Egypt’s private funeral and burial services sector is stepping in to address a growing challenge: an acute shortage of cemeteries in major urban centres. SOKNA, Egypt’s first company to provide organised funeral services, has announced plans to collaborate with the government to modernise the construction and management of cemeteries, offering families a more structured and dignified alternative. Many existing burial sites are outdated, some lack proper legal documentation, and there is no unified system governing cemetery management. The company has positioned itself as a strategic partner in Egypt’s national cemetery development plan, bringing in investors with experience in urban development, construction and large-scale infrastructure projects to ensure financial sustainability and professional management. Gaballah added that SOKNA’s operations have been carefully planned since its launch in 2019, covering everything from funeral organisation to the long-term development of burial services.

Source: Daily News Egypt December 28, 2025 17:01 UTC