Egypt could earn up to $9bn annually from digital talent exports: WorkShift Summit
Egypt could generate between $5bn and $9bn in annual revenues from exporting digital services and remote work talent if the government achieves its target of creating 630,000 jobs through digital services exports by 2029, according to Nermeen El-Nemr, Founder of
Egypt’s headline inflation eases to 14.6% in May; core rate steady at 13.8%
Egypt’s annual urban consumer price inflation eased to 14.6% in May 2026 from 14.9% in April, the Central Agency for Public Mobilisation and Statistics (CAPMAS) said in a statement on Wednesday, even as inflation on a monthly basis accelerated to
Finance Ministry launches initiative with start-ups to develop smart public services
Egypt’s Minister of Finance, Ahmed Kouchouk, announced a new initiative to collaborate with start-ups in developing smart solutions aimed at enhancing government performance and improving the services provided to citizens. “We are open to all innovative ideas and technological solutions
Egypt identifies 61,000 companies eligible for bourse listing as investment authority, EGX deepen cooperation
Some 61,000 joint-stock companies in Egypt are eligible to benefit from the advantages of listing on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX), representing a promising opportunity to deepen the capital market and expand the base of listed companies, Mohamed Awad, Chief Executive
Egypt, World Bank discuss expanding strategic cooperation on food security, rural development
Egypt’s Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk, met with Meskerem Brhane, the World Bank’s Regional Director for Sustainable Development for the Middle East and North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation in support of
Egypt, Syria explore energy cooperation to support recovery of Syrian oil sector
Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Karim Badawi, held talks with Syria’s Minister of Energy, Mohammad Al-Bashir, during a visit to the United States, exploring opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation in the oil and gas sector and support the
Egypt launches commercial trial operations at Safaga 2 Multipurpose Terminal
Egypt’s Minister of Transport, Kamel Al-Wazir, witnessed the launch of commercial trial operations at the new Safaga 2 Multipurpose Terminal, marking a significant milestone in the country’s strategy to position itself as a regional hub for transport, logistics, and transit
FEI’s Precious Metals Division establishes export committee to drive gold, jewelry exports
The Gold and Precious Metals Division of the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) has announced the formation of a specialised export committee as part of efforts to support the government’s strategy of boosting industrial exports and expanding the international presence
Egypt, World Bank discuss financing for water security, climate adaptation projects
Egypt’s Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Sewilam, held talks with World Bank officials on strengthening cooperation in water management, climate adaptation, and sustainable development, as the country continues to face mounting pressure on its limited water resources. According
Egypt targets 4.8-5.2% economic growth in FY 2026/27, rising to 6.8% by 2030: Rostom
Egypt’s Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Ahmed Rostom, said the government is targeting economic growth of between 4.8% and 5.2% in fiscal year 2026/27, adopting a cautious approach amid ongoing regional instability and global economic uncertainty, while laying the