Egypt has secured €61.5 million in European funding to expand the Yellow Mountain Wastewater Treatment Plant, following a presidential decree issued by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
Published in Thursday’s issue of the Official Gazette, Decree No. 220 of 2024 approves a combination of a loan and grants to support the project.
The funding package includes a €50 million loan from the French Development Agency, a €1.5 million grant from the same agency, and a €10 million grant from the European Union.
The initiative, part of Phase III of the Yellow Mountain Wastewater Treatment Plant Project, aims to enhance sustainable development in Egypt’s water and wastewater sector.
By expanding the El-Gebel El-Asfar station, the project will increase treatment capacity to meet the needs of the growing population served by the drinking water and wastewater network.
“This expansion will allow the facility to keep pace with population growth and improve the quality of wastewater treatment,” government officials said.
The funding reflects Egypt’s ongoing collaboration with European partners in infrastructure and environmental projects. The French Development Agency and the European Union have provided support through both loans and grants, reinforcing Egypt’s commitment to sustainable development goals in the water sector.
Officials noted that the project will not only enhance water treatment capacity but also contribute to environmental protection and public health by reducing pollution in surrounding areas. The investment is seen as a crucial step toward modernising the country’s water infrastructure and ensuring long-term sustainability.
The decree follows a series of similar initiatives, including EU grants supporting population strategies and other infrastructure projects, demonstrating a continued focus on leveraging international partnerships for national development.
With construction and upgrades set to proceed under Phase III, the Yellow Mountain Wastewater Treatment Plant is expected to serve as a key pillar in Egypt’s efforts to improve water management and environmental resilience for years to come.
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