2024-01-08T14:36:38+00:00
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/ The Egyptian government announced, on Monday, the start of counting refugees of various nationalities in the country, whose number is estimated at nine million people, and the cost of the services the state bears to care for them.
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said during a government meeting, “It is important to scrutinize these numbers, and to count and compile what the state bears in exchange for the services provided in various sectors to Egypt’s guests, who receive them in the best way, just like the Egyptians.”
During the meeting, the Egyptian Minister of Education reviewed a report on the numbers of refugee students, explaining that those numbers had recently increased, which increased the Egyptian state’s contributions to these students’ access to educational services. He called on the Ministry to expand the establishment of more new classes, including It contributes to absorbing the increase in the number of refugee students.
The Egyptian Minister of Health and Population also reviewed the health services provided by the state to immigrants and refugees in the health sector, noting that there are about 9 million immigrants and refugees living in Egypt from about 133 countries, with a ratio of 50.4% males and 49.6% females, with an average age of 35. Years, representing 8.7% of Egypt’s population.
He pointed out that 56% of them reside in 5 governorates: Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Dakahlia, and Damietta, and that 60% of the immigrants have been living in Egypt for about 10 years, and 6% have been living integrated into Egyptian society for about 15 years or more. In addition, 37% of them work in stable jobs and stable companies.
To be in the hundreds of thousands. This initiative aims to provide better support and resources for refugees amid ongoing regional conflicts. The government plans to document the specific needs of these individuals, including healthcare, education, and employment opportunities, to facilitate integration into society.
Officials have called for cooperation from local and international organizations to assist in this counting process and to ensure that adequate services are provided. The move is seen as a crucial step in addressing the humanitarian needs of refugees while also strengthening the country’s ability to manage migration effectively. Throughout the year, Egypt has been a destination for many fleeing conflict and instability in their home countries, and this new program underscores the nation’s commitment to humanitarian principles.
Further details about the program and how individuals can receive assistance will be released in the coming days. The government encourages all refugees to participate in this counting process to enable better planning and resource allocation.