Assem El-Gazzar, the Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities, along with Major General Mohamed Al-Sharif, Governor of Alexandria, held a crucial meeting at the Alexandria Governorate Office to discuss the progress of integrated strategy projects aimed at managing and separating rainwater within the governorate, Invest-Gate reports.

The meeting was attended by key officials from the ministry, the Governorate, and the Water Department of the Armed Forces Engineering Authority.

The Minister of Housing highlighted that these vital projects, with a total value of EGP 1.425 bn, are currently being executed by the Water Department of the Armed Forces Engineering Authority.

Significant strides have been made in the implementation of these projects in various areas, resulting in the successful resolution of rain-related issues in several critical locations within the governorate. Furthermore, ongoing preparations are underway to extend the scope of the projects to additional areas.

El-Gazzar commended the dedicated efforts of the Water Department of the Armed Forces Engineering Authority in executing these integrated strategic projects for rainwater management and separation in Alexandria Governorate.

He also praised the effective collaboration between the Engineering Authority, the Alexandria Governorate, the Alexandria Sanitation Company, and Alexandria University, all of which have played pivotal roles in advancing this essential initiative aimed at mitigating rainwater accumulation issues in key areas throughout the governorate.

This concerted effort demonstrates the government’s commitment to enhancing infrastructure and resolving pressing environmental challenges in Alexandria.

The integrated strategy projects for rainwater management and separation represent a significant step forward in ensuring the well-being and safety of the region’s residents while safeguarding against the impact of rain-related issues. As work continues and more areas benefit from these projects, the governorate anticipates a substantial improvement in its overall resilience to rainwater-related challenges.