Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly Reaffirms Commitment to Expanding Urban Green Spaces Across Egypt

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has affirmed that work is continuing to implement President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi’s directives to adopt an integrated project to green various governorates. The initiative focuses on utilizing vacant and unused land and spaces after clearing them, converting them into gardens and green areas to improve the urban environment and the aesthetic appearance of cities.

Madbouly made the remarks while inspecting agricultural and afforestation projects in Cairo Governorate, accompanied by Minister of Local Development and Environment Manal Awad and Cairo Governor Ibrahim Saber. During the tour, which included an inspection of afforestation works beneath the Ibrahim El-Orabi Bridge in Cairo, the Prime Minister emphasized the ongoing efforts to expand tree cover and green spaces along all major roads, corridors, medians, and entrances to governorate centers and cities to increase the per capita share of green spaces and improve quality of life.

Minister of Local Development and Environment Manal Awad stated that her ministry continues to support governorates in expanding afforestation activities while preserving existing trees and improving open areas, in line with state efforts to enhance the urban environment.

Cairo Governor Ibrahim Saber briefed officials on the governorate's executive plan, noting that it proceeds along two parallel tracks: raising awareness of the importance of afforestation and intensifying tree planting along major roads and suitable areas. Saber explained that the "Greening Cairo" plan is being implemented on a scientific basis by engaging a consultancy to select tree species suited to Egypt’s environment, such as acacia, neem, khaya, elephant’s foot, poinciana, golden shower tree, and jacaranda, with a focus on shade-providing varieties that require minimal water. To date, more than 3,000 trees and nearly 700,000 shrubs and plants have been planted along major roads, corridors, and vacant land.