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15 October 2018 — Worldwide news story

UK announces a £12 mn fund to support education reform in Egypt.

The UK will give £12 million GBP to support education reform in Egypt through the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).

14 October 2018 — Worldwide news story

Education and entrepreneurship top priorities for UK Minister

British Middle East Minister Alistair Burt arrived to Cairo for a visit focusing on supporting the Egyptian government’s education reform and entrepreneurship.

18 September 2018 — Worldwide news story

Egypt: Calling for bids on girls' education projects

The British Embassy Cairo is now accepting project proposals for the 2018/2019 financial year (April 2018-March 2019) on girls' education.

14 September 2018 — Press release

UK aid to connect UK schools with classrooms around the world

Film director Richard Curtis joins International Development Secretary, Education Secretary and the British Council to launch new education programme.

30 August 2018 — Press release

UK announces major investments in future of African youth through education and voluntary family planning

New UK aid programmes to help millions more young people to plan their families, stay in education and get better jobs

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1. UK announces a £12 mn fund to support education reform in Egypt.

   • published 15 October 2018
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2. Education and entrepreneurship top priorities for UK Minister

   • published 14 October 2018
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This is a historic moment for Egypt and the region. Egypt’s transition to a democratic state has the potential to be the role model for many other states in the region. Britain has a long history of strong shared interests with Egypt, and we will continue to be an active and engaged partner, offering our help and assistance as Egypt continues the process of rebuilding both itself and its leading role in the region.

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1. UK announces a £12 mn fund to support education reform in Egypt.

   • 15 October 2018
   • Worldwide news story

2. Education and entrepreneurship top priorities for UK Minister

   • 14 October 2018
   • Worldwide news story

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1. FOI release: Magna Carta FCO funds projects in Egypt and Pakistan

   • 14 August 2018
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