Women Lead Egypt’s Microfinance Market With 40 Billion in Financing

Women accounted for the largest share of Egypt’s microfinance beneficiaries at the end of June 2026, leading men in both recipient numbers and outstanding financing balances.

Financing balances for women stood at 40 billion, compared with 33 billion for men. The figures highlight women’s larger share of the country’s microfinance portfolio.

Women’s lead extended beyond the value of financing, with female borrowers also making up the largest group of beneficiaries. The summary did not provide a breakdown of recipient numbers.

The distribution came as total outstanding microfinance balances increased. No comparison figure or growth rate was provided to show the scale of that rise.