Digital Transformation in Egypt’s “Hayah Karima” Initiative: Fiber Network Reaches 940 Villages
Cairo, Egypt – Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, highlighted the achievements of the first phase of the national project for rural development, “Hayah Karima”, in her end-of-year 2025 report.
As part of digital transformation efforts, fiber-optic networks have been extended to 940 villages, leading to a 55% increase in fiber service subscriptions. In parallel, 1,368 mobile towers were installed to strengthen connectivity, supporting the digitization of government services and improving overall telecommunication quality.
Agricultural and Water Resource Improvements
The initiative also focused on enhancing agricultural activities and water resource efficiency, implementing 947 irrigation projects spanning 3,000 km. In addition, 326 agricultural service centers and 20 milk collection centers were established, boosting productivity and farmers’ income.
Energy and Gas Network Expansion
In the energy sector, natural gas networks were connected to 637 villages, resulting in a 421% increase in subscribers. The expansion saved approximately EGP 1.6 billion annually in LPG subsidies and EGP 1.5 billion in household expenditures, while also reducing carbon emissions and conserving foreign currency.