Cairo University honored Prof. Ahmed El-Kased, President of Menoufia University, during its 20th annual Science Day celebration, held this evening in the presence of Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Deputy Prime Minister for Human Development Affairs and Minister of Health and Population; Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research; Dr. Hala El-Said, Presidential Advisor for Economic Development and former Minister of Planning and Economic Development; Dr. Mohamed Sami Abdel-Sadek, President of Cairo University; Dr. Mostafa Rifaat, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Universities; as well as governors, senior state officials, university presidents, ministry leaders, prominent academics, and leading faculty members.

During the event, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research delivered a speech on the ministry’s efforts to enhance quality of higher education, emphasizing the strategic plans to improve university standards according to the latest international benchmarks. He highlighted the ministry’s focus on academic accreditation, infrastructure enhancement, digital transformation, and the provision of an advanced educational and research environment for students and faculty. The minister also praised Cairo University’s prestigious standing, noting it as one of the region’s largest and most esteemed academic institutions, nurturing a large number of scholars, thinkers, and researchers.

The ceremony recognized a distinguished group of scholars and researchers, as well as university presidents from public, private, and national universities who are alumni of Cairo University. Among the honorees was Prof. Ahmed El-Kased, in recognition of his scientific and academic contributions and his exceptional efforts in advancing higher education and research. The honor acknowledges him as one of Cairo University’s alumni whose name has shone in academic and research excellence.

During the celebration, Prof. El-Kased expressed his deep appreciation for this recognition, emphasizing that it represents an acknowledgment from his alma mater, which played a pivotal role in shaping his academic journey. He praised Cairo University as a beacon of knowledge and national pride, having produced generations of scholars and thought leaders, and noted that this honor motivates him to continue advancing Menoufia University, raising the quality of education, research, and community service.

Prof. El-Kased highlighted that Science Day underscores the importance of knowledge as the foundation for nation-building and shaping the future. He added that Egyptian universities are experiencing unprecedented progress under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, who prioritizes higher education and scientific research. The large-scale projects, expansion of public and national universities, development of research infrastructure, and support for specialized centers all reflect the state’s vision for a new era of excellence and knowledge, empowering universities to enhance innovation, entrepreneurship, and community service.

He also expressed pride in his journey at Menoufia University, describing it as a path of dedicated work, from his early days as a faculty member through various academic and administrative positions to his current role as president. He emphasized that the university has always been a supportive environment for creativity and institutional work, playing a central role in his professional success. He noted that recent achievements—development projects, new academic programs, and significant progress in research—are the result of collective effort and collaboration among all university members, and he reaffirmed his commitment to continue advancing the university’s development and enhancing its national and regional standing.

In conclusion, Prof. El-Kased extended his sincere gratitude to Cairo University and its leadership for this honor, emphasizing that Cairo University represents a model of leadership and continuous development, with distinguished faculty, advanced academic programs, and research centers. He noted that this recognition symbolizes a shared journey between two prestigious universities, working together to achieve the goals of the national higher education strategy and supporting sustainable development and Egypt’s national vision, wishing continued progress and prosperity for Cairo University.