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​16 February 2025

Cairo Governor Dr. Ibrahim Saber visited the Iqraa Noon El-Sahar Library, offering free reading services in the Nasr City neighborhood. During his visit, Saber met with a group of school students who expressed their happiness at having such distinguished public libraries that satisfy their passion for reading at no cost.

Saber also said the library, which is witnessing a significant turnout from students and youth, represents an important step towards implementing the directives of the political leadership aimed at enhancing culture and education in Egypt. Additionally, it aligns with the state's vision to deepen culture and develop society in a way that serves the nation's development goals. This library represents a qualitative addition to Egypt's public libraries, as it provides an encouraging environment for reading and knowledge. It also offers extensive opportunities for all members of the society to access the sources of culture and sciences.

Saber added that this library, established by the state, aligns with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's directives to expand public libraries throughout Cairo's neighborhoods, as President Sisi believes in the vital role that libraries play in raising awareness, deepening knowledge and understanding, and promoting reading and research among young people.

Moreover, Saber said the library provides outstanding educational materials and cultural services aimed at all age groups and communities in the area, with the goal of spreading culture and knowledge. This enhances general culture, encourages continuous learning, and makes the library a center for intellectual and cultural innovation.

The Iqraa Noon El-Sahar Library is situated on Shinzo Abe Axis in Nasr City, encompassing a total area of 625 m². Of this, 105 m² is allocated for adult reading, while 16 m² is dedicated to children's reading. The library also includes an outdoor space of 300 m², designed as an open garden, and it houses a collection of 6,000 books spanning various fields of knowledge.

Source: Media Department, Cairo Governorate