On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi issued seven directives to the government, emphasizing the need for transparency in government spending and the outcomes of national projects. At a ceremony marking the anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad's birthday, held in the New Capital, El-Sisi instructed officials to prepare a comprehensive report on the state's achievements across all sectors over recent years. The report is expected to provide an overview of efforts made, funds spent, and results achieved by the state.
El-Sisi stressed the importance of public discussion of the country's achievements and challenges, calling for the participation of intellectuals, academics, specialists, and citizens. The discussions, which should span seven to ten days, are expected to be conducted with transparency and credibility. According to El-Sisi, the report and discussions will provide an opportunity for the government to engage with citizens and address the challenges Egypt has faced over the past decades.
The president also emphasized the need to raise public awareness of the country's challenges, particularly amid global political, economic, and security upheaval. El-Sisi expressed confidence in Egypt's ability to overcome external challenges, citing the importance of awareness and understanding among the people and public opinion. He criticized false reports and rumors about Egyptian affairs in some media outlets, vowing to hold accountable those seeking to undermine the country.
El-Sisi directed authorities to conduct a comprehensive review of contracts between real estate developers and citizens, stressing that developers must meet their contractual obligations and deliver housing units and related infrastructure on time. He also instructed the electricity minister to closely supervise electricity billing and prevent arbitrary estimates, while calling for measures to facilitate the settlement of outstanding electricity bills.
In addition to these directives, El-Sisi renewed his instructions to the supply and internal trade minister to intensify market monitoring and expand government outlets selling essential commodities at affordable prices. He also directed the transport ministry to complete mass-transit projects according to their scheduled timelines and continue improving roads. Furthermore, El-Sisi instructed the interior ministry to intensify traffic campaigns nationwide and enforce traffic regulations.
El-Sisi reaffirmed the state's commitment to protecting national security, saying the armed forces were fully prepared to defend Egypt and its resources against any external threats. He also emphasized the importance of improving public services and addressing problems affecting citizens. According to El-Sisi, the state had made efforts to address accumulated problems inherited from previous decades, while acknowledging that shortcomings remained.
The president concluded by stressing the need for strict enforcement of the law across state institutions, vowing that there would be no leniency for those who manipulate the rights of the people or tamper with the resources of the nation. With a population of about 110 million, Egypt is facing significant challenges and transformations in a rapidly changing world, and El-Sisi emphasized the need for citizens to understand the implications of reform and be patient with the country's efforts.
Key points
- President El-Sisi directs government to release report on state achievements in October.
- El-Sisi emphasizes need for transparency in government spending and outcomes of national projects.
- President instructs authorities to review contracts between real estate developers and citizens.
