CAIRO - 8 December 2024: Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, Rania Al-Mashat, highlighted that the cost of the first phase of the "Haya Karima" (Decent Life) presidential initiative for rural development amounted to LE 295.5 billion.
This came in a detailed report issued by the ministry, which outlined the progress made by the initiative up until the end of November.
The report revealed that 85.5 percent of the projects had been completed, with a total of 16,812 projects executed and the development of 100 villages at a cost of LE 21 billion, benefiting 1.2 million citizens.
The first phase has been instrumental in achieving integrated development by enhancing infrastructure and promoting human development, particularly in Upper Egypt, which received 68 percent of the allocations.
Key Achievements Across Sectors
Education
According to the report, the initiative has prioritized education by constructing and developing 15,000 classrooms, maintaining 1,300 schools, and eradicating illiteracy for 510,000 citizens.
These efforts have significantly reduced classroom overcrowding and illiteracy rates, particularly in Upper Egypt.
Water and Sanitation
Significant strides have been made in sanitation and clean water provision, with 21 wastewater treatment plants, 248 drinking water stations, and extensive network extensions completed. These efforts have substantially increased sanitation coverage and drinking water access in targeted villages.
Natural Gas and Telecommunications
Through the initiative, 506 villages have been connected to natural gas networks and expanded telecommunications infrastructure with fiber optic connections and mobile network towers, improving service access for residents.
Financial Inclusion
With LE 65 billion allocated for small and micro enterprises, over 2.9 million citizens have benefited from expanded financial services, including new bank branches, ATMs, and mobile wallets.
A Comprehensive Approach to Development
Al-Mashat highlighted that "Haya Karima" is recognized on international platforms for aligning with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring measurable outcomes within a defined timeline.
Upper Egypt continues to receive 68 percent of the first phase allocations, reflecting the initiative’s commitment to bridging development gaps and reducing multidimensional poverty, she pointed out.
The report underscores the initiative’s contribution to national projects like comprehensive health insurance and green villages, reinforcing its transformative role in shaping a sustainable and inclusive future for Egypt’s rural communities.
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