Egypt

Tahini's brings shawarma to the US with 20 new locations

The Great Greek nears 100 locations after signing 20 franchise agreements.

During the first six months of the year, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill signed 20 domestic franchise agreements – including four multi-unit development agreements – totaling 30 future restaurants across high-growth

United Franchise Group's Bob Andersen has led The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill's growth since 2021, with international expansion ongoing.

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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, a leading fast casual brand known for its authentic flavors and elevated guest experience, is accelerating its international expansion with new restaurant openings in Canada, Australia and Egypt.

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, June 09, 2026 / 24-7PressRelease / -- The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill® is accelerating its international expansion with new restaurant openings in Canada, Australia and Egypt.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill announces 41% increase in franchise sales and $100 million in systemwide sales, with plans to surpass 100 locations and $150 million in sales by 2025.

The next big wave of business growth isn’t happening at home; it’s unfolding across borders.

GymGuyz expands into Saudi Arabia and UAE with 80 new territories.

Pizza Inn announced today a new multi-store Master Franchise Agreement partnership with Al Ruwad Hospitality Services & Restaurants Management Group in Egypt.

Happy Joe’s, has continued its international expansion with multiple new locations opening in Cairo, Giza, and the North Coast of Egypt.

Happy Joe's continued its expansion in Egypt through a 25-unit franchise agreement.

UAE's ADQ wealth fund has $199 billion in assets under management.

Investment migration experts predict hotspots for citizenship and residency in 2024, with Turkey's Citizenship by Investment program attracting over 19,000 individuals.

New cities are being built around the world, with Egypt, California, and other countries embarking on ambitious projects to address the pressing need for urban development.

The situation in Gaza is dire, with people enduring constant bombardment, displaced from their homes, and facing a humanitarian crisis.

The Middle East experienced a period of calm before recent conflicts, with Gulf states investing billions in various sectors, including manufacturing and sports teams.

The US economic power has been unable to prevent conflict in the Middle East, with aid to Gaza not reaching the region as hoped.

The article discusses the extensive financial empire of Hamas, citing its complex web of international funding and investments.

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has had devastating implications for the region’s economies.

Duck Donuts celebrated 23 domestic shop openings and 10 international locations, with 34 domestic franchise agreements sold.

Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream launched a new franchising website and welcomed new leadership to spearhead Q3 growth and franchise development.

Happy Joe's, a Midwestern pizza brand, has successfully expanded to Egypt, opening its second restaurant in the country.