Egypt needs 450k housing units annually to meet population growth: Minister
Egypt requires approximately 450,000 new housing units each year to accommodate the growing demand driven by population growth, according to Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities Sherif El-Sherbiny. During a recent meeting with representatives from the Coordination Committee of
Egypt’s remittances hit $23.7bn in 10M 2024, marking 45.3% growth
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) reported that remittances from Egyptians working abroad reached $23.7bn during the period from January to October 2024, representing a 45.3% increase compared to $16.3bn during the same period in 2023. This significant growth is
Banks in Egypt report EGP 426.911bn in net profits for 9M 2024
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has announced that banks operating in the Egyptian market achieved net profits of EGP 426.911bn in the first nine months of 2024. According to the latest report from the CBE, the total net return
“500500” Hospital project to enhance cancer care, says Egyptian PM
Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly convened a meeting on Tuesday to review the progress of the new National Cancer Institute in Sheikh Zayed, known as the “500500 Hospital.” The Prime Minister emphasised the hospital’s critical role in enhancing cancer treatment
Deputy FM participates in 51st Annual Conference of Association of Egyptian American Scholars
Nabil Habashi, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, participated in the 51st Annual Conference of the Association of Egyptian American Scholars, held in the New Administrative Capital on Sunday. At the conference’s opening, Habashi delivered a speech on behalf of Minister
Egypt’s ARECO, Sweden’s Sunshine Pro sign contract for solar panel manufacturing project
A significant partnership aimed at boosting Egypt’s renewable energy sector was solidified on Tuesday with the signing of a contract for the establishment of a solar panel manufacturing plant. The agreement, signed at the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) headquarters,
Major banks support financing for Robbiki Leather City factories
Cairo for Investment and Real Estate Developments (CIRA) has announced an exclusive opportunity to acquire 43 fully equipped factories for leather production in the third phase of Robbiki Leather City. This offering marks a significant milestone in advancing Egypt’s leather
Deputy PM urges Canadian companies to invest in Egypt, offering support for industrial development
Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel Al-Wazir, met with Ulric Shannon, the Canadian Ambassador to Cairo, to discuss strengthening cooperation in the fields of industry and transport. Al-Wazir underscored his commitment to advancing
Egyptian banking alliance grants EGP 4.235bn to Al-Zahi Group for development projects
Three leading Egyptian banks—the National Bank of Egypt (NBE), Banque Misr, and QNB AlAhli—have extended joint financing worth EGP 4.235bn to Al-Zahi Group. This financing aims to support key development projects, with NBE serving as the lead arranger, financing marketer,
Egyptian business delegation to visit Morocco to strengthen investment, trade ties
The Egyptian-Moroccan Joint Business Council, led by Nezar Abou-Ismail, convened its inaugural meeting to discuss strategies for enhancing communication and collaboration between the two countries, with a focus on boosting investments and trade. Abou-Ismail highlighted the council’s discussions on overcoming