The Egyptian Water Bank

Pioneering sustainable water resource management and financing to secure Egypt's water future and establish it as a global leader in the water sector.

The Strategic Challenge & Our Mandate

The primary challenge facing water management in Egypt is bridging the gap between supply and demand on a long-term, sustainable basis. This must be done at the lowest financial, economic, and environmental cost, without hindering socio-economic development.

To address this, the **Egyptian Water Bank (EWB)** was established and registered. Its core mandate is to plan and manage water resources and finance water projects to achieve sustainable development. Sponsored and supported by the Ministry of Social Solidarity, the EWB aims to spearhead the maximized use of water resources in Egypt, secure financing for critical projects, and ultimately position Egypt as the world's water capital.

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A pair of hands cupping clean water over a thriving green landscape, symbolizing the EWB's vision and mission.

Our Services & Core Activities

A montage showcasing the diverse services of the Egyptian Water Bank, including desalination, irrigation, and water conservation.

Clean Water Access

Connecting underserved and water-scarce areas to clean and safe drinking water.

Desalination Projects

Desalinating high-salinity water using solar energy and other sustainable technologies.

Water Treatment

Treating agricultural and domestic wastewater for reuse in agriculture and industry.

Water Conservation

Promoting water use rationalization and reducing losses in water networks.

Irrigation Efficiency

Improving irrigation efficiency in the agricultural sector through modern techniques.

Environmental Cleanup

Organizing initiatives to clean the Nile River, canals, and drains to preserve water quality.

Our Strategic Outlook

Our Core Strengths

  • Pioneering focus as Egypt's first institution dedicated to nationwide water connectivity.
  • A powerful Board of Trustees providing deep community influence and strategic guidance.
  • Proven leadership with extensive experience in impactful developmental work.
  • Direct alignment with critical SDGs (3, 6, and 17), making us a key partner for global goals.

Key Strategic Opportunities

  • Capitalizing on the growing corporate and governmental focus on ESG and water sustainability.
  • Leveraging our unique, water-centric mission to stand out in the civil society landscape.
  • Utilizing Egypt's legal framework (Law 149/2019) to create profitable ventures that fund our charitable work.
  • Harnessing the high interest from domestic and international grant-makers in water and environmental projects.

Areas for Development

  • Objective: Build a dynamic, mission-driven operational team to execute our strategy at scale.
  • Objective: Implement a sophisticated strategic management system for maximum efficiency and impact tracking.
  • Objective: Secure a permanent headquarters that reflects our status and serves as a hub for donors and partners.

Navigating the Strategic Landscape

  • Our Edge: While public trust can be low, our transparent, project-based model builds confidence.
  • Our Strategy: Instead of competing, we focus on unique partnerships where our water expertise adds value.
  • Our Approach: We mitigate economic impacts on donations by diversifying our funding through grants, corporate partnerships, and sustainable ventures.

Interactive Project Map

Our impact is nationwide. This map highlights key governorates where our priority projects are making a difference. Click on a marker to learn more about our work in that specific region.

About This Map

This interactive map is a living document showcasing our key project sites and areas of intervention. It is created using Google My Maps, which allows us to provide real-time updates and detailed information for each location. Click on the markers to explore project specifics, challenges addressed, and the impact on local communities.

A resident of a Sohag village expressing hope, representing the focus of EWB's priority projects.

Priority Focus: Sohag Governorate

The villages of Sohag are a primary focus for EWB's interventions due to severe poverty and a critical lack of basic services. With poverty rates soaring between 71-88%, our work here is essential.

  • Key villages include Sheikh Makram, Banawit, Mazata Sharq, and Al-Baskiya.
  • Communities like Banawit (pop. 18,000+) face extreme hardship with an 86.8% poverty rate.
  • Our projects directly address the lack of reliable access to clean drinking water and modern sanitation.
  • We aim to restore dignity and provide the foundational elements for a healthy, productive life.