Egypt has launched the second phase of the development of the Ataba area in Cairo, as part of a wider government strategy to modernise urban markets and upgrade infrastructure in key commercial districts. The report indicated that the current phase prioritises the rehabilitation of core utility networks, including water supply and sewage systems, as a foundation for broader urban development. Implementation is already underway, with the Greater Cairo Water Company carrying out works along internal streets, particularly Youssef Naguib Street, while the Cairo Sewage Company has begun operations on Qattawi Street. She also underscored the need for close coordination among implementing agencies, particularly in utility works, to ensure long-term sustainability and operational efficiency in the redeveloped area. The minister noted that the Ataba development forms part of a comprehensive national vision to reorganise traditional markets, upgrade the urban environment, and improve citizens’ quality of life, aligning with Egypt’s broader sustainable development objectives.

Source: Daily News Egypt March 28, 2026 17:52 UTC