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.
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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}
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}
Ottawa — Sam Altman, the head of OpenAI, has formally apologized to the community of Tumbler Ridge, BC, after a mass shooting in February. He admitted his company did not alert authorities to the shooter’s disturbing online conversations with its AI chatbot even after staff flagged the account internally. “I am deeply sorry that we did …
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Caracas — It is payday Friday, and a popular shopping mall located in eastern Caracas is packed. But while the hallways look full and the display windows are brightly lit and well-stocked, many people enter and leave empty-handed. Shoppers walk around, browse, compare prices, but they buy very little. The exception is a store belonging to …
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The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has reported robust growth in banks’ financing of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), with portfolios expanding by 390% between December 2015 and December 2025. According to a recent CBE report, MSME financing also recorded a 71% increase over the past five years, from December 2020 to December 2025, […]
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The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has issued a comprehensive set of rules governing banks’ financing of securities purchases on margin, in a move designed to strengthen oversight, mitigate risks, and preserve the stability and soundness of the banking sector. In a circular sent to lenders, the CBE granted banks a six-month transition period to […]
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Egypt and Cyprus have formally upgraded their relations to a strategic partnership, following the signing of a joint declaration by President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi and Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides on Friday 24 April in Nicosia. The agreement was reached on the sidelines of an Arab–EU consultative meeting, reflecting what both sides described as a culmination of long-standing historical ties and steadily expanding cooperation between the two countries. According to Egypt’s presidency, the move signals a mutual intention to deepen collaboration across a range of sectors, including trade, investment, tourism, labor, and energy. During the meeting, Al-Sisi emphasized the importance of building on existing cooperation to achieve shared economic and strategic interests. Energy cooperation featured prominently in the discussions, particularly ongoing efforts to connect Cypriot natural gas fields with Egypt’s infrastructure. Such projects are seen as potentially enhancing energy security and enabling exports via Egyptian facilities. Christodoulides, for his part, highlighted the significance of the upgraded partnership in the broader regional context. He noted Egypt’s role in addressing irregular migration and called for greater burden-sharing from the European Union, especially given Egypt’s hosting of large numbers of refugees. Both leaders also underscoredContinue reading "Egypt, Cyprus Sign Strategic Partnership"
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Egypt has been named Best Tourist Destination for 2026 at the 24th KITF International Tourism Fair, as reported by Sada El Balad on Friday, 24 April. The award was announced during the annual exhibition held in Almaty, a city in Kazakhstan, and one of Central Asia’s largest tourism events, where Egypt participated through the Egyptian Tourism Authority as part of efforts to promote the country across international markets. Egypt’s pavilion drew attention from visitors and industry professionals, among a wider international presence at the exhibition, including participants such as Turkish Airlines and national stands from destinations like Cyprus, showcasing the country’s tourism offerings through a Pharaonic-inspired design. Ahmed Youssef, CEO of the Egyptian Tourism Authority, said the participation reflects a broader strategy to diversify Egypt’s tourism markets, particularly as interest grows from Russia and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) countries. During the fair, Egypt’s delegation held meetings with tour operators, travel companies, and airlines to explore ways to boost tourist flows, including joint promotional campaigns and industry workshops. The delegation also took part in panel discussions on tourism trends, routes, and travel packages, where Egypt’s diverse offerings,from cultural tourism toContinue reading "Egypt Wins ‘Best Tourist Destination’ Award at Kazakhstan Tourism Fair"
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Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, confirmed that the petroleum sector is executing an ambitious five-year plan to increase production by upgrading and expanding existing infrastructure, according to a statement by the Ministry. The strategy aims to rapidly integrate targeted increases in reserves and production into the national grid, preventing bottlenecks and optimizing […]
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QatarEnergy has celebrated the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) export cargo from the Golden Pass LNG project in Sabine Pass, Texas, marking a key milestone toward full commercial and export operations. The inaugural cargo was safely loaded onto the Al-Qaiyyah LNG carrier, a 174,000 cubic meter vessel recently built in South Korea. The shipment represents […]
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