Outage activity
Is anything down in Egypt?
No open incident with an official update naming Egypt or a service for Egypt right now. That does not confirm every service works there.
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Global services used in Egypt
Global status, not specific to Egypt.
8 of 8 services have an automatic official check. For the others we show visitor reports and news, which are not official confirmation.
- AkamaiHaving problemsLast valid check 3m ago via official status page
- CloudflareHaving problemsLast valid check 3m ago via official status page
- CoinbaseHaving problemsLast valid check 3m ago via official status page
- Amazon Web ServicesNo known problemsLast valid check 3m ago via official feed
- Atlassian (Jira & Confluence)No known problemsLast valid check 3m ago via official status page
- GitHubNo known problemsLast valid check 3m ago via official status page
- Google CloudNo known problemsLast valid check 3m ago via official feed
- Microsoft AzureNo known problemsLast valid check 3m ago via official feed
We have no services tracked specifically for Egypt, no cloud region there and no official update naming a location in Egypt. International services may still be used there; check their provider pages.
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About outage monitoring in Egypt
This page groups tracked service updates that mention this country or a datacenter region there. A country mention does not by itself confirm local impact or monitoring of every service used there. Check the linked provider update for the affected product, region and users.
What we monitor
GlobalOutageMap aggregates updates from connected official service status sources. This page groups updates that mention this country or a datacenter region there. That does not establish comprehensive local ISP coverage, affected resident counts or countrywide service health.
Services mentioned in tracked updates
Service and country mentions provide context. Check the linked official incident update for the affected product, region and users. News and visitor reports are not official status confirmation.
When to check this page
Users in Egypt should consult this page if they observe multiple, unrelated digital services failing simultaneously, especially across different devices or networks. Indicators such as banking app payment declines, persistent login loops, or general unavailability of an application that otherwise worked smoothly, suggest a potential wider outage. Before assuming a personal device or connection issue, checking here can confirm a broader problem. It is also advisable to cross-reference any findings with the official status page of the specific service provider experiencing difficulties for their direct updates and advisories.
Other countries in Africa
FAQ: Egypt outages
Is the internet down in Egypt?
This page provides signals related to service disruptions, but it doesn't offer a definitive 'yes' or 'no' to the entire internet in Egypt being down. Such a widespread event is rare. Instead, check for multiple red indicators across different providers or platforms on this map. If a specific ISP or cloud provider shows an outage, it's more likely that services reliant on them are affected. If only one app is not working for you, it might be an isolated issue with that specific service or your local connection.
Which cloud regions serve Egypt?
While Egypt does not currently host its own hyperscale cloud regions, services for users and businesses in the country are primarily served by regions in nearby geographies. These include the AWS Middle East (Bahrain) region, Azure's UAE North (Dubai) and UAE Central (Abu Dhabi) regions, and Google Cloud Platform's regions within Europe or the Middle East. These strategically located data centres provide the foundational infrastructure for many digital services accessed within Egypt, making their operational status critical for local connectivity.
Why do apps go down even when my connection works?
Even if your local internet connection is functional, applications can fail due to problems with the remote servers they rely on. Many apps are hosted in cloud data centres, and an outage within these centres, or issues with the network paths connecting them, can render services inaccessible. These are often shared infrastructure dependencies: a single point of failure within a major cloud provider or a regional internet backbone can indirectly impact many applications, regardless of your personal connectivity status.
How quickly is this page updated?
GlobalOutageMap operates a continuous ingestion pipeline, gathering data from various sources in real-time. This includes automated monitoring of official status pages, processing of social media and news feeds, and community reports. Updates typically appear on this page within minutes of the system detecting a significant change in service status. It is important to note that this page is an aggregation of signals and serves as an informational resource, rather than an official communication channel from any single service provider.
What should I do during an outage in Egypt?
During an outage affecting services in Egypt, avoid attempting actions that could further complicate the situation, such as repeatedly restarting devices or uninstalling apps. The most effective approach is to first confirm the outage status on this page or the provider's official status page. If an outage is confirmed, patience is key as service providers work to restore functionality. Monitor official channels or this site for updates, and refrain from making critical business decisions that rely on the affected service until normal operations are verified.