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CairoScene
05-07-2025
- Health
- CairoScene
First Phase of Universal Health Insurance Plan Launches in Aswan
UHIS officially launches in Aswan, marking the end of the first rollout phase. Over 2.8 million services delivered in trial run, with national coverage set for completion by 2027. Jul 05, 2025 Egypt has officially launched the Universal Health Insurance System (UHIS) in Aswan, the final governorate in the programme's first implementation phase. The milestone marks a key step toward the full national rollout, which is now scheduled to conclude by 2027. Aswan becomes the sixth governorate to join UHIS - following Port Said, Ismailia, South Sinai, Suez, and Luxor - and the second in Upper Egypt. The system, managed by the Egyptian Healthcare Authority (EHA), delivered over 2.8 million services during its trial phase in Aswan, ranging from medical tests and diagnostics to surgeries and advanced treatment. According to EHA Chairman Ahmed El-Sobky, the services included one million lab tests, 400,000 emergency treatments, 100,000 outpatient visits, and 20,000 surgeries. Nearly half were specialised or advanced-level procedures. Care was delivered through eight hospitals and 89 affiliated clinics. Investments in UHIS infrastructure, equipment, and digital transformation in Aswan have exceeded EGP 12 billion. The first phase of the UHIS, launched in 2018, cost more than EGP 51 billion overall. The second phase - covering Damietta, Marsa Matrouh, Kafr El-Sheikh, North Sinai, and Minya - is expected to begin later this year at an estimated cost of EGP 115 billion.
Al-Ahram Weekly
01-07-2025
- Health
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt launches Universal Health Insurance System in Aswan - Health
Egypt's Universal Health Insurance System (UHIS) has officially launched in Aswan, marking the final governorate in the first phase of the nationwide programme, according to the Egyptian Healthcare Authority (EHA). Aswan is the sixth governorate to join the UHIS and the second in Upper Egypt after Luxor. The multi-phase programme began in 2018 in Port Said and has since expanded to Ismailia, South Sinai, Suez, and Luxor. EHA Chairman Ahmed El-Sobky stated that during the trial phase, which commenced in late 2023, the system in Aswan provided 2.8 million medical and therapeutic services. These ranged from comprehensive medical exams and diagnostics to advanced treatments and major surgeries. According to El-Sobky, the services included more than one million medical and laboratory tests, 400,000 emergency services, 100,000 outpatient visits, and 20,000 surgeries, with over 45 percent classified as primary, advanced, skilled, or specialised procedures. Intensive care, neonatal services, and other forms of advanced care were also provided. The services were delivered through eight hospitals and 89 family medicine centres and units affiliated with the EHA. El-Sobky stated that investments in the UHIS in Aswan have exceeded EGP 12 billion, encompassing infrastructure, medical equipment, and digital transformation initiatives. He described the system's launch as a step towards 'health justice' and improving public health outcomes. The first phase of the UHIS, which focused on upgrading medical infrastructure, has cost more than EGP 51 billion. The second phase, expected to begin later this year, will extend coverage to Damietta, Marsa Matrouh, Kafr El-Sheikh, North Sinai, and Minya, with an estimated cost of EGP 115 billion, according to Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. Originally slated for completion by 2032, the UHIS will be rolled out nationwide by 2027 under presidential directives. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Al-Ahram Weekly
28-05-2025
- Health
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Gustave Roussy Egypt starts cancer treatment for UHIS patients in June - Health
The Universal Health Insurance Authority (UHIA) signed an agreement late on Tuesday with the French Gustave Roussy Institute of Oncology to provide its medical services to the Universal Health Insurance System (UHIS) beneficiaries starting next month. In a statement by the UHIA, Dr. Ahmad Morsy, Executive Director of Gustave Roussy International Egypt, expressed his pleasure with this collaboration and confirmed that beneficiaries will receive world-class services in line with the state's vision for a comprehensive and advanced healthcare system. Dr. Morsy added that over 150 cases have been evaluated since the partnership agreement with the Ministry of Health and Population was signed. He noted that the medical team reviewing patients includes Egyptian and French doctors. He added that agreements have been signed with the Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement to supply all required medications and equipment and with the General Authority for Healthcare to train medical teams. UHIA CEO Mai Farid emphasized that the agreement marks an important step toward enabling UHIS beneficiaries to access specialized cancer treatment services through collaboration with one of the world's most prestigious centres in this field. She affirmed the Authority's ongoing efforts to expand its network of service providers to ensure the highest levels of quality and efficiency. Last year, Egypt turned its oldest hospital, Dar El-Salam General Hospital, established in the early 20th century, into Gustave Roussy International Egypt under a brand licensing agreement with the renowned French Oncology Institute. In 2017, the hospital was converted into a cancer-specialized hospital. Since 2019, the hospital has been a significant part of the presidential initiative for women's health, providing breast examinations for 18,000 women that year alone. Gustave Roussy International Egypt is the first branch of the French institution outside of France. In 2023, Newsweek recognized it as one of the top five cancer institutes in the world. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Al-Ahram Weekly
25-05-2025
- Health
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt launches 5th Check on Your Child campaign under universal insurance plan - Health
Egypt has launched the fifth phase of its Check on Your Child campaign, a free medical screening programme targeting more than 250,000 students in public schools across five governorates covered by the Universal Health Insurance System (UHIS). The Egyptian Healthcare Authority (EHA), which is overseeing the programme, said the screenings will run through October and cover pupils entering kindergarten, sixth grade, and tenth grade in the 2025–26 academic year. The campaign is being rolled out in Port Said, Luxor, Ismailia, South Sinai, and Suez—the first five governorates included in the UHIS since its gradual rollout began in 2018. Students in all public education streams, including Al-Azhar and technical and sports schools, will be eligible. The exams include general medical check-ups, eye and skin assessments, dental exams, and visual, hearing, and mental health impairments screenings. Older students entering preparatory and secondary school will also be tested for Hepatitis C and undergo comprehensive blood tests and early screenings for chronic illnesses. Students with health issues will be referred to UHIS-affiliated health centres and units for further testing and treatment, free of charge. All results will be digitally stored in each student's electronic health record to allow for long-term monitoring through the Family Medicine Units. Students can schedule appointments through the national hotline 15344. EHA chairman Ahmed El-Sobky said the screenings are critical to supporting children's physical and mental development and detecting health problems early. He added that the initiative aligns with broader government efforts to improve public health and invest in the country's younger generations. As part of the UHIS expansion, the authority recently added two new hospitals in Dahab and Nuweiba in South Sinai. Earlier this month, the Egyptian cabinet approved the system's rollout in Aswan, which will begin full operations on 1 July 2025—making it the sixth governorate to join the programme. The UHIS aims to provide universal healthcare coverage for all Egyptians by 2030. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
CairoScene
16-05-2025
- Health
- CairoScene
Egypt Expands Universal Health Insurance With 2 South Sinai Hospitals
Egypt opens two advanced hospitals in South Sinai as part of its Universal Health Insurance plan, enhancing care access ahead of the 2030 goal for nationwide healthcare coverage. May 16, 2025 Egypt has opened two new hospitals in South Sinai under the Universal Health Insurance System (UHIS). The EGP 1.3 billion project includes Nuweiba Central Hospital, a 5,000-square-metre facility featuring 42 dialysis machines, intensive and inpatient care units, operating theatres, radiology and endoscopy services, laboratories, a blood bank, and 10 outpatient clinics. Meanwhile, Dahab New Hospital, which cost EGP 728 million, is equipped with 58 beds, six outpatient clinics, and specialised units for dialysis, neonatal care, emergency surgery, and radiology. Both hospitals are designed to expand access to medical care in remote parts of the peninsula while easing the load on other regional health centres. They join five existing UHIS-affiliated facilities in the governorate—Sharm El-Sheikh International, Ras Sedr Specialised, Taba Central, Saint Catherine, and Al-Fayrouz Medical Complex—which together have provided over 1.5 million services since 2018. Dr. Ahmed El-Sobky, Chairman of the Egypt Healthcare Authority, confirmed that more than EGP 4 billion has so far been invested in South Sinai's UHIS operations. This includes infrastructure development, medical equipment, and ongoing service provision. As the UHIS expands, medical staff at existing hospitals will undergo training to meet the system's standards. The first phase of the national rollout is set to conclude in July 2025 with the inclusion of Aswan, positioning South Sinai among the six governorates at the forefront of Egypt's healthcare transformation.
