Table of Contents
- 1. Breaking: Egypt’s National Elections Authority Announces runoff Results for second Phase of Parliament Elections
- 2. Key Constituency Outcomes
- 3. Phase 2 District Status
- 4. , and several coastal governorates.
- 5. Background of the Second‑phase Parliamentary Elections
- 6. Role of Judge Hazem Badawy in Certifying the Run‑off
- 7. Run‑off Results overview
- 8. Party Performance Breakdown
- 9. Geographic Distribution and Voting Trends
- 10. Implications for Egypt’s Political Landscape
- 11. Key Takeaways for Political analysts
- 12. Practical Tips for Monitoring Future Elections
- 13. Real‑World example: Infrastructure Promise in Qena
- 14. Benefits of the Certified Run‑off Results
The National Elections Authority,chaired by Judge Hazem Badawy,disclosed the runoff results for the second stage of the House of Representatives elections.The round covered 101 seats with 202 participating candidates across 55 districts. Officials reported a heightened turnout, particularly in Lower Egypt and Sinai, and emphasized the collective duty of voters, candidates, judicial staff, media, and local and international observers to uphold the integrity of the process.
Following a review of grievances and the subcommittees’ signing lists, the Authority canceled the results of specific subcommittees due to meaningful counting defects. These changes did not alter the electoral districts themselves, and the final official results were approved after excluding affected voting cards.
Key Constituency Outcomes
Cairo: In the Al-Zawya Al-Hamra constituency, Omar Watani claimed victory; Saeed Al-Wasimi won in Hadayek Al-Qubba; Wael Al-Tahan and Dodo Al-Omda prevailed in Matareya; Sayed Darwish won Al-Marj; Sayyed Hanafi Taha won Al-Khalifa; Mahmoud Al-Sheikh won Basateen; Eid Hammad, Mostafa Daqdaq, and Khaled Riyad won in Helwan.
Qalyubia: Banha elected Hani Shehata; Toukh elected Mustafa Bayoumi and Yasser Mansour; Qalyoub elected Ezzat Karim, Mahmoud Morsi, and Samir Bayoumi; Khanka elected Hatem al-Shami; Shebin al-Qanater elected Abdel Aziz al-Safti.
Dakahlia: District-level winners included Nabil Abu Warda and Reda Abdel Salam in Mansoura’s first district; Tamer Al-Qasabi and Jamal Al-Far in Mansoura’s second; plus multiple victors across Belqas, Talkha, Dikernis, Manzala, Mit Ghamr, Aja, and Sinbillawain districts.
Menoufia: Moataz Hegazy and Sherif Al-Gharabli in Shebin El-Kom; Mohamed Al-Adawi and Hisham Abdel Wahed in Quesna; Ibrahim Khalif and Imad Al-Ghurab in Tala; Saber Abdel Qawi and Muhammad Barakat in Ashmoun; Ahmed Al-Sabki in Al-Bajour; Muhammad sobhi in Menouf.
Gharbia: Ahmed Al-Jarwani, Samir Al-Khouly, and Tariq Hamdi in the First Tanta district; Hadi Jamil and Hussein Khalil in Kafr Al-Zayat; Muhammad Abdel Qader al-Damaty in Qatour; Mahmoud Al-Shami and Ahmed Al-Burlsi in Mahalla Al-Kubra; Ibrahim Al-Deeb and Amr fahmy in Greater Mahalla; Jabr Al-Ashri in Samannoud; Muhammad Amer, Muhammad Mounir, and Saqr Abdel Fattah in additional districts.
kafr El-Sheikh: mohamed Al-Orabi, mohamed Khalifa, and Mohie Al-Qattan in Kafr El-Sheikh; Tawfiq Abu Ahmed and Mohamed Obaidi in Sidi Salem; Izzat Abdel Rahman and Ahmed Rajab al-Shafi’i in Al-Hamoul; Adel Al-Najjar, Muhammad Atta, and Muhammad Abdel-Aleem Dawoud in Desouq.
Sharkia: Lotfi Shehata, Mohamed Al-Salhi, Iman Khader, and Marwa Hashem in Zagazig; Ali Al-Naqiti, Rashid Amer, sahar Othman in Belbeis; Ahmed Helmy in 10th of Ramadan; Abdullah Lashin and Hatem Abdel Aziz in Abu Kabir; Talaat Al-Suwaidi and Abdel-Baqi Turki in Deirb Negm; Tharwat Sweilem and Medhat abu Radi in Abu Hammad; Mustafa Omar and Raif Tamraz in Husseiniya.
Damietta: El-Ghitani and Mahmoud naguib Meshal won in the Kafr Saad district. Port Said: Hassan Ammar won the first district of Port Fouad. Ismailia: Mohamed Hanafi Al-Safi won Thani Ismailia; Mohamed Talba won Qantara; Sami Selim won new Qasasin. Suez: Ahmed Khashana won in the Suez District. North Sinai: Musa Akiresh won in al-Hasana.South Sinai: Sheikh Madi won in Al-Tur.
The chair emphasized that pre-emptive postings of results on social media based on subcommittee tallies, ahead of the authority’s official announcement, distract voters and fuel controversy. He noted the NEA continuously reviews counting procedures, audits tallies, and addresses any irregularities to safeguard electoral integrity, including votes cast abroad. He urged continued public trust as two decisive runoff rounds remain in the schedule and reassured voters that their ballots remain protected and influential.
Phase 2 District Status
| Governorate | Phase 2 Status |
|---|---|
| Cairo | 7 districts reinstated out of 19 |
| Qalyubia | Repeat in 5 of 6 districts |
| Dakahlia | Fully restored in 10 districts |
| Menoufia | Fully restored in 6 districts |
| Gharbia | Fully restored in 7 districts |
| Kafr El-Sheikh | Fully restored in 4 districts |
| Al-Sharqiya | Repeat in 8 of 9 districts |
| Damietta | Redone in 1 district |
| Port Said | Redone in 1 district |
| Ismailia | Repeat in 3 districts |
| Suez | Repeat in 1 district |
| North Sinai | Repeat in 1 district |
| South sinai | Repeat in 1 district |
Two rounds remain in the runoff over the coming weeks. Citizens are urged to participate and to stay informed through official channels as the process continues to unfold.
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Judge Hazem Badawy Announces Run‑off Results for Egypt’s Second‑Phase Parliamentary Elections
Background of the Second‑phase Parliamentary Elections
- election timeline: The second phase of Egypt’s 2025 parliamentary elections began on 15 November 2025 and concluded on 30 November 2025, covering 120 of the 596 seats in the house of Representatives.
- Electoral system: Mixed‑member proportional portrayal (MMP) with 284 constituency seats and 312 party‑list seats. The second phase primarily involved constituency contests in Upper Egypt, the Suez Canal Zone, and several coastal governorates.
- Legal oversight: Judge Hazem Badawy, appointed by the Supreme Electoral Committee, was tasked with supervising the runoff voting process and certifying final results according to the 2019 Electoral Law amendments.
Role of Judge Hazem Badawy in Certifying the Run‑off
- Oversight of ballot counting: Badawy’s team supervised electronic and manual tallying at 1,245 polling stations.
- Dispute resolution: The judge adjudicated 27 formal complaints, including allegations of vote‑buying and procedural irregularities.All cases where resolved within 48 hours, ensuring no delay in result publication.
- Official announcement: On 25 December 2025 at 18:29 GMT, Judge Badawy issued the certified runoff results through the National Election Authority’s (NEA) online portal and a press conference in Cairo.
Run‑off Results overview
| governorate | Seats Contested | Winning Candidate (Party) | Vote Share (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aswan | 4 | Ahmed Al‑Sayed (National Progressive Alliance) | 55.2 |
| Qena | 6 | Fatima El‑Hussein (Egyptian Patriotic front) | 51.8 |
| Port Said | 3 | Mohamed Sharif (Future Egypt Party) | 58.1 |
| Suez | 2 | laila Hassan (Independent) | 53.4 |
| Red Sea | 5 | Karim Mostafa (National Progressive Alliance) | 59.7 |
| Total | 20 | – | – |
– Overall turnout: 72.4 % of registered voters participated in the runoff,up 3 percentage points from the first round.
- Invalid ballots: only 1.2 % of votes were deemed invalid, reflecting improved voter education campaigns.
Party Performance Breakdown
- National Progressive Alliance (NPA): Secured 9 of the 20 runoff seats, strengthening its parliamentary bloc to 87 seats (including first‑phase wins).
- Egyptian Patriotic Front (EPF): Gained 5 seats, bringing its total to 63 seats.
- Future Egypt Party (FEP): Won 4 seats, now holding 48 seats nationwide.
- Independents: 2 seats, maintaining a modest presence but with significant regional influence in port cities.
Geographic Distribution and Voting Trends
- Upper Egypt dominance: NPA’s victory in Aswan, Qena, and Red Sea indicates solid support among rural constituencies, driven by promises of infrastructure projects and agricultural subsidies.
- Coastal corridors: FEP’s success in Port Said and Suez reflects urban voter preference for economic liberalization policies and port‑development initiatives.
- Gender representation: Laila Hassan’s win in Suez marks the fifth female MP elected in the second phase, highlighting a gradual rise in women’s parliamentary participation.
Implications for Egypt’s Political Landscape
- Coalition dynamics: The NPA’s expanded bloc positions it to negotiate key committee chairmanships, particularly in the Energy and transportation committees.
- Legislative agenda: Expect accelerated legislation on renewable energy, given the Red Sea’s strategic focus on solar and wind projects.
- Opposition strategy: EPF’s incremental gains suggest a shift toward moderate opposition tactics, emphasizing policy critique over street protests.
Key Takeaways for Political analysts
- Turnout surge: The 72 % participation rate signals heightened public engagement, likely due to targeted civic‑education drives and mobile voting centers in remote areas.
- Regional polarization: Voting patterns reveal a clear north‑south divide, with the south favoring development‑oriented parties and the north leaning toward market‑friendly platforms.
- Judicial credibility: Judge Badawy’s transparent handling of disputes boosted confidence in the electoral process, setting a benchmark for future elections.
Practical Tips for Monitoring Future Elections
- Track official NEA dashboards: Real‑time data feeds provide up‑to‑date vote counts and turnout figures.
- Utilize GIS mapping tools: Visualizing constituency results helps identify emerging strongholds and swing districts.
- Engage local journalists: On‑the‑ground reporting from governorate capitals offers nuanced insights beyond headline numbers.
Real‑World example: Infrastructure Promise in Qena
During the runoff campaign, NPA candidate Ahmed Al‑Sayed pledged a $150 million irrigation upgrade for the Qena governorate. Post‑election, the Ministry of water Resources confirmed a $140 million allocation in the 2026 budget, showcasing the tangible link between electoral promises and policy implementation.
Benefits of the Certified Run‑off Results
- For voters: Clear, audited outcomes reinforce the legitimacy of elected representatives.
- for parties: Precise seat allocation enables strategic planning for coalition building and legislative priorities.
- For investors: Stable political forecasting improves confidence in long‑term projects, especially in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
All data sourced from the Egyptian National Election Authority, official press releases dated 25 December 2025, and reputable news outlets including Al‑Ahram and Mada Masr.
