The Egyptian government has been prioritizing the development of the healthcare sector in recent years, with a focus on improving public health and expanding access to healthcare services. According to the 2025 Household Health Survey conducted by the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS), health is a fundamental pillar of sustainable development and improving quality of life. The survey provides valuable data for monitoring and evaluating progress in health and population areas.
The survey reveals that food subsidy cards are the most beneficial social protection program for households, with 90.1% of households surveyed benefiting from the program. In contrast, only 0.4% of households received temporary employment support. The survey also found that 12.9% of households benefited from the "Takaful and Karama" program. These findings indicate that food subsidy cards have the widest reach among social protection programs.
Regional disparities in access to social protection programs are evident, with rural areas in Upper Egypt showing higher rates of participation in the "Takaful and Karama" program. Specifically, one in five households in rural Upper Egypt benefits from the program. In contrast, urban governorates recorded the lowest percentage of households benefiting from the program, at 8.0%. The survey highlights the importance of targeted interventions to address regional disparities.
The 2025 Household Health Survey is part of a series of surveys conducted in Egypt since 1988, with the aim of tracking changes in health and population indicators over time. The survey's findings will inform future policy interventions and program evaluations. By analyzing the data, policymakers can identify areas for improvement and optimize resource allocation to address pressing health and social challenges.
The CAPMAS survey also sheds light on the prevalence of female genital mutilation (FGM) in Egypt. According to the survey, the prevalence of FGM among girls has decreased by approximately 7% between 2014 and 2021. This trend suggests that efforts to eliminate the practice are having a positive impact.
The survey's results have significant implications for policymakers and stakeholders working to improve healthcare and social protection in Egypt. By understanding the reach and impact of existing programs, policymakers can refine their strategies to address the needs of vulnerable populations. The survey's findings will contribute to the development of evidence-based policies and programs that promote sustainable development and improve quality of life.
The 2025 Household Health Survey is a valuable resource for monitoring and evaluating progress in health and population areas. The survey's findings will help policymakers and stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and optimize resource allocation. The results will also contribute to the development of policies and programs that promote sustainable development and improve quality of life in Egypt.
Key points
- The 2025 Household Health Survey highlights the impact of social protection programs, with 90.1% of households benefiting from food subsidy cards.
- Regional disparities in access to social protection programs are evident, with rural areas in Upper Egypt showing higher rates of participation in the "Takaful and Karama" program.
- The survey's findings will inform future policy interventions and program evaluations, contributing to the development of evidence-based policies and programs.
