Egypt is intensifying efforts to expand tourism’s contribution to its economy, positioning the country to capture greater opportunities from Africa’s growing travel and investment landscape.
Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy and Planning and Economic Development Minister Ahmed Rostom discussed stronger cooperation to improve how Egypt measures and presents the sector’s economic contribution, according to Daily News Egypt reports.
The initiative comes as Egypt seeks to maximise tourism’s benefits across the economy, from foreign-currency earnings and employment to investment, infrastructure and businesses linked to the travel industry.
Egypt is targeting 30 million tourists annually by 2030, a goal that could significantly boost tourism revenues and strengthen the sector’s contribution to national development. The ambition also highlights Egypt’s potential to further enhance its position as one of Africa’s leading tourism destinations.
The country is supporting this growth through investments in tourism infrastructure, new attractions, transport networks and airport capacity. The opening of major archaeological attractions, including the Grand Egyptian Museum, is adding further momentum to Egypt’s appeal as a destination for international and African travellers.
Egypt’s tourism strategy also focuses on diversifying tourism products, attracting investment, developing skills, improving visitor experiences, promoting sustainability and accelerating digital transformation.
Beyond tourism, the sector’s expansion is expected to benefit a wide range of industries, creating more opportunities for young people and strengthening economic activity across communities.
With ambitious visitor targets, expanding infrastructure and continued investment, Egypt is building stronger foundations for tourism-led growth and reinforcing its role in Africa’s dynamic tourism economy.
