April 28, 2025
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Hit TV drama sparks calls for reform of Egypt’s oppressive guardianship law

Hit TV drama sparks calls for reform of Egypt’s oppressive guardianship law

Under Guardianship, broadcast during Ramadan, highlights the issues faced by women and children after the death of a father

Two Egyptian MPs have called for a review of the country’s guardianship law, prompted by the success of a TV drama broadcast during Ramadan.

On thursday, House representatives Amira El Adly and Mohamed Ismail submitted separate requests to the speaker of the house and to the justice minister to examine the impact of a law that critics say unfairly targets women and harms families.

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