Egypt Cause
Despite being one of the most populous and historically significant countries in the Middle East, Egypt faces a growing humanitarian crisis that affects tens of millions.
Poverty: A National Emergency
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As of the most recent national statistics, approximately 30% of Egyptians live below the poverty line, translating to over 30 million people.
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In Upper Egypt, poverty rates soar to over 50%, with some governorates like Assiut, Sohag, and Minya facing near-total deprivation in rural zones.
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An additional 27% of the population is near-poor, meaning any economic shock could push them below the poverty line.
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Income inequality continues to widen, with the top 10% of earners controlling nearly 50% of national income, according to UN data.
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Egypt has been hit hard by global inflation and local economic mismanagement. The Egyptian pound lost more than 50% of its value between 2022 and 2024.
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Inflation rates reached over 36% in 2023, with food inflation peaking at over 60%, driving the price of everyday items beyond the reach of many.
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Essential items such as cooking oil, rice, eggs, and bread have doubled or tripled in price, leading to widespread food insecurity.
A Worsening Hunger Crisis
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According to the World Food Programme, over 25 million Egyptians are food insecure, and this number is expected to rise due to inflation and climate challenges.
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Stunting affects 22.3% of children under five, indicating long-term nutritional deficiencies.
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Many low-income families skip meals or reduce portion sizes just to survive.
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Rural communities, particularly in Upper Egypt and the Nile Delta, often rely on aid to meet basic food needs.
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The official unemployment rate is around 7.2%, but real unemployment, particularly among the youth and women, is far higher.
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Youth unemployment exceeds 25%, and female unemployment is nearly triple that of men.
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Around 63% of the workforce is employed in the informal sector, which offers no job security, social protections, or stable income.
Our Response on the Ground
Tiseer Welfare Trust is working closely with local partners and communities across Egypt to deliver targeted, life-saving support where it's needed most. Our interventions focus on both immediate relief and long-term resilience.
Our work includes:
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Food Distribution: Monthly food parcels for families facing hunger
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Orphan and Widow Support: Regular stipends and care packages
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Medical Aid: Funding for surgeries, treatments, and medicine access
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Clean Water Projects: Installation of water tanks and purification systems
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Education Support: Back-to-school kits and tuition assistance for vulnerable children