Egypt's Ministry of Endowments opens 235 mosques in Q1 2026/2027

Egypt’s Ministry of Endowments announced the opening of 235 mosques across the country during the first quarter of the 2026/2027 fiscal year, spanning from July 1 to September 30, 2026. This figure includes 19 new mosques, 143 mosques that underwent replacement and renovation, and 73 mosques that received maintenance and development work.

In addition to infrastructure improvements, the Ministry reported that 500 mosques were furnished, covering a total area of 153,557 square meters to better accommodate worshippers.

Separately, Minister of Endowments Dr. Osama al-Azhari met with Amal Ammar, President of the National Council for Women, to discuss activating a cooperation protocol between the two entities. The discussions focused on enhancing community awareness, supporting women and family issues, addressing negative social phenomena, and promoting values of citizenship and coexistence.