Through effective policies and programmes, Egypt has made important progress in ensuring widespread access to reproductive health services and reducing maternal deaths. Challenges remain, such as stagnating contraceptive prevalence, female genital mutilation/cutting, and maternal mortality rates. Since 1972, UNFPA has helped the national family planning and population programme overcome initial opposition and become a success. Today, UNFPA supports continued improvements, advocating for integrating reproductive care in primary health services, with full respect for reproductive rights. Programmes also focus on improving maternal health and reducing gender-based violence.
Population aged 0-14
Population aged 15-64
Population aged 65+
Births attended by skilled health personnel
CPR any method
Unmet need
Child marriage by age 18
| Key Indicators | ||
|---|---|---|
| Population size, female age 15-49 (in thousands), 2012 | ||
| Prevalence of FGM among women 15-49 (%) | ||
| Prevalence of FGM among girls 15-19 (%) | ||
| Ethnic group with the highest prevalence in the country (%) | ||
| Existence of national policies and laws banning FGM; Year passed | ||
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