Egypt’s Cabinet announced easing COVID-related restrictions during the holy fasting month of Ramadan, to start early April, such as removing the ban on public charity iftar tables.

The Supreme Committee for the Management of the Epidemic and Health Pandemic Crisis affiliated with the Cabinet and headed by Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly, also agreed on keeping mosques and all of its affiliated buildings open during Ramadan for performing Tarawih prayers.

The closing hours of shops, restaurants and cafes has also been extended to 2 pm during the month of Ramadan.

It was also agreed to hold weddings and celebrations in closed halls in hotels, while adhering to precautionary measures, starting from April.