Egyptian Housing Minister Randa El-Manshawey recently visited the city of Salam East Port Said, where she discussed various service and development issues with local representatives. The minister emphasized the importance of the city in supporting the residents of North Sinai and achieving the region's development goals. El-Manshawey listened to requests from North Sinai's parliament members regarding the needs of different centers and cities.
During her visit, El-Manshawey addressed the issue of drinking water in villages in the Bir Al-Abd and Arish centers, stressing the need to increase water production and allocation to meet citizens' needs. The minister also agreed to provide water transport vehicles to support the middle Sinai region, alleviating the burden on citizens in remote areas. Local representatives requested that the minister expedite the completion of the project to provide drinking water to the cities of Sheikh Zuweid and Rafah.
El-Manshawey directed the implementation of projects to provide drinking water and sanitation services, which are currently underway. She also emphasized the importance of completing the urban planning for villages, which will help regulate urban expansion and meet citizens' needs. The minister instructed the Rammana desalination plant to play an active role in addressing the drinking water shortage in North Sinai.
The Housing Minister approved the allocation of 165 apartments to residents of North Sinai, with 20 apartments for the residents of the Al-Ahrar village and 145 apartments for other citizens of Bir Al-Abd center and city. This allocation is based on the priority of applications submitted to the Salam East Port Said city agency. El-Manshawey also approved the establishment of a corniche on Rammana beach, cleaning and supporting the beach with safety and cleaning equipment.
In addition to the approved projects, El-Manshawey directed the implementation of several other initiatives. These include the construction of a road connecting the private university to Rammana hospital, passing through the Rammana coastal road. The minister also instructed the resolution of issues related to associations on the coast and facilitated procedures for the regularization of beach chalets.
The minister's visit and approvals reflect the Egyptian government's efforts to improve living conditions and provide basic services to residents of North Sinai. The allocated apartments and implemented projects aim to address housing needs and provide adequate drinking water and sanitation services. El-Manshawey's directives also focus on supporting the region's infrastructure development.
Key points from the minister's visit include the approval of 165 new apartments, the implementation of water projects, and the establishment of a corniche on Rammana beach. These initiatives demonstrate the government's commitment to enhancing the quality of life for North Sinai residents. The projects are expected to have a positive impact on the region's development and provide essential services to its citizens.
Key points
- Approval of 165 apartments for North Sinai residents
- Implementation of water projects to address scarcity in the region
- Establishment of a corniche on Rammana beach to support tourism and development
