CAIRO - 8 April 2026: The Egyptian Ministry of Local Development and Environment announced the continuation of the regular closing time for commercial establishments and cafes until 9 PM, with an additional two hours until 11 PM, starting Friday, April 10th, and continuing until Monday, April 13th.
This extension, in accordance with the Prime Minister's directives during the Easter holidays, provides Egyptians with extra respite.
Extended working hours
A responsible source at the Ministry explained that this decision activates the article that allows for extended working hours during official holidays, weekends, and religious festivals.
This is part of the state's plan to balance citizens' needs with the national energy conservation strategy.
Localities' flexibility in dealing with closure decisions
This move underscores the flexibility of local administrations in dealing with closure decisions, serving the interests of both merchants and consumers while maintaining the state's overall objectives.
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