People of the Nile

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Sociopolitical Documentary hosted by Sherif Helal, published by Al-Jazeera broadcasted as part of Al-Jazeera World series in 2015 - English narration

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This film takes an intimate look at the everyday lives of two families living on the Nile. Salama Saeed left school when he was 12 years old to become a fisherman. Back then, fishing was a profitable job; now, it's a hand-to-mouth existence, as fish stocks have steadily depleted. Saeed, his wife and three children live on a boat near Giza. Every day, he takes his two young sons to the shore so they can go to school. Saeed is now trying to save money for his younger daughter's dowry. Sayed Al Sayed was born on the Nile and lives on a boat with his wife and two little daughters. His parents also live on a boat. Unlike Saeed, Sayed doesn't have an identity card. Being unregistered means it's difficult for him to seek medical treatment for him and his family.