VOICED: Who needs men? A new social trend for Egyptian women

The video explores a women-only cafe in Cairo where Aisha, a 30-year-old woman, finds a space to relax away from male judgment. The cafe, created to meet a demand and align with Islamic values, is part of a trend among Egypt's middle-class women seeking a stricter form of Islam with roots in Saudi Arabia. While some see this as a constraint based on misinterpreted religious beliefs, others view it as a personal choice. As summer approaches, these women plan to visit women-only beaches, highlighting their desire for freedom and personal expression.

What trend is the cafe a part of among Egypt's middle-class women?

How do the views of Hysham and her friends differ regarding the women-only spaces?