Egypt’s GAFI meets 10th of Ramadan investors to boost private sector participation, exports

Egypt’s General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) held a meeting on Tuesday with members of the 10th of Ramadan Investors Association to discuss ways to improve coordination and enhance the investment climate.

GAFI Chief Executive Hossam Heba described the gathering as the first of its kind, aimed at strengthening dialogue between the government and private sector, increasing private investment in industrial activities from around 14–15 per cent to 30–32 per cent and raising Egyptian exports to $145 billion by 2030.

Heba highlighted the launch of the Economic Entities Platform, an electronic system designed to unify business licensing and streamline interactions with government agencies. He emphasized that addressing the needs of existing investors is key to attracting new investments.

Investors welcomed the platform, saying it responds to calls for a single digital interface and helps reduce fragmented procedures across government bodies. During the meeting, participants raised concerns over services, industrial expansion support, and infrastructure quality. GAFI pledged to coordinate with relevant authorities to ensure timely responses and improve service delivery.

Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English

Subediting: Y.Yasser