The Egyptian Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade's Giza branch conducted a comprehensive inspection campaign in the Awsim area, led by Sultan Al-Naggar, director of the Central Control Department. The operation aimed to verify compliance with food subsidy regulations and identify irregularities. The campaign resulted in the confiscation of 205 food cards from a local bakery, as inspectors found no justification for their possession.
According to officials, the bakery's machine was functioning efficiently, with no reported malfunctions. An investigation revealed that the bakery was holding the cards in contravention of Ministerial Decision No. 175 of 2024. Authorities took necessary legal actions against the bakery. The inspection team, which included Tamer Hamdi from the Central Control Department, also monitored bakeries' adherence to regulations and ensured that subsidies reached eligible recipients.
The campaign uncovered 41 food-related violations, including underweight bread, specification issues, and stockpile irregularities. Inspectors issued penalty notices for infractions that warranted them. The underweight bread offenses ranged from 9 to 25 grams per loaf. Authorities documented all irregularities and initiated legal proceedings against those responsible.
During the campaign, inspectors caught a bakery selling bread at prices higher than the official rate, violating regulatory instructions. Officials took necessary actions against the bakery. The Central Control Department emphasized that it would continue conducting regular inspections of bakeries, food establishments, and markets to prevent irregularities related to bread weights, prices, and food card possession.
The crackdown aimed to protect citizens' rights and ensure that subsidies reached eligible recipients. Authorities urged food establishments and bakeries to comply with regulations and price controls. The inspections are part of ongoing efforts to monitor and regulate the food subsidy system in Egypt.
The Giza branch of the Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade remains committed to enforcing regulations and maintaining the integrity of the food subsidy system. By conducting regular inspections, authorities can identify and address potential irregularities, ultimately benefiting eligible recipients of food subsidies.
The successful campaign in Awsim demonstrates the government's dedication to monitoring and regulating the food sector. By taking action against violators, authorities can help maintain public trust in the food subsidy system and ensure that it operates fairly and efficiently.
Key points
- Egyptian authorities seized 205 unauthorized food cards during a recent inspection campaign in Giza's Awsim district.
- The campaign resulted in 41 violation notices for food-related offenses, including underweight bread and price irregularities.
- Authorities continue to conduct regular inspections to maintain the integrity of the food subsidy system and protect citizens' rights.
