Egypt: Law No. 180 of 2018 on Press, Media, and the Supreme Council for Media Regulation including content moderation authority governance entered into force

On 28 August 2018, Law No. 180 of 2018 on Press, Media, and the Supreme Council for Media Regulation (SCMR) partially entered into force. Entities, institutions, press, media outlets, and websites are required to comply with the provisions of the law and its executive regulation within six months of the enforcement of the executive regulation. The law reorganising and expanding the authority of the SCMR as an independent body responsible for overseeing media and electronic content in Egypt (Articles 68-72). The SCMR is tasked with setting standards for media performance, ensuring compliance with professional ethics, and addressing complaints related to media content. It has the authority to issue licences, monitor media activities, and impose penalties for violations, including the suspension or revocation of licences. The SCMR operates independently, with its decisions subject to judicial review.