1974 by Anwar Sadat. Mustafa Amin then returned to journalism, serving as editor of Akhbar Elyom ("News Today"). After the death of his brother Ali in 1976, Amin concentrated more on the syndicated daily column Fekra ("Idea"), which had been started by Ali in 1952. In addition to his journalism, Mustafa Amin published autobiographical works, several novels, and also wrote film screenplays. He also lectured in journalism at Cairo University and the American University of Cairo. He founded the charity Lailat al-Qadar ("Night Of The Fate"), raising millions of pounds from donations, to pay medical expenses and provide business assistance for the poor. Mustafa and Ali Amin also encouraged the celebration of Mother's Day in Egypt. Amin continued writing up until his death in 13 April 1997. Personal life Mustafa Amin married Izis Tantawi and had 2 daughters, Ratiba and Safia. Safia is also a journalist. His twin brother Ali Amin also had two daughters, Fatma and Mona. References External links Al Masry Al Youm article 1914 births 1997 deaths Journalists from Cairo Egyptian columnists Egyptian prisoners and detainees 20th-century journalists Egyptian magazine founders