Egyptian officials inspect schools and facilities ahead of new academic year

Officials across several Egyptian governorates are conducting field inspections to ensure schools and public facilities are prepared for the upcoming academic year.

In Dakahlia, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education, Abdel Shafi Hassan Abdel Shafi, inspected schools in the West Mansoura district. The tour focused on classroom readiness, facility maintenance, sanitation, and the distribution of textbooks to ensure a stable start to the school year.

In Matrouh, Deputy Governor Dr. Islam Ragab inspected educational institutions and the Matrouh General Hospital. Beyond checking school maintenance and safety, the inspection included testing the hospital’s backup power generators to ensure uninterrupted medical services during potential power outages.

In Qena, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education, Tarek Saad El-Din, led a mobile inspection team to schools in the Nag Hammadi district. The team reviewed building maintenance, cleanliness, and teacher staffing, while emphasizing the need for schools to receive and distribute textbooks well before the first day of classes.