The Egyptian government is keen to move its capital from Cairo. That’s why the construction of infrastructure in the heart of the desert is progressing at a fast pace. Today’s article will explain why the capital is being moved from the historic city of Cairo.
Currently, more than two million people live in Cairo. The problem of traffic congestion in Cairo is getting worse day by day. The government cannot handle the pressure of the population explosion in Cairo.
For many days, the Egyptian government has been establishing new cities in the heart of the Sahara desert. New Cairo City built in 2010 is a notable example. Construction of a new administrative region has begun next to New Cairo City.
Important government headquarters and institutions, including government ministries, will be moved here from Cairo. Even considering Egypt’s military, infrastructure is being built there.
The construction of this administrative region of Egypt is progressing well. Even the President’s residence is being moved here. The Octagon, a large infrastructure like the Pentagon, is under construction.
Once completed, Octagon will be the largest military installation in the world. For so long this record was in the hands of the Pentagon. Egypt is trying hard to build an administrative city of international standards.
Egypt is simultaneously building Sports City and Olympic City. Work is underway to build a new national stadium and improve football infrastructure.
Egypt has shown interest in hosting the Olympics and the FIFA World Cup. The largest mosque in the country has been built here and the university is under construction.
The iconic tower to be built here is going to be the tallest skyscraper in Africa. The government is working on various cultural institutions and better quality housing for the people.