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Cairo Governor Dr. Ibrahim Saber inspected the ongoing development works of the Historic Cairo area, which the state places enormous importance on, aiming to restore the area’s significance and tourism position.

The governor was accompanied by Deputy Cairo Governor Ibrahim Abdel Hadi, Director of Awqaf Directorate Sheikh Khaled Salah, General Coordinator of the Urban Development Fund Ihab Hanafi, and several officials of the Cairo governorate and the Ministry of Antiquities.

During his tour, Saber stated that the ongoing development project is a collaborative effort involving the governorate, the Urban Development Fund, and the Engineering Authority. These projects encompass the area behind Al-Hakim Mosque, Umm Al-Ghulam Street, Al-Husseiny area, Bab Zuweila, and Darb Al-Labana.

Saber also emphasized that the overarching vision for the development project in historic Cairo focuses on preserving and enhancing the social and economic activities within the urban fabric. The goal is to create a new historical tourist destination that revitalizes the capital's glory and status.

Moreover, Saber confirmed the existence of a specialized advisory team with expertise in the area's history, assigned to restore buildings and optimize the use of spaces.

Saber asserted that they are addressing all challenges to accelerate the project's completion and improve its execution rates, given its status as a national project.

Saber also emphasized that all activities and workshops that are not appropriate for the area's characteristics will be relocated.

Source: Media Department, Cairo Governorate​