Major General Ibrahim Abu Lemon, Governor of Menoufia, issued Decision No. (2) for the year 2026, imposing a complete ban on the circulation, storage, or use of fireworks of all types and forms within the cities, districts, and villages, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. This is part of the commitment to ensuring public security and safety for citizens, given the serious dangers these fireworks pose to lives and property, in addition to the disturbance they cause to citizens.
The Governor of Menoufia confirmed that the decision is part of the governorate’s plan to reduce negative phenomena that threaten the safety of residents. He stressed taking all deterrent measures against violators and not being lenient in applying the law, in order to preserve societal stability and the safety of citizens across the various districts and cities of the governorate.
The Governor tasked the Directorate of Supply and Internal Trade and the Consumer Protection Agency with intensifying inspection campaigns in markets and commercial outlets, and taking immediate legal action against violators. This is to be coordinated with the heads of local units for districts, cities, and neighborhoods, as well as the relevant security agencies, with confiscation of seized items and the preparation of necessary reports regarding incidents that are discovered on the ground.
In this context, and in implementation of the Governor of Menoufia’s directives, the relevant authorities launched an extensive supply campaign in the Ashmun district and city. This resulted in the seizure and destruction of 200 packages of prohibited fireworks. The seized items were confiscated and the necessary legal measures were taken, as part of efforts to preserve public health and citizen safety.
Cairo
Cairo is the sprawling capital of Egypt, founded in 969 CE by the Fatimid dynasty near ancient sites like the Pyramids of Giza. It is a historic center of the Islamic world, famed for landmarks such as the medieval Cairo Citadel, Al-Azhar University, and the bustling Khan el-Khalili bazaar. The city layers thousands of years of history, from pharaonic times through its role as a major political and cultural hub of the Arab world.
Menoufia
Menoufia is a governorate in the Nile Delta region of northern Egypt, named after the ancient city of Menouf. Historically, it has been a significant agricultural area since antiquity and is known as the birthplace of several prominent Egyptian figures, including former President Anwar Sadat. While not home to major ancient monuments like those in Upper Egypt, its history is deeply tied to the agrarian and modern political life of the country.
Ramadan
Ramadan is not a physical place or cultural site, but the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a holy period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Its history is rooted in the Islamic faith, as it commemorates the month during which the Quran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. The observance is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and involves abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs from dawn until sunset each day.
Ashmun
“Ashmun” refers to the ancient city of Ashmun in Egypt, which was historically known as Hermopolis Magna, a major religious center dedicated to the god Thoth. It flourished during the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods, renowned for its grand temples and as a hub of wisdom and learning. Today, its archaeological remains, including temple ruins and necropolises, offer insight into ancient Egyptian and Hellenistic cultural fusion.
