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
Madbouly opens industrial expansions in automotive, pharmaceutical, and food sectors
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly highlighted Egypt’s accelerating industrial development agenda during a tour of major manufacturing facilities in 6th of October City, where he inaugurated new production lines and reviewed expansion projects in the automotive, pharmaceutical, and food industries. The
Egypt stresses water-food security link at Africa Forward Summit
Egypt’s Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Sewilam, underscored that sustainable water management is essential for strengthening food security and improving the resilience of Africa’s agricultural systems against climate change and water scarcity. According to the ministry, Sewilam
Egypt receives 510,000 tonnes of food imports in one week, Russia leads suppliers
Egypt’s National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) has reported a steady inflow of food imports during the final week of March and early April, alongside intensified monitoring measures to ensure product safety and protect consumer health. According to the NFSA’s General
Egypt’s SCZONE signs $13m deals for food, fertiliser projects in Sokhna
Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) signed two contracts on Wednesday for industrial projects in the Sokhna Industrial Zone worth a combined $13m (EGP 609m) to manufacture food products and fertilisers. Waleed Gamal El-Din, Chairperson of the SCZONE, oversaw the
UAE ranks among top 10 markets for Egyptian processed food exports, reaching $196m
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as one of the top 10 export destinations for Egyptian processed food products, with exports valued at $196m in 2024, reflecting the growing presence and competitiveness of Egyptian food manufacturers in Gulf markets,
Egypt initiates executive steps to establish specialised Food University in partnership with Japan
Egypt has commenced executive procedures to establish a specialised “Food University” aimed at supporting national food security and sustainable development, the Education Development Fund (EDF) announced. The project, which is being implemented in partnership with Japan’s Hiroshima University and the
Egypt’s urban inflation eases to 12.3% in November as food price pressures subside: CBE
Annual urban headline inflation in Egypt eased slightly to 12.3% in November 2025, down from 12.5% in October, according to the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE). The moderation was mainly driven by a slowdown in food price inflation, which declined
IFC, Kazyon strengthen partnership to boost Morocco’s food retail sector
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is expanding its partnership with Kazyon Group to support the development of Morocco’s discount grocery retail sector. This initiative aims to improve access to quality food and create tens of thousands of jobs, particularly for
Minister of Supply discusses retail sector development with Panda
Minister of Supply and Internal Trade Sherif Farouk held an extensive meeting with Panda Retail Company, a leading player in the retail sector, to explore avenues for foreign investment and bolster Egypt’s food distribution system. The discussions focused on enhancing