Minister El-Menshawy outlines Egypt’s smart cities, real estate opportunities at BEBA UK mission
Egypt is promoting its new cities and urban expansion programme as a long-term investment opportunity backed by strong housing demand, modern infrastructure, and expanding private-sector participation, Minister of Housing Randa El-Menshawy said on Thursday.
Speaking during the British Egyptian Business Association’s (BEBA) 2026 Business Mission to the UK, El-Menshawy said Egypt’s urban development strategy is focused on creating sustainable, investment-ready communities supported by integrated infrastructure, utilities and economic activity.
Responding to a question from British Ambassador to Egypt Mark Bryson-Richardson on how Egypt is encouraging greater private-sector participation in urban development, El-Menshawy said housing projects are being developed alongside infrastructure, utilities, public services and economic activities to ensure new cities are ready to attract residents and investment from the outset.
She said Egypt’s substantial investment in infrastructure and utilities over the past decade, combined with continued population growth and rising demand for housing, has strengthened the country’s appeal as an investment destination.
El-Menshawy also highlighted efforts to improve the investment climate through legal and regulatory reforms, including measures aimed at protecting foreign investment and facilitating the movement of profits and capital.
The minister said Egypt’s real estate sector continues to benefit from strong underlying demand driven by demographic growth and increasing housing needs, creating opportunities across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.
She added that investment opportunities extend beyond real estate into sustainable infrastructure and integrated urban developments, supported by partnership models, serviced-land offerings and a growing financing ecosystem involving Egyptian banks and international financial institutions.
“Our message to investors is clear: Egypt is not simply offering individual projects, but intelligent cities and long-term investment opportunities supported by modern infrastructure, strong market fundamentals, and a clear commitment to sustainable growth,” she said.
The discussion focused on ways government policy, strategic partnerships, and private-sector participation can accelerate the delivery of investment-ready projects and unlock opportunities across the real estate, infrastructure, and utilities sectors.