Egypt’s Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, led by Rania Al Mashat, has revealed plans for a significant EGP 13 billion (US$ 255.6 billion) investment in the country’s ICT sector for the 2025/2026 fiscal year. Of this amount, EGP 9 billion (US$ 176.9 billion) will come from the state budget. The goal of this investment is to accelerate Egypt’s digital transformation, expand government digital services, and establish the country as a regional technology hub through infrastructure upgrades and workforce training.
The investment will primarily fund critical ICT infrastructure projects, including the development of a secure government network and the expansion of mobile towers to 40,000 nationwide. These improvements are part of the national strategy to increase the usage of digital services among citizens to 31%, covering sectors such as healthcare, passports, and land registration.
ICT is viewed by the government as a crucial driver of economic growth, with the sector showing an annual expansion rate of 15%. This initiative also targets achieving EGP 8.5 billion in digital exports, including EGP 6 billion from outsourcing services, which will further position Egypt as a competitive player in global tech markets.
In addition to infrastructure development, Egypt plans to train 600,000 workers in ICT skills and establish innovation centers in 60% of its governorates. This workforce development initiative will also enhance the automation of social welfare programs and agricultural registry management for improved efficiency.
By focusing on both technological upgrades and human capital development, Egypt aims to create sustainable growth in its digital economy and establish long-term competitiveness within Africa’s rapidly evolving tech landscape.
