Egypt’s new capital secures EGP 50 billion in 2025 investment
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Egypt’s New Administrative Capital has sustained a strong flow of investment in 2025, with commitments reaching about EGP 50 billion. The figure, announced by the Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD) during the Think Commercial Roundtable, mirrors last year’s performance and demonstrates that momentum has not slowed despite broader macroeconomic headwinds.
The city’s total assets are now valued at EGP 360 billion, a figure that underscores its role as one of the country’s largest self-financed urban projects. ACUD reported annual profits of EGP 35 billion, alongside nearly EGP 9 billion in tax contributions to the state treasury.
Government relocation cements the city’s status
The long-anticipated transfer of Egypt’s highest institutions is edging closer. Following upcoming elections, the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the Central Bank of Egypt are expected to relocate to the New Capital. The Egyptian Cabinet has already been operating from the city for two years, with ministries based in purpose-built offices. This consolidation strengthens the New Capital’s position as not only an administrative hub but also a symbolic centre of governance.
Expansion driven by new partnerships and land offers
ACUD is preparing to launch the next phase of development early next year. A core component of this stage will be partnerships over land parcels ranging between 300 and 500 feddans. Ten proposals have already been received from Egyptian and Arab developers.
In parallel, ACUD plans to release 30% of its land for investment, with a particular focus on the New Financial District. Projected returns from this allocation range between EGP 15 billion and EGP 20 billion, highlighting the district’s role as an engine of economic activity within the broader urban plan.
Infrastructure and services underpin long-term vision
The New Capital’s design stretches over 40,000 feddans, combining residential communities, commercial areas, and civic facilities. Infrastructure projects such as the 1.5 million cubic metre water treatment plant form the backbone of the city’s capacity to host both population growth and business expansion.
Transport has been another central pillar. Connectivity to Cairo is ensured through an extended road network, the operational Light Rail Transit (LRT), and the soon-to-be-launched Monorail. Internally, residents and workers rely on a mix of bus routes, ride-hailing services, and taxis that link seamlessly with transit hubs.
Education and culture emerge as pillars of identity
Education has been deliberately integrated into the city’s growth strategy. Six universities—ranging from the University of Hertfordshire to the German International University—are already functioning, while an expanding portfolio of private and international schools serves younger populations.
On the cultural front, the City of Arts and Culture has attracted both local and global performers, while the Islamic Cultural Center and the Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ stand as architectural landmarks. Together, these institutions give the New Capital a civic identity that extends beyond bureaucracy.
Lifestyle and residential presence take root
Around 25,000 families now live in the city, alongside 50,000 government employees, 12,000 university students, and 20,000 school pupils. The growing community is supported by hospitality venues such as the St. Regis Almasa New Capital, expanding retail zones, healthcare facilities, and leisure spaces. These additions shift the city’s image from a construction project to a lived-in urban environment.
A broader signal for Egypt’s urban strategy
The continuation of EGP 50 billion in annual investment, coupled with the relocation of top state institutions, indicates that Egypt’s New Capital has moved beyond its blueprint stage. For policymakers, the city is a showcase of self-financed urban planning, free of debt obligations. For investors, it signals a platform where real estate, infrastructure, and services can generate strong returns.
As Phase 2 takes shape, the New Capital is no longer merely a long-term ambition. It is becoming an anchor of Egypt’s urban transformation—both a symbol of intent and a practical reality for those who live, work, and study within its borders.