An Egyptian archaeological mission from the Supreme Council of Antiquities has uncovered a group of rock-cut tombs dating back to the Old Kingdom during the current excavation season at the Qubbet El-Hawa necropolis in Aswan. The discovery was announced in a statement by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, noting that the tombs feature burial shafts and chambers. Preliminary studies indicate that the tombs date to the Old Kingdom and were later reused during the First Intermediate Period and the Middle Kingdom, underscoring the site’s sustained prominence across successive historical eras. Excavations are ongoing, with the Egyptian mission continuing efforts to uncover additional tombs and artefacts. The Qubbet El-Hawa necropolis includes burials dating from the early Old Kingdom through to the Greco-Roman period, reflecting its long-standing historical and cultural significance.

Source: Daily News Egypt February 22, 2026 17:23 UTC