-There is an average of an 11 year waiting period for jobs in the working world.
-Membership in unions, while not required by law, are allowed and are quite popular.
Labor Laws
-The Egyptian government supports the rights of those who are working hard to make a living. They support the laws as established by the International Labor Organization (ILO).
>Standard work weeks consist of 42 hours stretching 6 days.
>The required minimum monthly pay is equivalent to $33.
>Social security benefits are provided for retirement and on-the-job injuries.
>Males and females are supposed to be 14 years old before they enter the workforce.
Unfortunately, it is estimated that people below this age make up 1.5% of workers.
Of these, an estimated 78% work in the agricultural industry.
-Because there are so many people who are willing to work, and so few jobs, those that do work are typically underpaid and are often made to work in less than ideal conditions.
Alanza Factory in Alexandria
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