Egypt doubles basic fixed-internet package to 100GB without price increase

Egypt's telecom ministry and regulator have directed fixed-internet companies to double the capacity of their basic 150-pound monthly package to 100 gigabytes.

• The ministry and telecom regulator directed fixed-internet companies to double the basic package to 100 GB from 50 GB at the same 150-pound monthly price.
• Regulator deputy head Muhammad Ibrahim said talks with companies begin today on implementation, requiring technical changes to billing systems.
• Ibrahim said subscribers will receive the new capacity once the technical procedures are completed.
• The directive follows Egypt Forum 2026 recommendations announced by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly.