Egypt’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 5.8% as Labour Ministry Credits Investment and Training

Egypt’s unemployment rate declined to 5.8% in the second quarter of 2026, Labour Ministry spokesperson Abdel Wahab Khadr said, describing the figure as an important sign of the labour market’s continued recovery.

Khadr attributed the decline to investment and efforts to align vocational training with the needs of employers.

His remarks highlighted the connection between investment-driven job creation and training that prepares workers for opportunities available in the market.

The spokesperson presented the lower unemployment rate as a positive indicator of progress, with investment and market-focused training central to his assessment.