Egypt, where ancient echoes meet a vibrant, modern pulse

Celebrating Timeless Charm and Vibrant Spirit

Rebranding a country like Egypt isn't just a job; it’s a massive, exhilarating challenge that we jumped into with all our hearts. Working alongside the team at Something More Near, we wanted to move away from the clichés and show the world the Egypt we see: a place where 5,000 years of history live side-by-side with a buzzing, modern energy.

A logo with a secret heartbeat

We obsessed over the details. At the core of the new identity is a custom font we designed to feel both solid and fluid. Look closely at the logo, and you’ll see the letter ‘T’ gently transform into an Ankh, the ancient symbol of life. It’s our way of connecting the past to the present in a single stroke, making the brand easier to read without losing that unique Egyptian soul.

Colours of the Earth and the Sun

Our palette wasn't picked from a book; it was inspired by the sand, the Nile, and the vibrant street art of Cairo. We didn't just want to "rebrand" a nation; we wanted to celebrate its eternal charm and that unstoppable, creative spirit that makes Egypt unlike anywhere else on Earth.

Impact

Commissioned by Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities as part of the country’s official tourism identity, the Experience Egypt rebrand supports a national platform designed to present the destination beyond its ancient icons, from culture and heritage to nature, cities and contemporary travel experiences. Since the identity launched, Egypt’s tourism sector has continued to gain global momentum, reaching record visitor numbers and becoming part of a wider national ambition to grow tourism to 30 million visitors annually. The result is a flexible destination brand built for one of the world’s most recognisable countries, at a moment of renewed international attention.

Egyptian rebrand colors
Egyptian rebrand colors

The first pigment, invented in Egypt thousands of years ago

The beautiful sunsets and coral reefs

Egyptian rebrand colors

The gold of the majestic Pharaohs

To reflect the Red Sea

Credits

Design:
Yarza Twins

Logo typography:
Yarza Twins

Typography:
Denis Serebryakov, Type Today

Strategy:
Something More Near

Production:
Something More Near

Brand voice:
Something More Near

Photography:
Ahmed Hassan, Amina Mahmoud

Web design:
Yarza Twins, Hoda Ali

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