Egypt took another major step toward a sustainable future as Minister of Labor Mohamed Gebran participated in the official launch of the “Green Jobs Skills in Egypt” study, in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the World Food Programme (WFP). The initiative aims to equip Egypt’s workforce with the necessary skills to support a just transition to a green economy, especially as global labor markets adapt to climate challenges and technological transformation.
Held in Cairo, the launch brought together representatives from government ministries, international organizations, and private sector partners. The study is part of Egypt’s broader commitment to integrating sustainability into workforce development and economic planning.
Push for Green Skills and Sustainable Employment
In his keynote address, Minister Gebran emphasized the Egyptian government’s focus on upskilling workers for emerging green sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, efficient resource use, and waste management.
The Minister praised the new Labor Law No. 14 of 2025, recently ratified by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, which recognizes modern labor patterns shaped by digital innovation and climate change. The law reflects international labor standards and was the result of a comprehensive social dialogue involving government, employers, and workers—with the support of the ILO.
Egypt’s Green Jobs Agenda
Minister Gebran outlined a set of priorities that will guide Egypt’s green jobs agenda:
- Integrating green competencies across all levels of vocational education and training.
- Expanding dual education programs and apprenticeships to align with sustainable sectors.
- Investing in the training of trainers and enhancing the quality of technical institutions.
- Collaborating with the private sector, seen as the engine of development, to scale up green job creation.
- Improving labor market data systems to track job trends and anticipate future skill demands.
The Ministry is also working through its Training & Rehabilitation Fund and under presidential initiatives like “Haya Karima” and “New Beginnings for Human Development” to reach youth in underserved communities and prepare them for future-ready employment.
International Partners Emphasize Tri-Party Dialogue
Eric Oechslin, Director of the ILO Cairo Office, underscored the vital role of tripartite social dialogue—between governments, employers, and workers—in shaping a fair transition to green jobs. Oechslin also thanked the World Food Programme for its strategic partnership and stressed the need to empower and protect workers as sectors transform under climate and economic pressures.
Vision Aligned with Egypt’s New Republic
The launch event reflects Egypt’s ambition to become a regional leader in sustainable development and green employment, aligned with the vision of its “New Republic.”
