Fertile land is crucial for everyone; however, some countries, despite their large areas, have very little usable land, and ancient Egypt is a perfect example of this.
On the vast territory of Egypt, 95% is covered by desert, and the area truly suitable for human habitation and work accounts for less than 5% of the country’s total land area. In the case of golden sands and severe drought, a great river gave birth to the ancient Egyptian civilization that was on the brink of extinction – that is the Nile River.
On the vast territory of Egypt, 95% is covered by desert.
The Nile River is the longest river in the world, stretching across the entire territory of Egypt from south to north, giving rise to ancient Egyptian civilization, allowing people and cities to concentrate on both sides of the river, making it the most fertile area in Egypt.
The population of Egypt has exploded in recent decades, making it the most populous country in the Arab world. This can truly be seen as a disaster for such an arid nation.
The overpopulation leads to an uneven distribution of resources, and addressing the resource issue has become the top priority for the Egyptian government. They are developing oases, importing a large quantity of staple crops, and providing affordable food for the poor to help them combat hunger.
To alleviate the crisis of overpopulation in the capital, the Egyptian government announced that the capital will be moved from Cairo to a new city, marking the first time in a thousand years that Egypt has relocated its capital. The country, occupied by golden sands, is also leveraging its strength to create an oasis where people can live.
