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Building a Water-Secure Future in the Middle East and North Africa

In response to a widespread and worsening water crisis, countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are taking strong steps to ensure a water-secure future for their citizens. In the process...

Breaking Barriers: Boosting Women's Labor Force Participation in Egypt

Women make up nearly half of Egypt's population, and their untapped potential in the workforce is considerable. World Bank analysis conducted in 2024 reveals that closing the gender employment gap could...

Empowering Upper Egypt: Supporting Entrepreneurs and Creating Jobs

Upper Egypt, home to 38% of the Egyptian population, has significant opportunities for economic development and job creation. The region is well-positioned for growth due to its abundant resources and...

Egypt’s Private Sector: A Driver of Future Sustainable, Inclusive Growth

Egypt's private sector is key to the country's prosperity amidst fast-changing global and domestic economic conditions. As an engine of innovation and productivity growth, private enterprises are central...

Bridging Borders with Energy: MENA’s Path to Regional Energy Integration

Originally published on Al-Sharq AlAwsat and CNBC Arabia The Pan Arab Electricity Market (PAEM) is a significant initiative aimed at integrating the power systems of Arab countries to create a regional...

Climate Action: A Catalyst for Egypt's Prosperity and Sustainable Growth

Egypt can unlock significant economic growth by embracing climate action, transforming its cities into resilient hubs that attract investment, create jobs, and enhance the quality of life for citizens...

Blue Food and Blue Jobs are Transforming Livelihoods

For Mohamed Bachir Chabou, born and raised in Tangier, Morocco, the ocean isn't just a part of life — it is life. For decades, it has provided him with a livelihood, as sardines, anchovies, and mackerel...

Modest Growth Forecast for Economies in the Middle East and North Africa Amid Rising Uncertainty

While GDP is subdued in 2024, accelerating reforms would spur inclusive growth WASHINGTON, October 16, 2024 — Growth continues to be subdued in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) because of uncertainties...

MENA Economic Update October 2024

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is expected to grow modestly in 2024, returning to the low growth that prevailed in the decade before the pandemic. In addition to examining the macroeconomic...

New World Bank US$700 million Support to Help Egypt Achieve More Sustainable, Diversified and Resilient Growth

WASHINGTON, June 24, 2024 – The World Bank has announced US$700 million in Development Policy Financing (DPF) for the Government of Egypt to support the country to shift toward more private sector participation...

Egypt: Preparing Students for Life and the Workplace of Tomorrow

Education is a powerful driver of development, and one of the strongest instruments for reducing poverty and improving health, gender equality, peace, and stability. Children’s education can help families...

World Bank Announces Ousmane Dione as Vice President of the Middle East and North Africa Region

WASHINGTON, April 16, 2024 — The World Bank has appointed Ousmane Dione as the new Vice President for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, effective today. Dione will lead the World Bank’s...

Uncertainty, Amidst Conflict and Indebtedness, Weighs on the Outlook for the Middle East and North Africa

WASHINGTON, April 15, 2024 — The World Bank’s new Middle East and North Africa Economic Update, entitled Conflict and Debt in the Middle East and North Africa, shows that lackluster growth, rising indebtedness...

MENA Economic Update April 2024

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How Egypt Won its Battle Against Hepatitis C

After a public health campaign of just one year, Egypt has effectively eliminated Hepatitis C, the third leading cause of death in the country. Egypt’s remarkable success is the result of a comprehensive...

Protecting Egypt's Vulnerable and Investing in its Human Capital

World Bank Group Statement of Support to Egypt’s Development and Reform Efforts

The World Bank Group is committed to its long-term strategic partnership with Egypt and supports the measures the country is taking for its economic recovery and restoring a sustainable path for inclusive...

Egypt: Catalyzing Entrepreneurship for Job Creation Project

The US$200 million “Catalyzing Entrepreneurship for Job Creation” project is aimed at promoting entrepreneurship, combined with expanding access to finance for small and medium enterprises, which have...

Cash Transfers Incentivize Social Change for Women and Girls in Egypt

“Early marriage is harmful to the education, health, and wellbeing of girls. I know that because I experienced those drawbacks myself when I got married at 17 years old and this is why I am passionate...

The Nexus of Food, Water & Energy: A Key Element to Egypt’s Climate Efforts

Egyptians are experiencing firsthand the impacts of climate change as temperatures soar, droughts are more frequent and future water supply is less certain. That is why Egypt has put climate change as...