Egypt advances ‘100 Million Trees’ initiative in Beni Suef and Matrouh

Egyptian governorates are advancing the ‘100 Million Trees’ presidential initiative to increase green spaces and promote environmental sustainability.

In Beni Suef, officials met to review implementation progress and ensure the quality of planting, irrigation, and maintenance. The meeting focused on matching actual planted numbers with targets, protecting seedlings, and documenting locations via coordinates and photos. A plan is also in place to expand community participation in afforestation efforts through late 2026.

In Matrouh, the Ministry of Education is launching the ‘Plant My Tree’ initiative within schools. The first phase involves selecting five schools to receive seedlings, specifically choosing dense-leaf varieties that can withstand the desert climate. The program aims to foster environmental responsibility by allowing students to name and care for their individual trees under school supervision.