Egypt’s government has discussed expanding the base of beneficiaries of social protection programs, preparing an exceptional social protection package to ease the burdens on vulnerable groups. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly held a meeting on Saturday, to follow up the procedures for expanding the application of social protection programs, in the presence of Finance Minister Mohamed Maait, and Minister of Social Solidarity Nevine al-Kabbaj. Madbouly said that President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi ordered a study to expand the base of beneficiaries of social protection programs and prepare an exceptional social protection package that takes into account the conditions of the vulnerable families, in an effort to ease the burdens on them in light of the high rates of inflation at this time. The Social Solidarity Minister indicated that the social protection programs adopted by the ministry aim to enhance investment in human capital and empower the most vulnerable groups. This would therefore contribute to meeting the needs and requirements of each age group by identifying appropriate protection mechanisms with the aim of responding effectively to their needs and its requirements, in order to achieve the proper social protection.

Source: Egypt Independent July 17, 2022 12:05 UTC