What is the Capital of Egypt?

The flag of Egypt is composed of three equal horizontal bands of red, white and black, with Egypt's national emblem โ€” a hoist-side facing gold eagle of Saladin โ€” centered in the white band.
Capital of Egypt Cairo

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

The capital city of Egypt is Cairo. Egypt is located in Northern Africa, Africa, with a population of 107,271,260. The official currency is the Egyptian pound and the primary language spoken is Arabic.

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Capital of Egypt โ€” FAQ

What is the capital of Egypt?

The capital of Egypt is Cairo.

Is Cairo the largest city in Egypt?

Yes โ€” Cairo is both the capital and the largest city of Egypt.

What country is Cairo in?

Cairo is the capital city of Egypt.

What continent is Cairo in?

Cairo, the capital of Egypt, is located in Africa.

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