Sunday 11/January/2026 – 06:17 PM
The Social Solidarity Directorate in Ismailia Governorate began examining and studying the case of Sayed’s uncle, the largest porter in the Friday market, after “Cairo 24” published his humanitarian story, which received widespread interaction and great sympathy from citizens through social media sites.
Ismailia Solidarity examines the case of Sayyed Akbar’s uncle, the porter in the Friday market
Sources within the Solidarity Directorate confirmed this Social The competent authorities have begun collecting social and health data on Sayed’s uncle, who is 85 years old, in preparation for examining his eligibility to benefit from social protection programs and support allocated to those in need of care.
Earlier, Cairo 24 highlighted the story of the struggle of Uncle Sayed, who has been working for decades in the Friday market in Ismailia, relying on “Al-Barwaita” to transport citizens’ purchases, refusing to receive any charity, and adhering to honorable work despite his old age and health problems.
Uncle Sayed starts his day in the early hours of the morning and continues working until the afternoon call to prayer, returning with a small daily income not exceeding 100 pounds, which he spends on his family and supports his daughter, who is still in education.
Uncle Sayed hopes to have a surgical operation that will help him continue his life better, in addition to realizing his dream of performing Umrah. He is awaiting actual steps that translate this official move into real support that guarantees him a decent life worthy of his generosity and self-esteem.
