Egyptian NGO Pursues Legal Action to End Concerts at the Pyramids

The Egyptian Center for Economic and Social Rights (ECESR), a non-governmental organization that represents human rights in Egypt, has filed a lawsuit with the Egyptian government to halt concerts in the area of the Pyramids of Giza.

The lawsuit:

• The filing claims that the vibrations emitted from these concerts can destabilize the stones of the pyramids.

• It also says that such events are “unauthorized activities” at the UNESCO heritage site.

• ECESR has requested that the Egyptian government reassess contracts with private event companies to ensure the proper use of public funds.

Background:

• Major electronic artist Anyma performed at the Pyramids on October 10.

• The event was organized by three promoters: P+US, MODAD, and Venture Lifestyle.