The article highlights the significant increase in the prices of fish and seafood in Egypt's transit market, affecting the budgets of Egyptian families. It provides the current prices for a variety of fish and seafood such as tilapia, mullet, sea bass, and shrimp, noting that the prices vary based on the size and type. The article also mentions that the prices are subject to change daily, with some traders increasing them unjustifiably. The transit market is the primary source for traders to purchase fresh and frozen produce, including fish, which is essential for Egyptian families due to the rising costs of red meat and poultry.