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UNDP Egypt partners with adventurer Ali Abdo for "Ride to COP 28" promoting urgent climate action.

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Egypt partners with Egyptian motorcyclist, adventurer, and World Records holder Ali Abdo for the "Ride to COP 28" initiative promoting urgent climate action.

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The United Nations Development Programme in Egypt and the American University in Cairo (AUC) sign a Memorandum of Understanding to advance the Sustainable Development Goals in Egypt

UNDP Egypt and the American University in Cairo (AUC) sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their collaboration and collectively advance the sustainable development goals (SDGs) in Egypt. In an official signing ceremony at the American University in Cairo.

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UNDP Egypt Annual Report 2022

Welcome to our 2022 Annual Report, a report that takes stock of the work of UNDP and our partners in promoting sustainable development in Egypt in 2022. This year, Egypt gained global recognition as the host of COP27.

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The Institute for National Planning and UNDP Egypt sign a Memorandum of Understanding to advance sustainable development, evidence-based policies, and innovation in Egypt.

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Institute of National Planning (INP) sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance sustainable development, evidence-based research, and innovation in Egypt.

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ENID: More than a decade of Impact advancing the SDGs and Sustainability in Egypt

The ENID project, a collaborative effort between the Ministry of International Cooperation and UNDP Egypt, has woven dreams into reality, creating a path towards a brighter future for the marginalized communities of Rural Upper Egypt.

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Preserving Egypt’s Natural and Cultural Heritage: Embracing Egypt’s Local Tribal Communities and Protected Areas

Ministry of Environment and UNDP’s new campaign Tribal Talks sheds light on Egypt’s tribal communities and protected areas through ECO EGYPT.

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UNDP, Egypt Government, launch new project to accelerate digital innovation

Investment in innovators and start-ups in tech sector could be a game-changer for Egypt’s digital ambitions

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The Ministry of Social Solidarity, the Egyptian Red Crescent, the European Union, and the United Nations Development Programme Join Forces to Respond to the Needs of Sudanese Crossing into Egypt

In an official ceremony at the headquarters of the Egyptian Red Crescent (ERC) headquarters, MoSS, the EU, ERC, and UNDP Egypt provided 27 tons of healthcare supplies for the immediate delivery to Egypt’s Southern border.

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Unlocking Prosperity: How the UNDP-MSMEDA Partnership Transforms Lives in Egypt

Since 1991, UNDP and MSMEDA have disbursed over 27.5 billion Egyptian pounds in loans to more than 900,000 MSMEs, creating nearly 4 million job opportunities, turning entrepreneurial dreams into reality, and fostering a vibrant business ecosystem.

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UNDP and the Ministry of International Cooperation expand support to Hayah Karima through the “Egypt Network for Integrated Development” project

The Ministry of International Cooperation and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) celebrated the achievements of the ‘Egypt Network for Integrated Development’ (ENID) through its first fashion show.

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Safeguarding Egypt’s Red Sea coral reefs takes center stage in Hurghada

The first of many consultative workshops was held today in Hurghada as international partners, the Ministry of Environment and Ministry of International Cooperation kick off the Egyptian Red Sea Initiative.

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COP27 Signing Ceremony

It is a great pleasure to be here with you today for the signing ceremony of this important 6.2-million-dollar project to support Egypt’s COP27 Presidency and its work towards the implementation of the Paris Agreement.

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Building a Modern Egypt Post: Shaping the Future of Public Service Delivery

In today’s fast-paced digital era, postal services may seem like relics of the past. However, in Egypt, a dynamic collaboration between UNDP and Egypt Post has been rewriting the narrative, embarking on an incredible journey to modernize and expand their services.

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The Ministry of Civil Aviation, The Governorate of South Sinai, Japan, and UNDP inaugurate solar panel station at the Sharm El Sheikh International Airport

Green technology has immense potential to transform the energy landscape and contribute significantly to a sustainable future. Together with partners, inaugurated a solar power station installed at the car shed of the Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.

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Development partners join the Ministry of International Cooperation and UNDP on a field visit to celebrate the signature of the new project “Egypt Network for Integrated Development (ENID) - Expanded Interventions (2023-2027) in support of Hayah Karima”

Representatives of the Ministry of International Cooperation, the UNDP welcomed development partners to Qena for a 2-day field visit to celebrate the signature and commencement of the new project “Egypt Network for Integrated Development (ENID) - Expanded interventions (2023-2027)."

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Ameni Kharroubi from Tunisia, Arab Youth Leader at the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum in 2019.
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A Decade of Stagnation: New UNDP data shows gender biases remain entrenched

The latest Gender Social Norms Index (GSNI) report has revealed no improvement in biases against women in a decade, with almost 9 out of 10 men and women worldwide still holding such biases today.

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Egypt Human Development Report 2021

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Egypt Human Development Report 2021

The Egypt Human Development Report 2021, entitled ‘Development, a Right for All: Egypt’s Pathways and Prospects’ monitors progress made on several dimensions of sustainable development. Coming after a 10 year break, this is the 12th report in the series of national human development reports that Egypt has been producing since 1994. The report covers a critical decade (2011-2020) in Egypt’s modern history which has witnessed two popular revolutions in 2011 and 2013, a new constitution and strong economic and social reforms.

Egypt Human Development Report 2021

Our Impact

106.2

million

Total population

5.2

million

Population in Multidimensional Poverty

3510

GNI

Gross national income (GNI per capita 2011 PPP $)

116

Human Development

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