Egypt donkeys face decline amid concerns

The donkey market in Egypt is facing a significant decline, with the number of donkeys decreasing from about 3 million in the 1990s to around one million currently, a reduction of approximately two-thirds. This decline is due to the increasing reliance on modern technologies in agriculture and the low economic viability of raising donkeys, as they no longer provide sufficient financial returns for farmers. Experts warn that the disappearance of donkeys could threaten environmental balance, especially in rural areas that depend on them for their daily activities.

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