PPP Projects: A Way Out for Egypt’s Economy?

• Saturday, 19th November 2016
• by Fatma Khaled

Invest-Gate spoke to Atter Hannoura, Director of the PPP Central Unit at the Ministry of Finance, about the projects conducted through the unit, as well as challenges, future projects and economic factors that jeopardize these projects, and methods to attract investors from the private sector.

Is Egypt at Risk of a Housing Bubble?

• Wednesday, 16th November 2016
• by Tim Nanns

The demand on housing in Egypt is ever-growing, and developers have been quick to seize the opportunity on a lucrative market, but could an exponential growth or unequal distribution of housing lead to a bubble? While current indicators suggest risks are low, numerous factors need to be addressed in order to ensure that supply and demand correspond.

Egypt’s Real Estate Sector Poised to Benefit from Depreciating EGP

• Thursday, 10th November 2016
• by Karim Mohy

For domestic investors facing the economic vagaries of the past few years and the hopeful but volatile immediate term, Egypt’s real estate sector remains a popular hedge against inflation and a sliding currency. The Central Bank of Egypt’s decision earlier this month to float the overvalued Egyptian pound should see property prices more or less track the pace of inflation.

The Mortgage Finance Fund and Bridging Egypt’s Housing Gap

• Tuesday, 8th November 2016
• by Fatma Khaled

Established in 2003, Egypt's Mortgage Finance Fund, headed by Mai Abdel Hamid, has long sought to provide funding options for low- and middle-income Egyptians, in a market that is saturated by upscale property developments and largely lacking in financing options. But are the efforts exerted by the fund sufficient to meet an ever-growing housing gap?

Real Estate Debate Tackles Main Concerns Affecting Industry

• Tuesday, 1st November 2016
• by Fatma Khaled

During a press conference dubbed ‘The Real Estate Debate’ held on Sunday, government officials, and industry experts gathered to discuss the major upcoming opportunities and challenges in the real estate industry, in particular highlighting the role of the New Urban Communities Authority and public-private partnership projects.

The Challenges of an Integrated Greater Cairo

• Monday, 31st October 2016
• by Joana Saba

For decades, Cairo has been synonymous with traffic, as the city of millions continues to grow in size and population on a daily basis, creating pressure on its urban fabric. This article seeks to explore the urban development of Cairo outwards, and the relationship between the new satellite cities and their urban center in terms of distribution of resources, accessibility, and the overall integration and long-term vision for the city.

Are You Making the Right Investment?

• Thursday, 27th October 2016
• by Tim Nanns

For both burgeoning and established investors, the Egyptian market currently offers a multitude of opportunities. The recent depreciation of the Egyptian pound, despite still not being close to reflecting its real market value, along with a number of recent reforms, has brought forth many changes in the real estate market. This is an overview of the different segments of real estate investments, and their prospects.

Mapping Egypt’s Facility Management Market

• Monday, 24th October 2016
• by Mostafa Sheta

As city dwellers increasingly migrate to satellite cities, the facility management model becomes more attractive, with many developers branching out into different models for offering management services. This article explores the different models of facility management in residential projects, as well as potential future developments.

To Build or Buy: Prospects for Future Homeowners

• Sunday, 23rd October 2016
• by Tim Nanns

People looking for their own property face an elemental choice of either buying or building a home. Both options bring along their own advantages and disadvantages of various kinds: From the amenities of a pre-existing home to the prices of both alternatives, this article aims to provide an overview of this important topic.

South Sinai: Exploring the Wealth of a Nation

• Thursday, 20th October 2016
• by Nadine Abou el Atta

Amid efforts to resolve Egypt's ongoing tourism crisis, Invest-Gate speaks to Samy Soliman, Head of the Nuweiba and Taba Investors Association, to better understand the reality as investors view it on the ground in South Sinai, once one of Egypt's prime touristic hubs.