Egypt's Ministry of Local Development advances population and waste management initiatives

Egypt's Minister of Local Development and Environment, Manal Awad, is overseeing key initiatives regarding population management and waste regulation.

In September 2026, the Ministry's Central Population Unit reported conducting 2,700 training and awareness activities, benefiting 212,000 citizens. These efforts aim to support the National Strategic Plan for Population and Development 2030, with a reported national achievement rate of 82%. Field visits were conducted in Sohag, Qena, Qalyubia, and Ismailia to build the capacity of local work teams.

Simultaneously, the Ministry is exploring digital solutions for waste management in collaboration with the private sector. Discussions focused on implementing an extended producer responsibility system and utilizing integrated digital platforms to monitor the collection, transport, and recycling of waste. The goal is to create accurate databases for producers and manufacturers while integrating the informal sector into the formal waste management ecosystem.