Environment Minister Khaled Fahmy announced the launch of the new system of waste management, which will start in Kafr al-Sheikh. The Cabinet approved the implementation of the new system in Kafr al-Sheikh, Gharbiya, Qena and Assiut governorates in collaboration between local authorities, the German Construction Bank and the European Union (EU). Fahmy said during a meeting with the Governor of Kafr al-Sheikh and his deputies on Sunday that investments worth LE250 million are planned in Kafr al-Sheikh over three stages. Thirty waste-recycling plants in Desouq, Metoubas and Kafr al-Sheikh have been agreed upon, in addition to the development of the Bella and Sidi Salem factories, and the establishment of a medical landfill in Metoubas, he mentioned. He added that 23 million euros have been allocated for the disposal of waste in the villages and cities in the governorates of Kafr al-Sheikh, Gharbiya and Dakahliya.

Source: Egypt Independent April 02, 2018 12:00 UTC