Cairo Scores

  • Female friendly: Women are still not only dependent on the will of men, but also systematically continue to be subjected to humiliation and discrimination on the basis of gender.

  • Freedom of speech: There is no formal freedom of speech. Any negative information in the media is prohibited. Foreign radio programs are jammed.

  • Income: Unfortunately, the local population has very low salaries as low as $240 a month.
  • Walkability: The area of Cairo is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.

  • Quality of life: Cairo performs above average in subjective well-being, jobs and wages, income and well-being, health, social connections, environmental quality, education and skills, work and leisure balance, housing and personal safety.

  • Air quality: The air is considered to be very clean. A favorable climate, no sources of dust.
  • Expenses: The average monthly expenses of the average Cairo resident is pretty low and around $850.
  • Safety: In general, the situation in Cairo is calm, the average level of safety, but in some areas there are exceptions. Please be vigilant.
  • Fits for families: Unfortunately, Cairo does not provide the necessary infrastructure for families with children. There are no children’s entertainment centers, mini-clubs, children’s pools, etc.

  • Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots.

  • Entertainment: There are many interesting places, where you can take a fun with your friends or to spend romantic date.

  • Level of happiness: Low level of satisfaction and fatigue from life in the current conditions.

  • Free WiFi: Free wi-fi is available in almost all hotels, but its speed raises many questions. In cafes and restaurants, you sometimes have to pay for an Internet connection.

  • Racial tolerance: Cases of racial and ethnic discrimination are extremely rare.

  • Internet: Slow-moving Internet can interfere with normal work rhythm and communication.
  • Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.

  • Friendliness to outsiders: The attitude towards foreigners is often open and friendly, but not overly intrusive.

  • LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents in Cairo are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.

  • Traffic safety: Terrible road conditions, traffic is extremely difficult.

  • English: It will not be easy to communicate directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.

  • Nightlife: At the same time, the level of quality of services provided in most of these establishments is significantly high.

  • Education: Secondary and higher education institutions provide a very mediocre level of knowledge, which indicates the need to reform them and introduce new, more effective programs and trained teachers in Cairo.