Ahmed Kamel – Egypt Daily News
Egypt has unveiled a new cabinet lineup under Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly after the House of Representatives approved a ministerial reshuffle in line with a formal address from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. The changes reflect the government’s stated intention to reinforce economic management, accelerate development projects, and address mounting social and service-related challenges.
At the heart of the new formation is Hussein Eissa, who has been appointed Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, a move widely seen as signaling a renewed focus on fiscal reform, investment attraction, and macroeconomic stability. In the health sector, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar assumes the role of Minister of Health, taking responsibility for overseeing healthcare services amid ongoing structural reforms and population growth pressures.
The infrastructure and transport portfolio remains a central pillar of the government’s agenda, with Engineer Kamel El-Wazir appointed Minister of Transport, continuing efforts to expand road networks, railways, and logistics hubs. Environmental and local governance issues have been combined under the leadership of Dr. Manal Awad, who was named Minister of Local Development and Environment, reflecting an integrated approach to urban management and sustainability.
In foreign affairs, Dr. Badr Abdel Aaty takes over as Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad, consolidating diplomatic engagement, development partnerships, and diaspora relations within a single ministry. Sherif Fathy was appointed Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, a key role as Egypt seeks to revive tourism revenues and protect its cultural heritage.
Religious and agricultural portfolios also saw new appointments. Osama El-Azhari was named Minister of Awqaf, while Alaa El-Din Farouk Zaki took office as Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, overseeing food security and rural development policies. In the energy sector, Mahmoud Esmat was appointed Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, underscoring the state’s growing emphasis on clean energy and power sustainability.
The reshuffle also included changes in ministries tied closely to daily economic life. Sherif Farouk was appointed Minister of Supply and Internal Trade, while Karim Badawi assumed the role of Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources. In education, Mohamed Abdel Latif was named Minister of Education and Technical Education, alongside Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa as Minister of Higher Education, highlighting continued reforms across all levels of learning.
Water security and aviation were addressed through the appointment of Hany Sewilam as Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation and Sameh El-Hefny as Minister of Civil Aviation. Social protection remains a priority, with Maya Morsy taking office as Minister of Social Solidarity.
The cabinet also includes Mohamed Shimi as Minister of Public Business Sector, Mohamed Farid as Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, and Engineer Randa El-Manshawy as Minister of Housing. The communications portfolio was assigned to Engineer Raafat Hendy, while Diaa Rashwan was named Minister of State for Media Affairs.
Several state and sovereign portfolios were retained or reshaped, including Major General Salah Suleiman as Minister of State for Military Production, Counselor Hany Azer as Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Counselor Mahmoud El-Sherif as Minister of Justice, and Dr. Gehan Zaki as Minister of Culture. Planning, labor, youth, and industry were entrusted to Dr. Ahmed Rostom, Hassan Raddad, Gohar Nabil, and Engineer Khaled Hashem, respectively.
The reshuffle also introduced a number of deputy ministers, including Ambassador Mohamed Abu Bakr as Deputy Foreign Minister for African Affairs, Samar Mahmoud as Deputy Foreign Minister for International Cooperation, Engineer Walid Abbas as Deputy Minister of Housing, and Engineer Ahmed عمران as Deputy Minister of Housing for Utilities.
Overall, the new cabinet composition reflects continuity in strategic sectors alongside targeted changes aimed at economic recovery, administrative efficiency, and public service delivery, as Egypt navigates regional uncertainty and domestic development priorities.
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