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Egypt announces Thursday, 18 June as official paid holiday for Hijri New Year

Ahram Online , Monday 8 Jun 2026

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly issued a decree declaring Thursday, 18 June, a paid official holiday for public and private sector employees on the occasion of the Hijri New Year.

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Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. Photo courtesy of Egyptian cabinet.

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A paid holiday Thursday for Egyptian employees to celebrate Hijri New Year

 

The decision applies to employees in ministries, government agencies, public authorities, local administration units, public sector companies, and state-owned enterprises.

According to the statement, the holiday will replace the Gregorian date corresponding to the first day of Muharram 1448 AH, subject to the official religious sighting of the new lunar month.

The decree confirmed that scheduled examinations will continue as planned according to the timetables set by the competent authorities.

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