Prof.Dr. Nasser El-Gezawy, President of Benha University, sent a congratulatory cable to His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, on the occasion of celebrating the anniversary of the blessed Isra and Mi'raj night.
His Excellency also sent congratulatory cables to each of the following:
- Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister
- The Grand Imam Dr. Ahmed El-Tayeb, Sheikh of Al-Azhar
- Dr. Nazir Ayad, Mufti of Egypt
- Prof. Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research
- Dr. Osama El-Azhari, Minister of Endowments
- Engineer Ayman Attia, Governor of Qalyubia
Additionally, the University President extended congratulations to the University staff on the occasion of celebrating the Isra and Mi'raj anniversary.
The text of the cable stated: "Sincere congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of celebrating the Isra and Mi'raj anniversary. May God bring it back to you with goodness and blessings."
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Prof.Dr. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, participated in a meeting to discuss the executive steps for establishing the Food University. The meeting was attended by Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Alaa Farouk, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, and with the participation of a number of leaders from both ministries, universities, and research centers.
El-Gizawy praised the idea of establishing the Food University, which represents an advanced model of specialized universities adopted by the state. It reflects a clear direction towards creating a new generation of universities based on interdisciplinary sciences and linking education with scientific research and practical application, serving the state's priorities in areas such as food security, water resource management, and sustainable development.
It is worth noting that the Food University project is part of the Education Development Fund's vision to develop a modern educational system based on project-based learning, international partnerships, and the employment of modern technologies. This contributes to achieving the goals of Egypt's Vision 2030 and enhances Egypt's position as a regional hub for specialized education and scientific research in the fields of food and sustainable agriculture.
The Food University includes five specialized colleges covering Smart Agriculture, Animal Production, Water Resource Management, Food Process Technology, and Agricultural Mechanization. It also includes a Food Research Center and an Entrepreneurship Incubator, in partnership with Hiroshima University of Japan and in cooperation with Cairo University and Benha University. This ensures the provision of high-quality education that combines academic qualification and practical training.

Under the auspices of Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and Dr. Mostafa Refaat, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Universities, and supervised by Dr. Omar Mohamed, Director of the Technological and Knowledge Services Center, Prof.Dr. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, chaired the proceedings of the trainer accreditation course at the National Center for Training and Leadership Development of the Supreme Council of Universities.
Prof.Dr. Nasser El-Gizawy stated that over 120 individuals who completed the Train-the-Trainer program applied for accreditation. The applicants represented diverse bodies and institutions, including major state sectors, which enhances the culture of training and underscores its importance in human development.
It is noteworthy that the committee membership includes: Prof.Dr. Sobhi Shaaban, Vice President of Menoufia University for Community Service; Prof.Dr. Rawya Yehia, former Vice President of Port Said University for Postgraduate Studies and Research; Prof.Dr. Khaled Emran, Vice President of Sohag University for Community Service and Environmental Development; Prof.Dr. Ghada Farouk, Vice President of Ain Shams University for Community Service and Environmental Development; Prof.Dr. Arafa Sabry, former Vice President of Fayoum University for Postgraduate Studies and Research; Prof.Dr. Mohamed Attia, Vice President of Mansoura University for Education and Student Affairs; and Dr. Rasha Badry, Director of the National Center for Training and Leadership Development of the Supreme Council of Universities.
In a separate activity, Prof.Dr. Nasser El-Gizawy, in his capacity as Chairman of the Trainer Accreditation Committee at the National Center for Training and Leadership Development, honored Dr. Rawya Yehia, Dr. Arafa Sabry, and Dr. Mohamed Attia upon the conclusion of their tenure on the committee