- Event: Opening ceremony of the Egyptian Universities and Institutes League (Martyr Al-Rifai Championship) in its 53rd edition.
- Location:New Administrative Capital, Egypt.
- Date: February 2026.
Attendees:
- Mohamed Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
- Ashraf Sobhi, Minister of Youth and Sports.
- Various leaders from the Ministries of Higher Education and Youth and Sports, along with university presidents and their deputies.
University Participation:
- Benha National University participated with a delegation of students in the parade before the ministers, reflecting the university's commitment to supporting various student activities and fostering a sense of belonging and teamwork among students.
- Under the auspices of Prof. Tamer Samir, President of Benha National University, the opening ceremony included several distinguished sports performances.
Statements from Officials:
- Tamer Samir: Emphasized that the university's participation is part of its commitment to support student activities, which are essential for building a well-rounded student personality and developing their skills.
- Hussein El-Maghraby, Vice President of the University: Noted that sports activities complement the educational process and help refine students' skills while promoting positive competition and discipline.
League Details:
- The league includes 20 different sports such as football, basketball, handball, volleyball, and more.
- It features participation from 28 public universities, over 34 private universities, 30 community colleges, and 10 technological universities, along with more than 215 higher institutes.
Importance of the Event
This event serves as an opportunity to enhance the sports spirit among students and develop their social and physical skills, contributing to the preparation of a generation capable of actively participating in community development.