Despite the turmoil and economic stagnation in the country, Egypt's youth are not standing still pursuing their dreams, making advances where they can.

Take a look at these 9 designers and illustrators that are rising to the top of their industry:

1 . Momen Ayad

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2.  Hussein Mahmoud

3.  Karim Adam

4.  Mohammed Adel

5.  Ahmed Mostafa Rezk

6. Hany Abbas

7. Ahmed Selim

8. Ahmed Nady

9. Mohammed Helmy