Cairo is the capital and largest city of Egypt and the Cairo Governorate, being home to more than 10 million people. It is also part of the largest urban agglomeration in Africa, the Arab world, and the Middle East. The Greater Cairo metropolitan area is one of the largest in the world by population with over 22 million people.
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Explore Egypt’s capital with real walking tours, ancient site tours, and modern museum experiences.
Enjoy the lively streets and markets of Cairo in this high‑definition walking tour.
An immersive livestream‑style walking tour through different neighborhoods of Cairo.
Experience the Giza plateau with this in‑depth walking tour among the pyramids and the iconic sphinx.
Discover the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization — all set near the Giza Plateau, with spectacular artifacts and exhibits. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Explore the historic Khan el‑Khalili bazaar, one of Cairo’s most famous street markets and cultural hubs.
The Pyramids of Giza — including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure — and the Great Sphinx are among the most iconic monuments of ancient Egypt, part of the Giza Plateau just outside modern Cairo. They remain top destinations for travelers exploring Egyptian history. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization, located near the Giza Plateau. It houses vast collections of ancient artifacts, including spectacular Tutankhamun treasures, and opened officially in late 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Khan el‑Khalili has been a bustling market and cultural center for centuries, with spices, crafts, and traditional Egyptian street culture. It’s one of the best places in Cairo to experience local life. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Cairo blends ancient heritage, dynamic city life, and cultural depth — making it one of Africa’s most fascinating capitals to visit. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Ultimately, you have to wonder what it is that Vladimir Putin says to Donald Trump when they are on the phone. A week ago, a call between the US president and his Russian counterpart seemed to be about an urgent clarification over a possible outbreak of plague in Siberia. Instead, a controversial deal to buy …
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In a central Nairobi factory, a steady stream of household, hair and skincare products rolls off the production line. HACO Industries makes around 90 products designed for African consumers. Its brands reach more than 3 million families across the continent, while raw materials are sourced from more than 500 farmers in Africa. For Mary-Ann Musangi, …
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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi said Egypt will not accept any threat to Saudi Arabia’s security or borders, or to Red Sea security, warning that deep geopolitical shifts in the region will have consequences. He described Egypt and Saudi Arabia as the heart of the Arab and Islamic worlds and said harm to either would […]
The 29th edition of Ecomondo will take place from 3 to 6 November at the Rimini Expo Centre, bringing together international businesses, policymakers, innovators, and sustainability experts to advance the green, blue, and circular economy. The 29th edition of Ecomondo, the international exhibition dedicated to the green, blue, and circular economy, will take place from […]
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said on Wednesday, 14 October, that Egypt has no ambitions against Israel and remains committed to the bilateral peace treaty. He also revealed that the country’s 14-year fight against terrorism has cost more than EGP 120 billion. El-Sisi spoke at the 44th Educational Seminar, marking the 53rd anniversary of the October 1973 war victories. The event, titled “Nation of Heroes” was held at the Al-Safwa International Conference Center at the Egyptian Military Academy in the New Administrative Capital. Responding to recent remarks by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich concerning Sinai, el-Sisi said Egypt had fought to defend its land and recovered all of its territory. Egypt, he said, has no hidden agendas, and its priorities are protecting its borders and national security within a framework of peace and stability. He reiterated that the peace treaty governs relations between the two countries and that Egypt has no ambitions against anyone. El-Sisi also reaffirmed Egypt’s support for a two-state solution, which he described as reflecting a longstanding conviction that it offers a realistic route to a just and lasting peace. On regional security, el-Sisi said Egypt isContinue reading "Egypt’s President to Israel’s Smotrich: We Have No Hidden Agenda"
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Egyptian university students aged 18 and above can register for 12 months of free access to Google’s AI Plus plan under a joint initiative by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and Google. Registration is open until 31 December 2026, and each student’s subscription begins on the date they sign up. The annual plan is valued at approximately EGP 3,000 (USD 57). The initiative, titled “One Million Egyptian Students Create with Gemini,” will help students use artificial intelligence in education, research and innovation while encouraging informed and responsible use. It also includes training programmes throughout the year to broaden access to AI tools for students at universities across Egypt and support the development of young people’s digital skills. The subscription includes access to Google’s Gemini assistant and Gemini Notebook, previously known as NotebookLM. Students can use the tools to summarize lecture notes, textbooks and other study materials, prepare for exams, and support research. Gemini Notebook also offers research assistance and audio and interactive summaries, including summaries of books up to 200 pages. Other features include tools designed to help students understand complex questions, generate images using Google’s NanoContinue reading "Egyptian Students to Receive Free Year of Google AI Access"
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Egypt’s Fuel Automatic Pricing Committee (FAPC) has decided to keep domestic petroleum product prices unchanged for the third quarter (Q3) of 2026, according to a statement on October 15. FAPC said it took its decision after reviewing exchange rate movements and Brent crude prices during Q3 2026, compared with the previous quarter. The committee added […]
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Khalda Petroleum Company, a joint venture (JV) between Apache and the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC), has brought its SKAL-02 development well online within 50 days of starting drilling, accelerating the development of natural gas and condensates from the Shifa formation, the company said on October 15. Drilling results identified 385 feet of hydrocarbon-bearing formations, […]
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