Egypt’s Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Hani Sewilam has reaffirmed Cairo’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Nile Basin countries and sharing technical expertise during an official visit to South Sudan, which included a tour of Egypt’s irrigation mission in Juba and participation in Nile Day celebrations. Sewilam said the presence of Egypt’s irrigation mission in South Sudan reflects Egypt’s keenness to support cooperation and integration among Nile Basin states. The minister praised the projects being implemented in South Sudan, describing them as a practical model of cooperation among Nile Basin countries and part of Egypt’s broader efforts to support development across Africa, particularly in water and irrigation sectors. As part of the visit, Sewilam also participated in Nile Day celebrations held in Juba, where he underscored the importance of the Nile Basin Initiative as a comprehensive framework capable of bringing basin countries together and promoting joint cooperation. The minister added that Egypt will continue working constructively with Nile Basin countries and development partners to enhance trust and consensus, contributing to sustainable development and regional stability across the basin.

Source: Daily News Egypt February 23, 2026 18:55 UTC