Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities, Eng. Randa El-Menshawy, held an expanded meeting to review the progress of Phase One projects under the presidential Hayah Karima initiative aimed at developing Egypt’s rural villages. The meeting addressed projects implemented by the Ministry of Housing in the sectors of drinking water, sanitation, utilities, and service facilities. It was attended by Eng. Ahmed Omran, Deputy Minister for Utilities, along with ministry officials and heads of affiliated entities responsible for implementing the projects, Invest-Gate reports.
Government Priority to Complete Initiative Projects
El-Menshawy noted that completing Phase One projects of the presidential initiative is a top priority for the ministry, in line with the directives of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. She emphasized that the initiative represents an important step toward achieving the state’s vision of building an integrated service system that ensures a decent standard of living for citizens across Egypt.
Coordination to Accelerate Implementation
The minister affirmed that the ministry is working in full coordination with relevant authorities to ensure the swift completion of the projects while adhering to the highest quality standards. These efforts aim to achieve the initiative’s goals of improving living conditions and providing integrated essential services to residents of the targeted villages.
Reviewing Progress Rates and Field Follow-Up
During the meeting, El-Menshawy reviewed the implementation status of drinking water, sanitation, and service facility projects currently underway within the first phase, as well as completion rates across different governorates. She stressed the importance of finishing the remaining work according to the set timelines, addressing any challenges that may arise, and ensuring that projects are gradually brought into operation. She also highlighted the need for continuous field monitoring to maximize the benefits of the state’s investments within the initiative.