Cairo University Approved to Open International Branches

Cairo University is set to expand its global footprint with the establishment of international branches, a move made possible by a recent Cabinet approval permitting government universities to operate abroad.

The initiative is part of Egypt’s broader National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research, launched in March 2023, which seeks to elevate the country's academic and research standing globally.

The university is currently evaluating potential locations for its branches. In addition to its international expansion, Cairo University is advancing efforts to establish affiliated companies under the framework of Law No. 23 of 2018, designed to incentivise science, technology and innovation. Planned enterprises include a management and investment company for intangible assets, firms dedicated to leveraging scientific research in medical and pharmaceutical fields, and engineering consulting firms.