VOICED: At Egypt's step-pyramid, vendors wait for tourists

The video discusses the impact of the political uprising on tourism in Saqqara, highlighting the economic challenges faced by locals due to a significant drop in tourist numbers. It explores how residents are adapting by seeking alternative income sources and expresses hope for tourism recovery with new leadership.

What major event led to the decline in tourist visits to the Saqqara Palm Club?

• A natural disaster

• A health pandemic

• An economic recession

• The fall of Hosni Mubarak's regime

What are the main sources of income for the region around Saqqara?

• Banking and finance

• Mining and fishing

• Tourism and agriculture

• Technology and manufacturing

How are employees in the local bazaars affected by the decline in tourism?

• They have increased job opportunities

• They struggle financially due to commission-based pay

• They are paid a fixed salary

• They receive government subsidies

What additional job did some locals take up to supplement their income?

• Construction work

• Farming

• Taxi driving

• Teaching

What is the government's prediction regarding the return of tourism?

• It will depend on international travel policies

• It will take several years

• It will return within a few months after a new president is elected

• It will never return to previous levels