Takaful and Karama beneficiaries receive EGP 1.5bn Ramadan bonus

The Egyptian government has distributed an EGP 300 Ramadan bonus to 4.7 million families enrolled in the Takaful and Karama cash transfer programs, amounting to a total of EGP 1.5 billion. Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk stated that the Ministry of Finance provided the funds to the Ministry of Social Solidarity for distribution, following presidential directives.

In addition to the Ramadan bonus, a 25% increase in cash assistance for Takaful and Karama beneficiaries will take effect in April. This increase is projected to cost approximately EGP 13bn through June 2026.