Egypt Allocates EGP 7.3B for 180 Projects in Damietta

Minister of Planning Rania Al-Mashat announced that Damietta governorate will receive EGP 7.3 billion in public investments for 180 development projects under Egypt’s 2024/2025 national plan, excluding projects under the “Haya Karima” rural development initiative.

The announcement came during the launch of the “Citizen Investment Plan” report for Damietta, which outlines project allocations across sectors and reflects the government’s commitment to local development and transparency. The report also covers Egypt’s broader development strategy and performance indicators at the governorate level.

Al-Mashat said 28 villages in Damietta are included in the first phase of “Haya Karima,” benefiting 243,000 residents. The plan allocates EGP 3.1 billion to the transport sector, followed by EGP 828.6 million for housing, EGP 674.5 million for local development, EGP 535 million for healthcare, and EGP 431 million for pre-university education. Other sectors will receive EGP 1.66 billion.

Projects include infrastructure work at Damietta Port, upgrades to sewage and water systems in Damietta New City, and the expansion of local health and education services. Health investments include building Faraskour Central Hospital, expanding Damietta Oncology Hospital, and developing the Damietta Cardiac Hospital. The education sector will see the construction and renovation of 414 classrooms.