In Egypt, the construction and renovation of mosques has reached staggering levels—over 13,900 since 2014, costing nearly 25 billion pounds—while churches remain drastically insufficient for Christians’ needs, and heavily restricted. The numbers alone reveal a striking imbalance in religious infrastructure, illustrating the lived reality of discrimination against Egypt’s Coptic Christians, says Raymond Ibrahim (pictured).
As of mid-January 2026, Egypt’s Ministry of Endowments continues its expansive campaign to build and maintain mosques across the country. On Friday, January 16, 2026, the ministry reported activity on 48 mosques: eight newly established, 35 replaced or renovated, and five maintained or further developed.
Looking at the broader picture, since July 1, 2025, a total of 482 mosques have been opened. Of these, 372 were newly built or replaced and renovated, while 110 underwent maintenance and development. This reflects a steady effort to modernize and expand Egypt’s religious infrastructure.
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