The media personality Amr El-Leithy has completed recording special episodes of his program "One of the People," filmed inside Sayyida Nafisa Mosque after its comprehensive renovation. These episodes are part of Egypt's broader plan to develop mosques and focus on the restoration of sacred places in general, with special emphasis on historic Cairo and the mosques of Ahl al-Bayt.
The episodes aim to highlight the efforts that have gone into renewing Sayyida Nafisa Mosque, showcasing what has been accomplished in the renovation, including facade restoration, infrastructure improvements, and updates to lighting and sound systems. The mosque's courtyard has also been renovated while preserving the traditional Islamic architectural style, ensuring a harmonious blend of modernity and heritage. Furthermore, the surrounding square and the streets leading to the mosque have been upgraded, contributing to the broader project to develop historic Cairo.
Through these special episodes, Amr El-Leithy engages in a conversation with Sheikh Ramadan Abdel-Maez and Sheikh Ali Allah El-Gamal, the imam and preacher of Sayyida Nafisa Mosque. They discuss the history of Ahl al-Bayt, the birth of Sayyida Nafisa, and the significance of this site in Islamic history. The episodes also focus on the development efforts in the surrounding area to make it an attraction for locals and visitors from all over the world.
The episodes will also highlight the broader development project of historic Cairo, a major initiative aimed at revitalizing the city's ancient landmarks and improving the quality of life in this heritage-rich area. The program will also feature restoration work in the buildings around the mosque and the development of roads and facilities, contributing to enhancing the site's tourism and religious significance.
The episodes are scheduled to air next week, on Sunday and Monday, on Al-Hayat TV, and the program’s audience is eagerly anticipating them to learn more about the changes that have taken place in the mosque and its surroundings.
In other news regarding Amr El-Leithy, he has formally apologized to Mohamed Nawar, the head of Egyptian Radio, for his decision to step down from hosting the program "Kalimaten w Bas" on the General Program. Amr El-Leithy had participated in hosting the program, which featured recordings of the late actor Fouad El-Mohandes. The decision was due to his other media commitments, which required more focus. Mohamed Nawar accepted the apology and expressed his gratitude for the efforts put into the program over the past four years, during which Amr El-Leithy presented it without any financial compensation, out of respect for the program's value and their shared mission to enrich the Egyptian media scene.
Through his program "Kalimaten w Bas," Amr El-Leithy presented many segments that addressed significant cultural and artistic topics, making the program one of the most beloved among audiences. The episodes, particularly those featuring the works of the late Fouad El-Mohandes, garnered significant interaction from viewers, especially fans of his recordings that were featured each week.
Details about Amr El-Leithy’s future plans are expected to be announced soon, following the great success he achieved in hosting many successful programs like "One of the People" and "Kalimaten w Bas." The audience eagerly awaits more of his works that combine social and artistic topics, reflecting his ongoing commitment to his media responsibility of raising awareness and maintaining effective communication with different segments of society.
It’s worth noting that Amr El-Leithy is one of the few media figures who have managed to attract a wide audience across various age groups and social categories by offering meaningful and diverse content, making him hugely popular over many years. He is known for his ability to handle sensitive and important issues with professionalism and expertise, earning the trust of his viewers across the Arab world.
Finally, the special episodes filmed inside Sayyida Nafisa Mosque represent one of the key projects that shed light on government efforts to improve and restore historic religious sites. They also document the changes that will contribute to enhancing Egypt’s position as a cultural and religious center. These episodes also serve as a unique opportunity to document the ongoing development works as part of the historic Cairo project, aimed at reviving this area, which holds significant importance in both Egypt’s and the Islamic world’s history.
