Egyptian President Sisi confirms departure in 2030 and rejects constitutional changes

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi stated on October 17, 2026, that his current presidential term will conclude in 2030, categorically ruling out any further constitutional amendments to extend his time in office. Speaking at the Egyptian Military Academy, the 71-year-old president emphasized that the issue of his departure is settled and will not be subject to further discussion. Sisi further noted that his successor should be determined through democratic processes and the vote of the Egyptian people.

Sisi, a former general, has been in power since 2014, following his rise to the presidency in 2013 after the ousting of Mohamed Morsi. His current six-year term was secured during the December 2023 elections. The legal framework for his presidency was established following constitutional revisions approved in a 2019 referendum, which extended the presidential term from four to six years and cleared the path for him to serve until 2030. These statements serve to clarify the political timeline for his administration, marking the transition process as a closed matter regarding his personal tenure.