The New Nile - Egypt's ambitious endeavour to Reclaim the Desert

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In the sweltering southwest of Cairo, where the arid expanse once ruled, an ambitious vision is coming to life. Egypt is orchestrating an agricultural revolution, an oasis of epic proportions, termed as the New Delta Project. This vast undertaking aims to transform 6,000 square kilometres of desert into fertile farmland, supported by modern infrastructure, including the world’s largest wastewater treatment plant and a ground-breaking artificial river. The project is poised to unfold in phases, with the first milestone expected by 2025. This phase promises to revolutionize desert farming, intertwining hundreds of kilometres of new roads, residential zones, power facilities, and a colossal gigafarm. By 2030, the project anticipates doubling the reclaimed land, thereby amplifying its potential manifold.