On March 18, 2025, Damietta Governorate, under the supervision of Dr. Ayman El-Shahaby, launched intensive campaigns targeting private tutoring centers across Damietta City. This initiative, coordinated with the Administrative Control Authority and involving several governmental agencies, aims to address and eliminate illegal tutoring operations which have been operating without proper licensing.
The campaign was led by the Governance and Internal Review Administration at the governorates general office, complemented by representatives from local authorities, the General Administration for Combated Tax Evasion, the Drinking Water Company, and Damietta Electricity Sector. This multifaceted coordination emphasizes the commitment of the Damietta authorities to crack down on educational centers violating regulations.
During these coordinated operations, several tutoring centers were closed for failing to adhere to licensing requirements. Legal measures were implemented not just against the centers themselves, but also against individuals implicated in tax evasion. The actions taken reflect serious concerns around compliance with local regulations, which have prompted the governorate to initiate this crackdown.
Dr. Ayman El-Shahaby remarked, This campaign targets all illegal activities across the governorate, ensuring accountability and transparency. Such statements underline the governorate's goal to restore integrity within the educational sector and eliminate any forms of unlawful commercial activities.
The rigorous enforcement of regulations is built upon the principle of transforming spaces designated for residential use to comply with commercial standards, aligning with the regional urban development strategy. With this new focus, officials have signaled their intent to pivot away from passive oversight, engaging actively with the community to educate them about regulatory compliance.
Legal repercussions included actions taken with involvement from the Drinking Water and Wastewater Company, where utility access was suspended, as well as the Electricity Sector cutting off power to non-compliant establishments. This systematic approach demonstrates the administration's resolve to curtail illegal educational services, which not only undermines legitimate businesses but also affects community standards.
Following these initial campaigns, the governorate reaffirmed its determination to extend oversight and efforts against illegal operations. The upcoming plans include broader evaluations of various business practices and educational services within Damietta’s jurisdiction, aiming at ensuring the longevity of market integrity and adherence to local laws.
This initiative falls under the larger framework of enhancing regulatory cooperation among executive and oversight entities throughout Damietta. The governor's office has expressed hope to eliminate any illegal practices by reinforcing partnerships with auditing bodies. This is seen as pivotal for achieving transparency and integrity, both of which are fundamental for community trust and engagement.
Residents of Damietta are urged to participate and cooperate with the local authorities as these changes are implemented. By doing so, they contribute not just to the enforcement of the law, but also to the overall improvement of educational quality and compliance within their neighborhoods.
Going forward, Damietta's government pledges to maintain its vigilance against illegal activities, signifying its zero-tolerance policy toward non-compliance. The push for transparency within educational institutions symbolizes broader aspirations for social responsibility within the community. The effectiveness of these campaigns might very well determine the future of tutoring services and their compliance levels within not just Damietta, but across the nation as well.
Community engagement and feedback are seen as cornerstones of this initiative, setting foundations for increased trust and effectiveness among residents and local authorities alike. Damietta’s administration looks to regular updates and continued communications with the population to keep everyone informed of the reforms and the impact they have on local infrastructures.
