Climate
Egypt's minister witnesses protocol to build 50 mountain lakes in South Sinai
October 27, 2026 at 09:28 AM
Egypt's Water Resources Minister Hani Sweilem witnessed the signing of a cooperation protocol to build 50 mountain lakes for rainwater harvesting in Wadi Feran, South Sinai.
- Sweilem witnessed the signing of a protocol between the Islamic Network for Water Resources Development and the Dutch side during the Ninth Cairo Water Week.
- The session reviewed project components and results from a similar project in Jordan under the network's supervision.
- Sweilem said the project aims to protect against flash floods and provide fresh water for Bedouin communities in Sinai.
- Sweilem affirmed the ministry's commitment to enhancing cooperation with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation on water projects.