Egyptians cling to Ramadan charity as inflation soars
- Date: 29-Mar-2023
- Source: Jordan Times
- Sector:Financial Services
- Country:Egypt
Egyptians cling to Ramadan charity as inflation soars
CAIRO — In a time of dire economic trouble, Egyptians are holding fast to the Ramadan tradition of charity, with both donors and those in need pinning hopes on holiday generosity.
Families have buckled under the weight of inflation, which hit 32.9 per cent in February as Egyptians tried to fill their shelves ahead of the Islamic holy month of daytime fasting and special evening meals, known as iftar.
"Last year, we were giving out 360 iftar meals every day — this year, I'm not sure we'll make it to 200," said the founder of a small charity in the working-class Cairo district of Al Marg.
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