Egypt launches EGP 4bn initiative to support 10 million families on ration cards
Ahmed Kouchouk, Minister of Finance, and Sherif Farouk, Minister of Supply and Internal Trade, have reviewed the progress of implementing the presidential directive designed to provide additional financial support to 10 million vulnerable families registered on ration cards. With a total budget of EGP 4bn, this initiative is part of the broader social protection package aimed at alleviating the financial challenges faced by low-income citizens.
According to a joint statement from the Ministries of Finance and Supply & Internal Trade, EGP 2bn has been allocated from the government’s additional financial appropriations under the social protection scheme. These funds will be used by the Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade to provide an additional EGP 125 for single-person ration cards and EGP 250 for cards with two or more individuals for the months of March and April.
The disbursement of funds will begin today, benefiting around 10 million families in need. This initiative is a crucial step toward strengthening social safety nets and easing the economic burden on Egypt’s most vulnerable citizens.
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