On June 7, 2018, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, assumed the responsibility of forming the 124th cabinet in Egypt's history.

On June 14, 2018, the Cabinet was officially inaugurated, following the resignation of Prime Minister, Sherif Ismail's government, which he tendered on June 5, 2018.

In his initial government formation, Madbouly enlisted the assistance of 20 ministers from Prime Minister Sherif Ismail's government.

Since its inauguration on June 14, 2018, Madbouly's cabinet has undergone four constitutional amendments, each contributing to changes within the ministry.

In August 2018 Reshuffle

Shortly after Madbouly's appointment, a cabinet reshuffle in August 2018 aimed at solidifying the government's focus on economic reforms and infrastructure development. Key changes included:

Finance Ministry: Mohamed Maait replaced Amr El Garhy.

Health Ministry: Hala Zayed replaced Ahmed Emad El-Din.

Trade and Industry Ministry: Amr Nassar replaced Tarek Kabil.

Agriculture Ministry: Ezz El-Din Abu Steit replaced Abdel Moneim El-Banna.

Environment Ministry: Yasmin Fouad replaced Khaled Fahmy.

Communications and Information Technology Ministry: Amr Talaat replaced Yasser El-Kady.

Youth and Sports Ministry: Ashraf Sobhy replaced Khaled Abdel-Aziz.

Civil Aviation Ministry: Younis Al-Masry replaced Sherif Fathy.

Local Development Ministry: Mahmoud Shaarawy replaced Abu Bakr Al-Gendy.

This reshuffle focused on continuity and stability, while placing experienced technocrats in crucial positions to drive the economic policies aligned with Egypt’s IMF-backed economic reform program.

In March 2019 Reshuffle

The March 2019 reshuffle, though relatively minor, focused on optimizing performance in specific ministries to address emerging challenges:

Tourism Ministry: Rania Al-Mashat moved to the Ministry of International Cooperation.

International Cooperation Ministry: Khaled El-Anany, who was previously the Antiquities Minister, took over the Tourism Ministry.

Deputy Ministers in the Education Ministry: Several deputy ministers were replaced to support the ambitious educational reforms aimed at modernizing Egypt’s schooling system.

This reshuffle aimed to streamline efforts in critical sectors, particularly tourism and education, to boost economic growth and improve social services.

In December 2019 Reshuffle

A significant reshuffle took place in December 2019, reflecting a strategic shift towards enhancing governance and accelerating economic reform. Notable changes included:

Minister of Information: Osama Heikal was appointed to this newly revived post, emphasizing the need for better government communication.

Minister of Industry and Trade: Nevine Gamea replaced Amr Nassar.

Minister of Tourism and Antiquities: Khaled El-Anany combined his role with the newly merged Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation: El-Sayed El-Quseir replaced Ezz El-Din Abu Steit.

Minister of Local Development: Mahmoud Shaarawy retained his position but with a renewed mandate for decentralization and local governance improvements.

Minister of Manpower: Mohamed Saafan remained but faced renewed emphasis on labor market reforms and employment generation.

This reshuffle highlighted the government’s commitment to improving local governance and enhancing the efficiency and productivity of the agricultural sector.

In August 2022 Reshuffle

The most recent major reshuffle in August 2022 was one of the most extensive, involving 13 ministries. Key changes included:

Ministry of Public Enterprises: Mahmoud Esmat replaced Hisham Tawfik, focusing on state-owned enterprises' performance and privatization efforts.

Ministry of Irrigation and Water Resources: Hani Sewilam replaced Mohamed Abdel Aty, addressing critical issues related to water scarcity and the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) negotiations.

Ministry of Education: Reda Hegazy replaced Tarek Shawki, continuing the focus on educational reforms and tackling the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ministry of Health: Khaled Abdel Ghaffar replaced Hala Zayed.

Ministry of Civil Aviation: Mohamed Abbas Helmy replaced Mohamed Manar Enabah.

Ministry of Culture: Nevine El-Kilany replaced Inas Abdel-Dayem.

Ministry of Trade and Industry: Ahmed Samir replaced Nevine Gamea.

Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities: Ahmed Issa replaced Khaled El-Anany.

Ministry of Local Development: Hisham Amna replaced Mahmoud Shaarawy.

Ministry of Immigration and Egyptian Expatriates' Affairs: Soha El-Gendy replaced Nabila Makram.

Ministry of Labor: Hassan Shehata replaced Mohamed Saafan.

Ministry of Military Production: Mohamed Salah El Din replaced Mohamed Ahmed Morsi.

Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research: Ayman Ashour replaced Khaled Abdel Ghaffar.

This reshuffle was driven by the need to adapt to new economic realities, manage public sector performance more effectively, and address urgent challenges in water management, education, and health.

Throughout his tenure, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has used cabinet reshuffles as a strategic tool to align his administration with the evolving needs of the country.

These changes reflect a continuous effort to enhance governance, boost economic growth, and address social challenges. As Egypt navigates complex domestic and international landscapes, these strategic adjustments in leadership are crucial for maintaining stability and fostering development.