The Community Service and Environmental Development Sector at Benha University organized a caravan as part of the “Young Entrepreneur Initiative” at Al‑Safa 2 School in Tukh. This comes within the framework of training and developing schoolchildren’s skills in the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation.

The event was held under the patronage of Dr. Nasser El‑Gizawy, President of Benha University; Dr. Taha Ashour, Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Osama Neda, Dean of the Faculty of Applied Arts; and Dr. Nevin Farouk, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Applied Arts for Community Service and Environmental Development. It was coordinated with Dr. Yasser Mahmoud, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education in Qalyubia, and Ms. Rania Moataz, Assistant Secretary‑General of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development, with the participation of Dr. Reham El‑Wakil, Dr. Sara Ashraf, and Dr. Rehab Magdy from the Faculty of Applied Arts.

Dr. Taha Ashour stated that the Young Entrepreneur Initiative aims to train and develop schoolchildren’s skills in entrepreneurship and innovation, encourage creative thinking, and help them transform simple ideas into small projects, thereby contributing to building a generation capable of initiative and self‑reliance.

Prof. Nasser Al-Gizawy, President of Benha University, announced the university's participation in a Cybersecurity workshop in China, taking place from April 14 to April 27, 2026. The workshop will feature a selection of experts and specialists from 36 countries worldwide, with the university represented by Prof. Sara Suwaidan, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Computers and Artificial Intelligence.

Prof. Al-Gizawy stated that the participation in the workshop is part of the "Belt and Road" initiative (Silk Road) and aims to support academic excellence and openness to international experiences. The university continues to enhance its presence in global forums, contributing to the development of its scientific and research capabilities and solidifying its regional and international standing. This is being done in the presence of high-level official delegations and under the auspices of the Chinese Ministry of Commerce and the (AIBO) Academy.

He emphasized the university's commitment to staying updated with the latest global experiences and building academic capacities capable of keeping pace with rapid developments in modern technology, especially in Cybersecurity and digital infrastructure.

The workshop will cover several vital topics, including modern digital infrastructure technologies and applications, Cybersecurity frameworks for cross-border systems, risk management in digital transformation projects, digital governance policies, building secure digital environments, and enhancing international cooperation in Cybersecurity.

The course aims to develop technical and managerial capabilities in securing digital infrastructure, promote best practices in managing Cybersecurity risks, facilitate the exchange of experiences among experts and decision-makers, and support international cooperation to achieve secure and sustainable digital development while encouraging innovation and ensuring trust and security in digital networks.

Under the auspices of :

• Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University,
• Prof. Gehan Abdel Hady, Vice President of Benha University for Postgraduate Studies and Research,
• Engineer Adly Wageeh, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Gemini Africa,

Signed a protocol of cooperation aimed at enhancing entrepreneurial skills among students and graduates in the field of entrepreneurship.

Prof. Gehan Abdel Hady emphasized that the protocol aims to support Benha University graduates in developing their graduation projects and transforming them into real business models. Additionally, it seeks to provide specialized courses in entrepreneurship, management, marketing, and finance, while connecting students with a network of investors and mentors through joint events and competitions to strengthen collaboration between the university and the private sector in supporting the national innovation ecosystem.

The Vice President explained that the university will provide training halls, nominate students and projects to participate in the program, and monitor the students' performance during the program.

Engineer Adly Wageeh stated that the company will contribute to implementing the training program and practical content for students by providing experts and mentors from the entrepreneurial community. the company will evaluate and select participating projects and offer free training opportunities for students and graduates within the company, if available.