of the match but failed to capitalize on further chances. The result lifted Zamalek to 47 points, finishing 11 points behind league champions Ahly and nine adrift of second-placed Pyramids FC, while Pharco FC retained seventh spot with 32 points. Zamalek now shift focus to their Egypt Cup final showdown against Pyramids FC on Thursday, aiming to secure silverware after a frustrating campaign. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Newsweek
22-05-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Access Health: NCQA President: Quality Systems Manage This "Like Crazy"
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Each week, I jot down a few quotes that stick with me. Sometimes they're from interviews, other times they're from news articles or LinkedIn posts and—occasionally—I dig around in an industry report and get a nugget of solid gold. This week, my favorite quote was from Dennis Dahlen, CFO of Mayo Clinic and one of many contributors to the HFMA's new report, "The Healthcare CFO of the Future." "We can disappoint pretty profoundly in health care," Dahlen said. "The way we can make some progress around the consumer experience is by making sure we're not disappointing customers." Now, for a quote to make my all-star list, it must contain some element of surprise. The content of this one didn't catch me off guard, but the speaker did. I've heard CEOs and CNOs and even chief AI officers acknowledge the pitfalls of patient care, but coming from a CFO? Most of my conversations with finance chiefs have centered on budgets and bottom lines, expressing more concern for disappointed board members, donors or (in some cases) shareholders. As I pondered this, I realized I call CFOs to talk about a pretty limited list of topics: earnings reports, mergers, the occasional hospital closure. If I ask anything big picture, I'm typically directed to the CEO with the same energy my dad gave when I'd ask to go to a party as a kid: "I don't know. Ask your mother. Come back if you need $20." But the tides are shifting, according to the HFMA's report, based off a survey of 116 industry CFOs. Ninety percent of respondents agreed that new CFOs face a more challenging road to success than their predecessors. Their scope is expanding, requiring them to partake in conversations about value-based care, consumer experiences and risk management. This didn't happen overnight. The CFO role has been evolving for three decades, per the HFMA. But now—especially with the advent of AI and an increasingly unpredictable geopolitical situation—the demands on CFOs are really revving up. On Wednesday morning, I hopped on a call with Ashraf Shehata, principal and U.S. sector leader for health care at KPMG and a contributor to the HFMA's report. I asked him why 88 percent of CFOs think they'll spend more time on strategy over the next three years. Ultimately, they'll have to consider a fuller slate of fast-moving factors and craft more nimble plans, he told me. "In the past, we were able to lay out strategies that may span two to five years," Shehata said. "Now you can see strategy revised, edited, built, redeveloped in 30-, 60-, 90-day periods." The whole C-suite will have to rally around the CFO and provide them with the metrics they need to create a living, breathing business plan, Shehata continued. Financially successful health systems will leverage tech and predictive analytics to bring insights to the CFO's office in real time. "The higher performing organizations are the ones that establish very strong interpersonal communications and collaboration across the C-suite," Shehata said. "We've always read about it, we've always been part of it through our business training, but now it's becoming a reality and we're actually seeing the data." CFOs and colleagues, what do you make of all this? Let me know at Join Newsweek in Sonoma, California in June to learn how AI is impacting business across industries: including health care. Click here to apply for a complimentary pass. Essential Reading What happens when the CEOs of CHAI and the chief data scientist of Duke Health and a health AI lawyer get together? You learn a lot about AI governance. On Tuesday, I moderated Newsweek's virtual panel "Health Care's AI Playbook: Building Safe, Smart and Scalable Systems." We discussed vendor transparency, post-market surveillance and the risks and rewards of a public AI registry like CHAI's(among other things.) If you missed the live conversation, you can watch the full webinar and read a recap here , courtesy of my colleague Lauren Giella. On Tuesday, I moderated Newsweek's virtual panel "Health Care's AI Playbook: Building Safe, Smart and Scalable Systems." We discussed vendor transparency, post-market surveillance and the risks and rewards of a public AI registry like CHAI's(among other things.) House Republicans were still working overtime to pass President Donald Trump's so-called "big beautiful" spending bill at the time of writing on Wednesday, May 21. The packagewould implement work requirements for Medicaid recipients above the federal poverty line, increase co-pays and mandate more frequent eligibility verifications. It would also prohibit Medicaid from funding gender-affirming care for children, would restrict non-profits from providing abortion services. If the bill becomes law, it could result in 7.6 million fewer Americans being insured. During a Tuesday webinar, several Catholic health system leaders urged Congress to rethink the cuts. Providence CEO Erik Wexler said health care is facing a "poly-crisis" including "inflation, labor shortage, tariffs, but most impactfully, what is being proposed in Congress right now, to cut Medicaid." Meanwhile, NewYork-Presbyterian laid off 2 percent of its systemwide workforce, or approximately 1,000 employees. The system said "macroeconomic realities and anticipated challenges ahead" spurred the decision, the Rockland/Westchester Journal News reported. NYP didn't elaborate, but health system leaders across the country have been clear: What happens in Congress will undoubtedly pose new financial challenges for health care organizations. at the time of writing on Wednesday, May 21. The packagewould implement work requirements for Medicaid recipients above the federal poverty line, increase co-pays and mandate more frequent eligibility verifications. It would also prohibit Medicaid from funding gender-affirming care for children, would restrict non-profits from providing abortion services. Cleveland Clinic struck a new three-way partnership with Oracle and G42 , the Abu Dhabi-born technology holding group. They intend to develop an "AI-based healthcare delivery platform" that is secure and scalable, starting with patient populations in the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates. The platform also aims to support precision medicine and "the transition from reactive treatment to proactive wellbeing," according to a joint news release. , the Abu Dhabi-born technology holding group. They intend to develop an "AI-based healthcare delivery platform" that is secure and scalable, starting with patient populations in the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates. The platform also aims to support precision medicine and "the transition from reactive treatment to proactive wellbeing," according to a joint news release. UnitedHealth Group paid nursing homes thousands of dollars to reduce hospital transfers for sick patients, leading to several cases of delayed or prohibited care, according to an investigation published Wednesday in The Guardian. leading to several cases of delayed or prohibited care, according to an investigation published Wednesday in The Guardian. "To reduce residents' hospital visits, UnitedHealth has offered nursing homes an array of financial sweeteners that sounded more like they came from stockbrokers than medical professionals," wrote Guardian investigative reporter George Joseph. wrote Guardian investigative reporter George Joseph. The paper said it investigated thousands of corporate and patient records and conducted interviews with thousands more than 20 current and former UnitedHealth and nursing home employees. It also reviewed two whistleblower declarations submitted to Congress earlier this month. UnitedHealth Group issued a 42-word statement alleging the article contained "significant factual inaccuracies," and noting that the DOJ declined to pursue litigation Pulse Check Margaret O'Kane is the founder and president of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). Margaret O'Kane is the founder and president of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). NCQA Margaret "Peggy" O'Kane is the founder and president of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). She started the organization in 1990, aiming to build consensus around key health care quality issues, measure them and drive improvement. What started as a one-person team working out of borrowed office space has evolved into a 400+ person enterprise—and a rigorous industry standard-setter. NCQA's Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) is the most widely used performance measurement tool in health care. This week, O'Kane called me from her D.C. home for a Pulse Check. Editor's Note: Some responses have been lightly edited for length. Over the past 35 years, how have you seen health care organizations change in their approach to quality? There's been a lot of consolidation and a lot of mergers. When we started, there weren't that many super large delivery systems or health plans. There's a lot of antitrust issues with some of these mergers, and people are struggling to keep some measure of competition in the market. I think it's a tough thing to have in health care, even if people do have a lot of choices. There are a lot of big players and if you're a [health] plan and you're trying to only contract with the best providers in your region, it may be that you have the best hospital, and it's associated with many mediocre or not-so-great hospitals (this happens all the time). But if you want to contract with the best one, you have to take all of them. [Another] thing that we noticed and were distressed about was, many times, reporting on quality was a pain for the providers, and especially primary care providers—and often the busiest ones were feeling most harassed by quality measurement. It's kind of what got us started on our journey towards digitalizing quality measurement. Ultimately, we think quality measures should just fall out of the care delivery process. ...There's this cliche of a doctor in pajamas with their laptop late at night filling out quality forms. We think that should never be happening. Ah, I'm familiar with that cliche! Despite digitalization efforts, doctors still have a lot of administrative work to do. What steps need to be taken to make quality reporting more efficient and less taxing on primary care providers? We started out with the idea that digitalizing quality measurement was going to do a lot of good, which we think it can. But it's actually ultimately about digitally enabling the care that people get so that if I'm going to the doctor and I have a number of health care issues, my medical record is giving the doctor some kind of cues about what we should be talking about in the visit and what things need to be followed up on—especially in busy practices, and especially for people that go in once a year. That's a tall order so that can be digitally enabled. Let me give you an example of something with pretty dramatic consequences: Type 2 diabetes. We have a lot of people in this country that have Type 2 diabetes, and if they're not managed effectively, many of them will progress to kidney failure. That is something that can be slowed by proper treatment. I remember talking to a big system that does pretty well on this [prevention], and asking, "How do you do it?" And they said, we have a registry of all our people with Type 2 diabetes, and particularly the ones that are showing signs of renal disease, and we just manage them "like crazy." We call them back in, we see what we can do to get them to lose weight, all the things that they need to do to slow that progression. So we know it's possible. And when you think about renal failure, it's a pretty terrible situation, both for the patient and for taxpayers. Cost and quality can be a trade off at times, but many times it's not a tradeoff. Many times, the better care is going to be less expensive than the failed care. To provide that upfront, proactive care management, do you feel that there needs to be a shifting of resources in the health care system? Yes. We have some value-based care models that are doing that, but they still haven't penetrated the system in a very deep way, and so we're still leaving a lot of money and quality of life on the table. Some health systems are looking to AI agents to handle this upfront care management. Read my reporting on that strategy here. C-Suite Shuffles Ascension Texas selected Jamie Youssef as its next CEO . He joins the health system from HCA Healthcare , where he was senior vice president of network development and service lines. selected as its next . He , where he was senior vice president of network development and service lines. The care coordination company Quantum Health tapped three leaders to its executive team. Saurabh Kumar was named CFO (previously, he held the same title at venture capital firm Triple Aim Partners, Kelsey-Seybold Clinics and UnitedHealth Group's employer and individual division). Mike Cooper was named chief transformation officer (most recently, he was senior vice president of strategic initiatives at Dayforce, a HR software company). And Nancy Sansom was named chief marketing and communications officer (she joins from Versapay and PlanSource, where she helmed commercial and marketing operations). tapped three leaders to its executive team. was named (previously, he held the same title at venture capital firm Triple Aim Partners, Kelsey-Seybold Clinics and UnitedHealth Group's employer and individual division). was named (most recently, he was senior vice president of strategic initiatives at Dayforce, a HR software company). And was named (she joins from Versapay and PlanSource, where she helmed commercial and marketing operations). Gordon Wesley is the new chief strategy and clinical integration officer for UChicago Medicine AdventHealth. Most recently, he served as vice president of the Heart, Lung and Vascular Institute at AdventHealth in Orlando. Executive Edge Antoine Robiliard is the vice president of health solutions at Withings. Antoine Robiliard is the vice president of health solutions at Withings. Withings Antoine Robiliard is the vice president of health solutions at Withings, a France-based health tech company focused on remote monitoring solutions. You might recall that they invented the first smart scale back in 2009. Robiliard's work at Withings has taken him around the world, allowing him to live in Paris, Shanghai and now Boston. Like many health care executives I speak with, he enjoys immersing himself in new cultures—but sometimes, incessant demands from his phone and computer put a damper on those adventures. This week, I connected with Robiliard to learn how he is balancing a busy work schedule with family life and his own wellbeing. Here's what he said: "By the beginning of 2024, my health was at an all-time low. My metrics were all going in the wrong direction—I was barely walking 5,000 steps per day, and my sleep apnea was rapidly worsening. This was a moment of clarity: I realized I had to make changes to my daily habits if I wanted to get healthier. My metrics were all going in the wrong direction—I was barely walking 5,000 steps per day, and my sleep apnea was rapidly worsening. This was a moment of clarity: I realized I had to make changes to my daily habits if I wanted to get healthier. "Walking has helped immensely. It's the best medicine and it's free. I'm committed to walking everywhere: to work, to pick up my children from day care, during phone calls that don't require me to be at my desk and even after dinner. I've more than doubled my steps now and this simple yet powerful habit has improved energy and overall well-being. One of my favorite activities in Boston is walking with my children to the South Boston beaches, especially on the weekends. Compared to France, one of the greatest advantages of living in Boston is how easy it is to get outside and discover new places on the weekends; so many spots are just a short drive away. to work, to pick up my children from day care, during phone calls that don't require me to be at my desk and even after dinner. and this simple yet powerful habit has improved energy and overall well-being. One of my favorite activities in Boston is walking with my children to the South Boston beaches, especially on the weekends. Compared to France, one of the greatest advantages of living in Boston is how easy it is to get outside and discover new places on the weekends; so many spots are just a short drive away. "I've also always loved cooking and have become more mindful about what I put on my plate. I focus on increasing my protein intake, loading up on vegetables, and balancing my meals. I'm not eating less; I'm eating smarter, without sacrificing the joy of meals —which is extremely important to me. I started packing my lunch for the office instead of buying takeout and I'm enjoying cooking dinner at home. —which is extremely important to me. I started packing my lunch for the office instead of buying takeout and I'm enjoying cooking dinner at home. "As a father of two young children, my motivation to improve my health has never been greater. I'm determined to lead by example and embrace an active and healthy lifestyle for the sake of my children. In my role at Withings, I support programs and care teams that help others manage their health. Over time, this has influenced me personally, making me more cautious and aware of my health." Before you go, when was the last time that you reflected on the ratio of decisions you make to actions you take? In this article, Dr. Victor Raúl Castillo Mantilla—president and CEO of the Hospital Internacional de Colombia and a member of Newsweek's CEO Circle—discusses the value of hands-on leadership. This is a preview of Access Health—Tap here to get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox.
Zawya
10-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Basata joins forces with Connect Money to reinforce Egypt's digital payment sector
Cairo – Leading fintech company Basata Holding for Financial Payments has partnered with Connect Money to launch 'Basata Card', according to a press release. The partnership aims to provide flexible and secure financial solutions for both merchants and individual consumers, in addition to boosting the efficiency of financial transactions and fostering the transition to a cashless digital society. The launch aligns with Basata's strategy to expand its portfolio of digital financial solutions and add new features to its services in the coming period. Meanwhile, the company plans to focus on enhancing the user financial experience and bolstering the digital payments ecosystem in Egypt. Through the new card, users will be able to withdraw cash from any ATM across Egypt and to conduct purchases online or in-store with ease and security. It also allows instant money transfers between cardholders, facilitating seamless and rapid financial transactions. For maximum security, users can immediately deactivate their cards in case of loss or theft, safeguarding their funds against unauthorized use. Karim Shehata, CEO of Basata Holding for Financial Payments, stated: 'By offering innovative solutions that empower both merchants and consumers, we remain committed to developing a more integrated and user-friendly payments ecosystem one that accelerates digital transformation and enhances transaction efficiency across the Egyptian market.' 'Basata Card stands as one of the key tools in realizing this vision. We also reaffirm our commitment to promoting financial inclusion through practical solutions that stimulate economic growth, support business sustainability, and strengthen our role as a trusted partner in the advancement of the digital payments landscape,' Shehata added. Consumers can obtain a Basata Card at any of Basata's branches across Egypt. The company offers more than 2,000 financial services through its network of over 150,000 active points of sale and digital wallets. Source: Mubasher
