Ziyad El Ahwal says the focus is shifting toward early detection, digital health data, multidisciplinary care and stronger healthcare capabilities
The figures underscore how Egypt’s “100 Million Seha” presidential initiative transformed hepatitis C from a major public health burden into an example of how large-scale health interventions can generate economic value alongside clinical gains.
Madbouly said the significance of the IMF's decision extends beyond the financing itself.
The latest approval enables Egypt to immediately access about $1.5 billion under the EFF and about $272 million under the RSF, bringing total disbursements under the two arrangements to approximately $7.3 billion.
Madbouly said Egypt has activated alternative gas supply arrangements to safeguard energy security after a drone attack damaged a regasification vessel at Damietta Port.
