An Egyptian court on Saturday set March 30 to begin hearings for a lawsuit filed against TV host Tamer Amin, charging him with making degrading remarks against Upper Egyptians. Lawyer Ashraf Nagy filed the case before the Misdemeanor Court of Nasr City in Cairo, accusing Amin of insulting and slandering the people of Upper Egypt and the countryside. It added that his remarks insulted and offended Egyptians from all walks of life, thereby “disturbing the security and public peace.”, especially on social media. The Supreme Council for Media Regulation (SCMR) issued a decision to suspend Amin and refer him to investigation due to his remarks which may incite bullying against poorer people. He assured that he feels great respect and pride for the people of Upper Egypt.

Source: Egypt Independent February 20, 2021 15:22 UTC