In a significant step towards financial inclusion, Maya Morsy, the Minister of Social Solidarity, has announced the launch of the Touch Card by the National Bank of Egypt. This specialized payment card has been crafted to empower visually impaired individuals, enabling them to conduct financial transactions with greater independence. The card is meticulously designed to seamlessly integrate with existing point-of-sale systems and ATMs. The innovative design of the Touch Card features distinctive notches on the sides, allowing users to easily differentiate between debit and prepaid cards. The Ministry of Social Solidarity provides support to 1.2 million people with disabilities through the ‘Karama’ program, with a total annual budget of 9.8 billion Egyptian pounds.

Source: Egypt Independent August 09, 2024 11:27 UTC