Trend of Annual Youth Unemployment Rate of Egypt

According to recent data from the World Bank, the annual youth unemployment rate of Egypt was 18.29% in 2026, a difference of +1 points compared to 2025. The most recent figures on male and female unemployment rates were 12.88% and 38.71% respectively in 2026.

The chart and table below shows the annual youth unemployment rate, and the male and female unemployment rates of Egypt for 1992 - 2026.

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The World Bank defines youth unemployment rate as "the share of the labor force ages 15-24 without work but available for and seeking employment".