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Post Report of the Day

Cairo, Egypt

What is the availability of international schools? What has been your general experience with them, if any?

Their are two schools used by embassy personnel. CAC (Cairo American College) is an extremely respected private school more commonly used. Their is also AIS (American International School) which is the second choice. I attended...

Are there personal security concerns to be aware of at this post? Please describe.

After the revolution security became much tighter. Curfews for embassy staff and various other security directives. Walking around is very safe though and crime is rare. But has slightly spiked since the revolution. Their are...