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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Experience the Giza plateau with this in‑depth walking tour among the pyramids and the iconic sphinx.
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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}
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Egypt has indefinitely suspended the transit of trucks bound for Sudan via the Qustul land port after two Egyptian drivers were killed and a third was injured in a shooting at a market in southern Khartoum, the Sudanese capital, RT Arabic reported. The management of Egypt’s Qustul Land Port, under the General Authority for Land …
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The Egyptian Meteorological Authority disclosed the weather conditions across Cairo and Egyptian governorates. Mildly warm weather is expected during the daytime along the northern coasts, Greater Cairo, Lower Egypt, and northern Upper Egypt, while remaining hot in southern Upper Egypt and South Sinai. Nighttime weather will feel cool across most parts of the country, accompanied …
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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 […]
The ninth edition of El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) opened on Thursday, 15 October, bringing together Egyptian and international filmmakers, actors, and cinema professionals for nine days of screenings, discussions, and industry events in the Red Sea resort town. This year’s edition is held under the theme Cinema for Humanity: Archiving Narratives, highlighting cinema’s role in documenting human experiences, preserving collective memory, and passing stories on to future generations, according to the festival’s opening ceremony statement. Running until 23 October, this edition features 77 films, including feature films, documentaries, and short films, alongside programmes supporting emerging filmmakers and Arab cinema. Key Moments From the Opening Ceremony One of the evening’s main highlights was Egyptian actress Mona Zaki receiving the festival’s Creative Achievement Award in recognition of her career spanning nearly three decades. Director Mohamed Shaker Khodeir made a surprise appearance to present the award, delivering a speech celebrating Zaki’s contributions to Egyptian cinema. The ceremony was hosted by young Egyptian actress Yasmina El Abd, who introduced segments exploring cinema’s ability to connect audiences with different stories and characters. Egyptian lighting specialist Hassan El Sayed was also recognised for his contributionsContinue reading "El Gouna Film Festival Kicks Off Ninth Edition: What to Expect"
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President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said that any threat to Saudi Arabia’s security would also affect Egypt’s national security, according to a statement by the Egyptian Presidency on Thursday, 15 October. Speaking during a meeting with senior state officials and journalists following the Police Academy’s graduation ceremony in New Cairo, El-Sisi stressed the importance of Saudi Arabia’s security and stability. “We will not allow anyone to violate the borders of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” el-Sisi said. He described Egypt and Saudi Arabia as central to the Arab and Islamic world, explaining that any harm to either country would have consequences for the other. The president also warned that the Middle East was undergoing significant geopolitical changes, stressing the need to reduce regional tensions and maintain stability. Turning to developments in neighbouring countries, El-Sisi highlighted the importance of stability in Sudan, Libya, and the Gaza Strip for Egypt’s national security. He said Egypt had made efforts to prevent further conflict in Sudan, reiterating Cairo’s commitment to supporting stability in the country. On Palestine, el-Sisi reaffirmed his support for establishing a Palestinian state, saying he had repeatedly raised the issue during meetingsContinue reading "Egypt Will Not Accept Threats to Saudi Arabia’s Security: el-Sisi"
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Egypt could strengthen its position as a regional natural gas transit and export hub through a proposed route connecting Cypriot offshore supplies to European markets via existing infrastructure, rather than a dedicated subsea pipeline, Middle East Economic Survey (MEES) reported on October 16. The proposal was discussed by Egyptian, Cypriot, and Greek officials at a […]
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ExxonMobil expects higher refining margins to boost its downstream earnings by $4.5 Bn in the third quarter (Q3) of 2026 compared with the previous quarter, Reuters reported on October 16. The company’s adjusted net profit from refining could reach $8.5 Bn, more than double the previous quarter’s level, BMO Capital Markets analyst Phillip Jungwirth said, […]
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