475 Churches Legalized Annually in Egypt

Egypt Legalizes 191 Churches as Part of Ongoing Reform Drive | The Middle East Observer

Cairo — Egypt has approved the legalization of 191 churches and affiliated service buildings, as part of its ongoing national effort to regularize places of worship and promote religious inclusivity. According to an official statement by the Egyptian Cabinet, the decision was taken during a meeting of the committee responsible for reviewing the legal and […]

Government Approves Legalization of 191 Churches—Amid Ongoing Questions Over Religious Equality

By Coptic Solidarity – Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly chaired, on April 15, a meeting of the main committee tasked with legalizing the status of churches and their affiliated service buildings, in the presence of senior ministers and officials from key state bodies, including the Ministries of Housing, Justice, and Local Development, as well as representatives of the Armed Forces Engineering Authority.  According to Cabinet spokesperson Cou…

475 churches legalized annually in Egypt

The recent decision to legalize the status of 191 churches and affiliated buildings during the meeting of the Main Committee for Church Legalization is a move that cannot be overlooked. This significant decision translates the principle of freedom of worship into a tangible reality, ensuring it is protected in both form and substance. The continuous stream of decisions by this committee demonstrates a clear political will to resolve this long-st…