A Review of al-Darb al-Ahmar Cluster in Historic Cairo

A critical analysis of the al-Darb al-Ahmar cluster in Historic Cairo reveals urgent needs to sustain and innovate traditional woodwork crafts, particularly through place-based investment and skill development. The study, combining desk research with surveys of 30 micro- and small enterprises (2022), identifies gaps in digital literacy, financial sustainability, and knowledge transmission while highlighting the cluster's cultural significance. Recommendations emphasize recognizing artisans' roles, documenting crafts to prevent disappearance, and fostering capacity building—key steps to safeguard Egypt's heritage and economic potential.

Rodriguez Echavarria, K. (2023). A Review of al-Darb al-Ahmar Cluster in Historic Cairo (Version 1). Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/ZENODO.7665604