The Egyptian cabinet has released a statement through its media center to address recent claims that over 3 million eligible families were removed from the 'Takaful and Karama' social support program. According to the statement, the Ministry of Social Solidarity has confirmed that no eligible families have been removed or excluded from the program. The program is designed to provide financial support to low-income families, with continuous assessment and evaluation of beneficiary families.
The Ministry of Social Solidarity emphasized that 'Takaful and Karama' is a dynamic program that regularly evaluates the conditions of beneficiary families and individuals. This evaluation process determines whether families should continue to receive support or be phased out of the program based on changes in their economic and social circumstances. The program aims to provide temporary support to families in need, with the ultimate goal of empowering them to become self-sufficient.
The Ministry outlined the specific conditions under which families may be phased out of the program, including the death of the primary beneficiary, travel abroad, improvement in economic and social status, ownership of a business or regular income, or possession of assets such as land or vehicles. These conditions are part of the program's efforts to ensure that support is targeted towards those who need it most.
According to the Ministry, the current number of beneficiaries from the 'Takaful and Karama' program stands at 4.7 million families. Since its inception, the program has supported over 8.3 million families, with 2.2 million families having been phased out due to improvements in their economic and social circumstances. The Ministry highlighted its commitment to ensuring the effective implementation of the program.
The Ministry of Social Solidarity stressed that it applies rigorous governance and data verification measures to ensure that support is directed to eligible families. This includes linking social registry databases with those of other government agencies to verify the continued eligibility of beneficiaries. The Ministry's efforts aim to prevent any potential misuse of program resources.
The cabinet's media center urged citizens not to spread misinformation or rumors and to verify information through official channels before dissemination. This appeal aims to prevent the spread of unverified information that may cause confusion among the public. The center emphasized the importance of relying on credible sources for information.
The clarification by the Egyptian cabinet and the Ministry of Social Solidarity aims to maintain transparency and public trust in the 'Takaful and Karama' program. With its focus on supporting low-income families, the program continues to play a vital role in Egypt's social protection efforts. The government's commitment to effective governance and verification ensures that support reaches those who need it most.
Key points
- The Egyptian government has denied claims of removing millions of eligible families from the 'Takaful and Karama' social support program.
- The program is designed to be dynamic, with continuous evaluation of beneficiary families to determine their ongoing eligibility for support.
- Over 8.3 million families have benefited from the program since its inception, with 2.2 million families phased out due to improved circumstances.
