On Tuesday, Egypt’s government refuted social media claims that it would expropriate housing units from their owners if they are not registered in the notary offices in accordance with the new amendment to the law. The Egyptian cabinet’s media center released a statement saying that it had contacted the Justice Ministry, who completely denied the rumors. The ministry explained that the new legislative amendment to the Real Estate Registration and Notary Authority’s law does not include expropriation of any housing units from their owners. According to the statement, property owners wishing to sell their units must follow the following steps:Go to the notary office. Submit an application for registration with the real estate registry attached with an assessment of the real estate tax.

Source: Egypt Independent February 23, 2021 14:37 UTC