Egypt’s Prime Minister has unveiled plans for an “exceptional” increase in public sector wages and salaries, set to take effect in July under the upcoming state budget.
Speaking at a press conference on Sunday, Mostafa Madbouly confirmed that the decision comes following directives from President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to allocate additional resources for public sector compensation in the draft general budget for the new fiscal year.
The draft budget, which is scheduled to be presented during the holy month of Ramadan, will prioritize teachers and employees in the medical and healthcare sectors, the Prime Minister said.
Madbouly made the remarks while announcing details of a new social protection package directed by the President. The press conference was attended by the Ministers of Finance and State for Information.
The government’s decision signals a targeted approach aimed at bolstering key public services, particularly education and healthcare, amid ongoing economic pressures and rising living costs.
While specific figures for the wage adjustments have yet to be disclosed, officials indicated that the increase would be “non-ordinary,” suggesting a scale beyond routine annual increments.
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