Wafaa Makki Acquitted in Defamation and Insult Case

Egypt's Economic Court acquitted actress Wafaa Makki of charges involving defamation, verbal abuse, and the alleged assault of a journalist.

  Mon , July 20 2026 / 06:07 PM Updated At: 2026-07-20 18:07:12

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Economic Court Issues Verdict

Egypt's Economic Court has acquitted actress Wafaa Makki of charges of defamation, verbal abuse, and allegedly insulting a journalist.

The ruling concluded the legal proceedings after the court reviewed the evidence presented in the case.

Case Background

The lawsuit stemmed from a complaint filed by a woman who alleged that Wafaa Makki verbally insulted her after being asked to pay the remaining installments for a laptop purchased through an installment plan.

Installment Payment Dispute

According to the complaint, the actress paid part of the laptop's installments before allegedly stopping further payments.

The complainant claimed she was subjected to verbal abuse after requesting the outstanding balance.

Court Decision

After reviewing the case, the Economic Court ruled in favor of Wafaa Makki, acquitting her of all charges related to the lawsuit.


What was the court's ruling?

The Economic Court acquitted actress Wafaa Makki of all charges.

What charges did she face?

She was accused of defamation, verbal abuse, and insulting a journalist.

What caused the dispute?

The dispute arose over unpaid installments for a laptop purchased through an installment plan.

Which court handled the case?

The case was heard by Egypt's Economic Court.

What was the final outcome?

The court dismissed the charges and acquitted Wafaa Makki of the allegations.

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