Workplace Nurseries | Decree No. 48 Of 2026, Egypt

Legal Framework for Early Childcare in the Workplace: A Review of Decree 48 of 2026

Labour legislation is a key pillar in balancing the interests of all parties involved in the production process. It ensures that workers’ social and economic rights are protected without compromising development requirements. In this context, there is growing interest in creating a work environment that supports women, particularly given the challenges of balancing work and childcare.

In this regard, Decree 48 of 2026, which regulates workplace nurseries, provides a binding legal framework for employers’ obligations and sets out the technical and administrative requirements necessary to ensure the quality of early childhood care services provided within the workplace or through contracts with specialist providers.