Egypt's 'Decent Life' Initiative Phase I Reports Progress with LE350 Billion Investment
The Egyptian Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Co-operation has reported significant advancements in Phase I of the Decent Life (Hayah Karima) initiative, which includes nearly 23,000 projects across 1,477 villages in 20 governorates. With total investments planned at LE350 billion, approximately 18 million citizens are benefiting.
As of June 2025, LE306 billion has been allocated, representing 88% of the total funding, with an overall implementation rate of 89%. Upper Egypt has received 68% of the funding, helping nearly 11 million citizens.
Key achievements include a 128% increase in sanitation coverage and a 421% rise in natural gas subscriptions. Development has progressed in 620 villages, improving the Quality of Life Index by 69 percentage points.
Infrastructure works include 349 drinking water plants and the completion of various health and educational facilities. Additionally, 15 villages are being prepared for environmental certification under the Green Village initiative.
