Egypt to Double Basic Internet Package Capacity

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 – 1:58 PM

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly announced that the capacity of the basic fixed internet package will be doubled starting November 1, 2026, following executive instructions issued by the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority to fixed internet service providers.

Madbouly said the measure comes as part of implementing the recommendations of Egypt Forum 2026 and fulfilling presidential directives aimed at improving services for citizens.

He also confirmed that the government has begun implementing the presidential directive to improve wages for pre-university teachers. Education Minister Mohamed Abdel Latif and Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk held a joint press conference to announce details of the wage improvement plan.

Further details regarding the eligible internet packages and subscription prices were not included in the provided announcement.