Cabinet Resolution No. 886 of 2016. Country/Territory Egypt Document type Legislation Date 2016 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Energy, Water Keyword Offences/penalties Energy conservation/energy production Sustainable use Water supply Geographical area Africa, Mediterranean, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Northern Africa, Red Sea & Gulf of Aden Entry into force notes This Resolution enters into force the day after its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Resolution consisting of 4 articles aims at preventing electricity theft and theft of water by illegal means in new urban communities or in areas located on agricultural lands. It establishes that the electricity companies, drinking water and sanitation companies, and other facilities-based entities shall take the necessary measures. To this end, the aforementioned companies have the right to use whatever technical means, i.e. installing temporary code meters, or the implementation of administrative rulings and decisions and without any legal rights for violators. Full text Arabic Website www.cc.gov.eg