A delegation of students from Benha National University participated in the eighth edition of the Turathna Exhibition for Handicrafts and Heritage Crafts, held under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and organised by the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA). The participation reflects the University’s commitment to fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among its students.
The delegation was led by Dr Mohamed Saeed Abdel Ghafar, Supervisor of the Engineering, Basic and Applied Sciences Sector and the University’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Administration.
the students attended a workshop entitled “How to Start a Small Agricultural Business”, where they explored the fundamentals of agricultural project planning, feasibility studies, and mechanisms for accessing technical and financial support. They also toured the exhibition to discover heritage based and innovative businesses and engage directly with entrepreneurs, learning from their experience and success stories.
Prof. Tamer Samir, President of Benha National University, affirmed the University’s commitment to providing students with opportunities to participate in events that develop their practical and entrepreneurial skills and connect their academic knowledge with labour market needs. Such opportunities, he noted, encourage students to establish innovative ventures and contribute to strengthening local production.
Prof. Mahmoud Saqr, Vice President for Employment, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, highlighted the importance of field visits in promoting an entrepreneurial culture among students. He also reaffirmed the University’s commitment to supporting their innovative ideas and providing the technical assistance needed to develop them into viable projects through its innovation ecosystem and Obour Technology Incubator.