Egypt lost its independence several times since it was first settled in 3100 BCE; you may wish to be more specific.
Egypt obtained its national independence in February 28, 1922.
Egypt finally gained nominal independence from British in 1922.
1921
Egypt became independent in 1922.
Egypt celebrates Independence Day with: Festive parades, firework shows/displays, and picnics!
she never lost Egypt
1589
As queen Cleopatra, for a brief time, gained territories almost equal to those of her ancestors. However this did not really affect Egypt as the tribute from these lands went directly to Cleopatra not to the people in general. The main thing that she did that affected Egypt was to cause Egypt to lose its independence and become a province of Rome.
Britain took control of Egypt in 1882 but then relinquished most control in 1992 by issuing Unilateral Declaration of Egyptian Independence. Britain still retained some control over its former protectorate, and Egypt officially declared its independence during the Egyptian Revolution of 1952.
Egypt wanted independence from England due to agitation about British rule in general, especially after Egypt was forced to participate in World War 1. Egyptians began a series of revolts and were eventually given independence.
Cleopatra's ambitions caused her country to lose its independence and become a vassal of Rome. Another conquest of Egypt by a foreign power was her legacy to her country.
Horus did not lose.