Egypt Raises Human Development Share of Public Investment to 28%

Egypt has increased the share of public investments allocated to human development to 28% in the 2025/2026 fiscal year, compared to 17% in 2014/2015, according to official figures cited by lawmakers.

Over the past 12 years, the government has directed an estimated EGP 7.6 trillion towards sectors including education, healthcare, social protection, culture, youth and sports, as well as digital infrastructure. Officials described the allocation as part of a broader effort to place long-term human capital development at the centre of public spending priorities.

The investment orientation was discussed during a recent high-level meeting attended by the President, the Prime Minister, the Central Bank Governor and the Minister of Finance.

The discussions focused on sustaining a downward inflation trajectory following a decline recorded in November 2025, strengthening foreign currency reserves, securing financing for essential sectors, and improving key fiscal indicators.

According to officials, fiscal priorities include maintaining a primary surplus, reducing the budget debt-to-GDP ratio, improving the overall debt profile and easing the debt service burden, while continuing to support economic growth and public services.