Egypt

Egypt Quick Facts…

Official NameArab Republic of Egypt
Common NameEgypt – /ˈi.dʒɪpt/
NationalityEgyptian(s) – noun, Egyptian – adjective
IndependenceDeclared in 1953  (from the United Kingdom)
Administrative Divisions27 governorates
Total Population109.5 million (#15) with 43.1% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasCairo (capital city), Alexandria, Bur Sa’id
Major LanguagesArabic (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access72% of total population
CurrencyEgyptian Pounds (EGP)
Real GDP (PPP)$1.3 trillion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$11,600 (#134) – 2021 estimate
Total Area1,001,450 sq km / 386,662 sq mi (#31) with 0.6% water area
Geographic RegionAfrica – Northern Africa
Bordering CountriesGaza Strip, Israel, Libya, Sudan
Bordering Water BodiesMediterranean Sea, Red Sea

National Anthem: “My Homeland, My Homeland, My Homeland”