Egypt reports 41% drop in air pollution since 2015 – minister

Egypt has cut concentrations of fine particulate matter (PM10) by 41 per cent since the launch of its national sustainable development strategy in 2015, Environment Minister Manal Awad said on Tuesday.

Data from the country’s national air pollution monitoring network, covering nationwide governorates, showed PM10 levels fell sharply in 2025 compared with the 2015 baseline, marking the start of the Vision 2030 initiative. The report also showed a 6 per cent improvement from 2024, reflecting continued progress in reducing air pollution.

Awad attributed the improvement to a comprehensive package of measures across multiple sectors, aimed at balancing economic growth with environmental protection. She said integrating environmental considerations into development planning has become a cornerstone of Egypt’s policy framework.

“These improvements reflect the state’s commitment to achieving sustainable development goals and enhancing citizens’ quality of life through pollution reduction and public health initiatives,” she said.

The minister added that Egypt aims to reduce air pollutants by 50 per cent by 2030 compared with the baseline year, noting that current trends support confidence in meeting that target. She said reliable environmental data will continue to guide policy decisions and the implementation of measures to ensure sustainable development for current and future generations.

Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English