Egypt PM Reviews Progress on Ras El-Hekma, Shams El-Hekma Projects

Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly chaired a high-level meeting on Wednesday to follow up on the implementation of the Ras El-Hekma Project and Shams El-Hekma Project, two flagship developments seen as central to accelerating growth along the country’s northwestern coast.

The meeting brought together senior officials, including Kamel El-Wazir, Hani Sewilam, and Manal Awad, alongside representatives from housing, utilities, and local authorities.

Madbouly stressed the strategic value of both projects in strengthening Egypt’s position on the Mediterranean tourism map and unlocking new investment opportunities. He noted that the developments are expected to generate significant employment and drive comprehensive economic activity across the North Coast.

The Prime Minister also reiterated the government’s commitment to closely monitoring التنفيذ and addressing procedural challenges to ensure projects meet international standards.

Officials reported tangible progress in land delivery, with approximately 13,800 feddans already handed over. Procedures are nearing completion for an additional 5,400 feddans, while steps are underway to transfer a further 20,800 feddans to the project developer.

The government is also continuing to disburse compensation to affected residents, covering land, buildings, and agricultural assets, as part of efforts to facilitate smooth project implementation.

Within the Ras El-Hekma development zone, work is progressing on a hotel scheduled to open in summer 2026. Construction of villas is ongoing, alongside infrastructure works including fencing, gates, and the extension of key utilities to the site.

At Shams El-Hekma, discussions focused on the fast-tracked phase for alternative housing. Designated zones include 250 feddans in the first sector, 300 in the second, and 200 in the third, with infrastructure and roadworks already completed.

Electricity networks have been finalized and activated, with street lighting now operational across the area. A new experimental school has also been completed and is already serving students in the current academic year.

Further updates covered the development of the southern alternative zone for tribal communities, located south of the high-speed railway, which is planned to host residential, tourism, logistics, investment, and service areas.