In anticipation of the upcoming Eid Al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice), Egypt’s Governor of Giza, Major General Ahmed Rashid, announced guidelines for slaughtering animals.
Rashid declared that street slaughters will be banned for the upcoming religious celebration, with a fine of EGP 3,000 for individuals who engage in the act, according to the “Egyptian Streets” website”.
While it remains unclear if the governorate’s measures include harsher punishments, other governorates have threatened imprisonment in previous years.
To ensure the proper observance of Eid Al-Adha, the Giza Governorate is directing its 9.5 million residents to 31 abattoirs made free of charge in place of street slaughters, as per an official Facebook announcement made on 2 June.
“This initiative aims to encourage citizens to slaughter sacrificial animals in abattoirs, ensuring environmental preservation, public health, and cleanliness,” reads the announcement, which also highlights that residents are expected to bring their butchers.
Government-appointed veterinaries will be present at these abattoirs to inspect the animals and ensure the sterility of their meat.
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