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.
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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}
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}
Iran has rejected as “unfounded” the United Arab Emirates’ accusation that it launched two missiles at the Gulf kingdom a day earlier, Iranian state media reported. Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei rejected the claim, warning regional states against making “unfounded accusations” and warning they should be vigilant against “false-flag operations,” according to Press TV. …
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Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad accused Israel of undermining the stalled peace process in Gaza after an airstrike killed at least six people in the embattled enclave Tuesday. Leaders of the militant groups criticized the strike in a statement saying it was “in clear defiance of the mediators’ efforts to solidify the ceasefire agreement and …
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An international study led by The American University in Cairo (AUC) has found that electronic, industrial and plastic waste could serve as a valuable source of high-performance materials for next-generation sensors used in healthcare, environmental monitoring and food safety. The study, published in Nature Sensors, was led by Tamer Shoeib, Professor of Chemistry at AUC […]
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Korra Energi secured new contracts worth EGP 5bn during the first half (H1) of 2026, up from EGP 1.1bn in the same period last year, as the company reported higher gross profit margins and an increase in adjusted net income. The company’s backlog reached approximately EGP 15.7bn by the end of H1 2026, according to […]
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Egypt’s nuclear regulator has issued a statement on Tuesday, 18 August, explaining the safety standards of the El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant, following recently published allegations by Politico about potential violations during the project’s construction. The Egyptian Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Authority (ENRA) said the plant is being implemented in line with internationally recognised nuclear safety and security standards and remains under continuous national regulatory oversight. According to the authority, all stages of construction are also subject to monitoring and support from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). ENRA said its oversight of the project includes reviewing licensing documents, approving construction activities, conducting daily and periodic inspections, and following up on any observations identified during inspections. The authority added that the licensing process took around 18 months and involved international experts. Daily inspections are carried out through a resident inspector system involving ENRA specialists, alongside experts from an international consultant with experience in the technology used at the plant, according to the statement. ENRA said that any observations identified during inspections are followed up with Egypt’s Nuclear Power Plants Authority and the Russian contractor to ensure that corrective measures areContinue reading "Egypt’s Nuclear Regulator Responds to Safety Concerns Over El Dabaa Plant"
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From five-star river ships to intimate dahabiyas, Egypt's luxury Nile cruise scene is experiencing a remarkable renaissance in 2026. Here's everything you need to know before you sail.
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Petrosalam achieved average daily crude oil production of 2,547 barrels per day (bbl/d) and recorded 1.6 million safe working hours, according to Chairman Abdel Hamid Hussein Gewaily. Gewaily presented the company’s results in the presence of Mohamed Abdel Meguid, Chairman of the General Petroleum Company (GPC), highlighting its exploration and development activities, well and pipeline […]
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Suez Oil Company (SUCO) increased its proven reserves by 3.9 million barrels (mmbbl) of oil and improved drilling efficiency by cutting drilling time from 80 days to 49 days during fiscal year (FY) 2025/26. The company also reduced chemical costs by 50% without affecting production, according to a statement by the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation […]
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