Watani Newspaper

Watani began as a weekly Sunday newspaper in Cairo, Egypt. The name "Watani" translates to "My Homeland" in Arabic. Established in 1958 by the influential Copt Antoun Sidhom (1915 – 1995), the newspaper aimed to promote a civil and democratic society in Egypt, advocating for equal citizenship rights for all Egyptians, regardless of their faith. Today, Watani continues to be published as a weekly print edition and an online news platform, maintaining its original mission. The team behind Watani sees their work as a patriotic service to all Egyptians. They focus on highlighting Coptic culture and traditions, which are often overlooked or misunderstood by mainstream media in Egypt. Watani is committed to providing its audience with high-quality, thorough, objective, and well-researched news coverage, particularly on Coptic matters, culture, heritage, and their role in Egyptian society.