VOICED: Egypt : over two million child workers

The video discusses child labor in Cairo's poorest neighborhoods, where it is common for children to work as street merchants, mechanics, or farmworkers. Despite Egyptian law forbidding work for children under 14, many aged 9 to 16 work full-time for little pay, often supporting their families. The video highlights the lack of statistics on child labor, especially for girls working as domestics, and the challenges faced by poor rural families. A social center in Cairo provides support and humane treatment for these children. The video underscores the difficulty children face in building their futures due to economic exploitation.

What is a common practice for children in Cairo's poorest neighborhoods?

• Working as street merchants or farmworkers

• Playing in parks

• Traveling abroad

• Attending school regularly

Which group is most affected by the child labor phenomenon in Egypt?

• Urban wealthy families

• Poor rural families

• Foreign tourists

• Middle-class city dwellers

What type of support does the Cairo social center provide to working children?

• Financial aid

• A safe and respectful environment

• Free education

• Job opportunities

According to Egyptian law, what is the minimum age for children to work?

• 14 years old

• 12 years old

• 9 years old

• 16 years old

What is a common outcome for the earnings of children who work in Egypt?

• It is invested in businesses

• It is given directly to their families

• They spend it on personal items

• They save it for their education