Egypt’s Local Development Ministry Reports on Latest Encroachment Removal Campaign

Egypt’s Ministry of Local Development and Environment has announced the results of the first phase of the 30th wave of its campaign to remove encroachments and address building violations.

The phase ran from August 29 to September 18, 2026, as part of the ministry’s continuing enforcement efforts.

The announcement covered action against encroachments and construction that violates building rules. The summary provided no figures for removals or details of the areas involved.

The ministry’s update focused on the first phase of the campaign. No timetable for subsequent phases was included in the available information.