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عربية – DW
Egypt reduces bread subsidies worsening poverty
The article concerns Egypt's procedures to reduce food subsidies, as approximately 850,000 people were excluded from the support system last June, leading to a significant increase in the price of subsidized bread and greater hardship for low-income families, who have started to eat less food, especially meat and fruits, to ensure there is enough food for their children. The government is preparing to shift from in-kind and cash support to direct cash assistance starting in January, aiming to reach only those who are truly eligible, despite concerns that the value of support may erode as prices continue to rise and inflation rates, which have reached 15%, double. These reforms are expected to improve the distribution of support, but many families remain worried about losing their safety nets amid the ongoing economic crisis.
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