Finance Minister to Outstanding Tax Authority Employees at eFinance and eTax Recognition Ceremony:Thank You to the “Changemakers” for Earning the Trust of the Tax CommunityTogether, We Are Transforming Egypt’s Tax Landscape Through Stronger Partnerships with Taxpayers, Powered by Integrated Digital ServicesEncouraging Results from the Tax Facilitation Package Inspire Us to Continue the Journey with Greater Simplification and EaseThe Strong Response from the Business Community Reaffirms That We Are on the Right Path and Places a Responsibility on Us to Sustain This MomentumVoluntary Compliance Rates Continue to Rise While Tax Revenues Grow Without Additional Burdens Ahmed Kouchouk, Minister of Finance, expressed his appreciation to the outstanding employees of the Egyptian Tax Authority during a recognition ceremony organised by eFinance for Financial and Digital Investments and eTax, the company specialising in tax technology solutions.Addressing the honourees, Kouchouk said: “Thank you to the changemakers who have earned the trust of the tax community. Together, we are transforming Egypt’s tax landscape through stronger partnerships with taxpayers, built on integrated digital services.”Speaking to employees of the Egyptian Tax Authority during the ceremony, he noted that the positive outcomes of the tax facilitation package encourage the continuation of the reform path already underway through further simplification and greater support for the tax community.“The strong response from the business community reassures us that we are moving in the right direction and places upon us the responsibility to maintain and sustain this progress,” he added.Kouchouk highlighted the continued rise in voluntary compliance rates and the growth of tax revenues without imposing any additional burdens. He stressed that the Ministry remains committed to deepening its partnership with taxpayers through meaningful support and a genuine commitment to helping businesses grow and succeed.“The Egyptian Tax Authority, our partners across the tax community, eFinance and eTax all deserve recognition for their genuine commitment to development and improvement,” the Minister said. “Together, we are making a meaningful difference through impactful steps that advance tax reform, support investment and drive economic growth. Every day, we strive to improve our services to ensure greater taxpayer satisfaction.”Kouchouk added: “I am extremely proud of the remarkable progress demonstrated by eFinance and eTax and their growing ability to export tax expertise and services.”He noted that there is increasing regional interest in benefiting from Egypt’s successful experience in digitising and simplifying financial and tax systems, expressing confidence in the potential to extend the expertise of eFinance and eTax across regional markets.Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority, expressed her appreciation for the continued support of the Minister of Finance and reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to providing greater assistance and facilitation for the tax community.“I am very proud of our successful partnership with the tax community, eFinance and eTax,” she said.Abdel Aal added that employees of the Egyptian Tax Authority had risen to the challenge and demonstrated a genuine commitment to implementing tax facilitation measures and delivering high-quality digital services. She emphasised that the Authority’s relationship with taxpayers will always be built on trust, partnership and support, enabling businesses to grow and expand their investments.Ibrahim Sarhan, Chairman & CEO of eFinance Investment Group, reaffirmed the Group’s commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to create a more efficient and user-friendly tax ecosystem.“We are one team working toward a common goal: advancing tax reform and making it easier for the business community,” Sarhan said.Khaled Abdel Ghani, Chief Executive Officer of eTax, stressed that development is a continuous process and that taxpayer satisfaction remains the company’s ultimate goal.“Many of our ideas come directly from the tax community, and we transform them into simple, practical technology solutions,” he said.Abdel Ghani added that eTax is actively supporting the tax system’s transition towards a stronger customer-service culture, helping improve taxpayers’ experience with the Egyptian Tax Authority and its digital platforms.During the ceremony, Ibrahim Sarhan, Chairman & CEO of EFIG, honoured Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority, in recognition of her efforts to enhance tax services and facilitate procedures for the business community.Sarhan and Abdel Aal also honoured a number of Egyptian Tax Authority leaders and work teams whose contributions played a significant role in improving taxpayer services and advancing the Authority’s development efforts.

• Advanced threat detection and response solutions to strengthen business continuity across critical sectors• AI-powered technologies enabling early threat detection and rapid incident responseeFinance, a subsidiary of eFinance Investment Group, announced its participation in the fifth edition of the Cybersecurity and Information Security Exhibition and Conference CAISEC'26, where it is serving as the Technology Partner for the fifth consecutive year. During the event, the company will showcase its latest cybersecurity solutions, advanced technologies, and specialized services, aimed at strengthening digital resilience and enhancing organizations’ readiness to address the growing landscape of cyber threats.eFinance’s continued role as Technology Partner at CAISEC—now in its largest edition to date—reflects its ongoing commitment to advancing Egypt’s cybersecurity ecosystem and supporting the country’s digital transformation journey. The company plays a critical role in operating and managing key digital platforms and government payment systems that serve vital sectors, making cybersecurity a fundamental pillar in both the design and operation of its services. This commitment also reinforces trust in the national digital infrastructure, which serves as a cornerstone for sustainable digital economic growth.Cybersecurity remains a core strategic priority for eFinance, as the company continues to strengthen its cyber capabilities through comprehensive development and investment plans aligned with the rapidly evolving global threat landscape and the increasing complexity of cybersecurity challenges.During CAISEC'26, eFinance will showcase a comprehensive portfolio of advanced cybersecurity solutions, including:•    Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services•    Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) services•    Integrated platforms for security solutionsThese offerings are part of a holistic ecosystem designed to enhance the protection of digital infrastructure while improving operational resilience and institutional readiness.The company will also highlight its use of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to enhance early threat detection capabilities and accelerate response times to cyber incidents; supporting the shift toward more proactive, intelligent, and adaptive cybersecurity models.In addition to its technology showcase, eFinance will actively participate in a series of panel discussions and specialized sessions during the conference, where it will share its expertise in cybersecurity and digital infrastructure protection, while contributing to discussions around key challenges, emerging trends, and the future of cyber resilience.Commenting on this participation, Mr. Ibrahim Sarhan, Chairman & CEO of eFinance Investment Group, stated:“Cybersecurity is a fundamental pillar for sustaining the digital economy, particularly amid the rapid evolution of cyber threats and the growing reliance on digital services. We remain committed to investing in the continuous development of our capabilities and security solutions to keep pace with these changes, enabling organizations to safeguard their digital assets and ensure the continuity of their operations with efficiency and reliability.”He added:“Our participation in CAISEC'26 represents a valuable opportunity to exchange expertise and showcase the latest cybersecurity practices and technologies, contributing to building a more secure and resilient digital environment capable of addressing future challenges.”For his part, Eng. Yehia El Gohary, Head of InfoSec at eFinance, emphasized that the company continues to expand and enhance its cybersecurity service portfolio to meet the evolving needs of various sectors. He noted that the solutions being showcased during the conference are built on the latest global technologies and best practices in securing data, systems, and digital infrastructure.He added that eFinance has developed a comprehensive and advanced suite of cybersecurity services that cater to all sectors it serves, including government entities as well as emerging economic sectors where the company is actively expanding its operations.Eng. El Gohary further explained that these developments include a range of modern, technology-driven solutions designed to strengthen organizations’ ability to secure their data, services, and digital infrastructure; particularly in critical sectors such as healthcare, health insurance, digital services, and electronic payments. 

eHealth has officially launched Eyada Plus, a comprehensive cloud-based platform designed to digitize and streamline the management of primary healthcare units and specialized medical clinics. The launch event brought together senior healthcare leaders and representatives from both government and private-sector institutions, highlighting the growing national momentum behind digital transformation in healthcare.The event was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Health and Population, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the  Universal Health Insurance Authority, the Egypt Healthcare Authority, and the General Authority for Healthcare Accreditation and Regulation, in addition to key stakeholders from the banking sector led by Suez Canal Bank as well as telecom operators, pharmaceutical companies, and private healthcare providers. The strong attendance underscored widespread confidence in digital health solutions as a catalyst for improving healthcare outcomes across Egypt.During the event, eHealth showcased the capabilities of Eyada Plus, which provides healthcare providers with secure, cloud-based access to data anytime and anywhere, while unifying clinical and operational workflows within a single platform. A key strength of the solution is its direct integration with the Universal Health Insurance System, enabling seamless data exchange in governorates where the system is already in effect. The platform also supports comprehensive electronic medical records and real-time analytics that empower healthcare professionals to make faster, data-driven decisions.The launch also witnessed the signing of a tripartite cooperation agreement between eHealth, eAswaaq Misr, and Suez Canal Bank. The partnership aims to deliver innovative financing solutions tailored for physicians and healthcare providers, fully integrated with the Eyada Plus platform, to support digital adoption and expansion within the medical sector.