Egypt has allocated EGP 832.3 billion for social support and protection in its fiscal year (FY) 2026/2027 budget, marking a 12% annual increase, as part of efforts to support vulnerable groups.

The Egyptian Cabinet decided to increase the minimum wage by EGP 1,000 to EGP 8,000 monthly, commencing from July 1st, according to a statement.

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly announced the government’s plans to implement a considerable raise in the minimum wage.

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly revealed that the new minimum wage is likely to be announced along with the state budget, scheduled for release at the end of March 2026.

The National Wages Council (NWC) has decided to raise the minimum wage for private sector workers to EGP 7,000, effective March 1st.

Egypt's National Wages Council (NWC) is considering an increase ranging between 16% and 20%, valued at around EGP 1,000 to EGP 2,000, in the minimum wage for private sector workers.

The National Wages Council (NWC) has decided to raise the minimum wage for private sector employees to EGP 6,000 from EGP 3,500 as of May 1st.

The National Wages Council (NWC) has decided to raise the minimum wage for private sector employees to EGP 3,500 from EGP 3,000 as of January 1st, Ministry of Planning and Economic Development stated on October 27th.