The agreement is designed to strengthen the technological infrastructure of the Egyptian banking sector, with a particular focus on advancing cybersecurity, promoting financial inclusion, and supporting the country’s digital economy ambitions.
The Industrial Development Bank (IDB) has signed a £1.13 billion credit facilitation agreement with Raya IT, the technology arm of Raya Holding Group, in a landmark move to accelerate Egypt’s digital transformation.
The agreement is designed to strengthen the technological infrastructure of the Egyptian banking sector, with a particular focus on advancing cybersecurity, promoting financial inclusion, and supporting the country’s digital economy ambitions. The initiative is aligned with Egypt Vision 2030, which prioritizes innovation and modern financial technology as drivers of national growth.
According to IDB, the partnership goes beyond financing, marking the beginning of a new phase of cooperation between the two institutions. It aims to foster a sustainable digital economy, expand the use of fintech solutions, and enhance banking services to better serve clients and support market development.
Both parties emphasized that the agreement represents an important step toward building stronger digital resilience, ensuring that Egypt remains competitive in an increasingly technology-driven global economy.

