Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi attended the “Egyptian Women and Ideal Mother” gathering on Saturday, where he praised the vital role of women in the nation’s development. He acknowledged their significant progress across various fields and reiterated their essential contribution to Egypt’s development and nation-building.
Presidential spokesperson Mohamed El-Shenawy noted that the event was attended by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, several female ministers, and key women leaders. Amal Ammar, the President of the National Council for Women, presented the council’s ongoing efforts to empower women, particularly in areas of social empowerment and leadership roles.
Minister of Social Solidarity Maya Morsy and Minister of Planning and Economic Development Rania Al-Mashat highlighted government programmes designed to support women, including social protection initiatives such as the “Takaful and Karama” programme, which provides increased financial aid for Egyptian families, as well as efforts aimed at boosting women’s economic empowerment under Egypt’s Vision 2030.
The event also featured a documentary showcasing the state’s initiatives in supporting women, followed by an interactive discussion between President Al-Sisi and the attendees on various key issues, including motherhood, childhood, Alzheimer’s disease, and the impact of arts and media on Egyptian identity.
In his address, President Al-Sisi emphasized the state’s recognition of women’s contributions to society, stating: “Egyptian women have been the cornerstone of this enduring civilization and will continue to be key partners in development and progress.” He also urged the government to continue advancing women’s economic empowerment, political participation, and the fight against all forms of violence toward women.
In his concluding remarks, the president expressed solidarity with Palestinian women facing challenges, stressing the importance of national unity to achieve the aspirations of the Egyptian people.
Minister Maya Morsy shared that the Takaful and Karama social security programme has benefited 7.7 million families, with women representing more than 75% of the recipients. She also highlighted efforts to empower women economically, including through government initiatives and financial support.
Morsy explained that the Ministry of Social Solidarity provides annual financial assistance worth 18 billion Egyptian pounds, with EGP 5.2bn allocated specifically for female-headed households, benefiting 673,000 women. Furthermore, about EGP 7.8bn is annually allocated from the Family Insurance Fund at Nasser Social Bank for alimony payments, supporting 409,000 beneficiaries.
The Minister also spotlighted the establishment of the first financial system for economic empowerment, which has a total value of EGP 10bn, as part of the government’s broader strategy to support the financial and social empowerment of women.
