Solafa El-Ghouly, Executive Director of the National Academy of Learning in Egypt, announced on Monday the launch of a virtual educational program designed for young Egyptians residing abroad. The goal of this initiative is to expand access to training courses and reach the largest possible number of young Egyptians outside the country.
According to El-Ghouly, this will be implemented by utilizing modern digital platforms and tools that will allow participants to gain opportunities for learning, skill development, as well as professional and leadership growth from anywhere in the world.
During her participation in the Conference of Egyptians Abroad, which was held under the slogan 'No matter how far we are... Egypt brings us closer,' El-Ghouly emphasized the importance of developing educational programs specifically tailored for second and third-generation Egyptians living abroad, viewing them as a natural continuation of Egyptian identity.
Strengthening ties with young Egyptians abroad requires implementing innovative programs that introduce them to the history, culture, and values of Egypt while simultaneously developing their personal qualities and leadership abilities. This, in turn, enhances their role as ambassadors of Egypt in host communities.
El-Ghouly explained that the academy's mission is to invest in Egypt's human capital both domestically and internationally, which is achieved through the creation and delivery of educational and developmental programs. These programs contribute to capacity building, shaping young leaders, and establishing a culture of lifelong learning that meets the demands of the future and the changing labor market.
The Executive Director also presented the 'Egyptian Women Abroad' program, which was launched in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. She noted that this program aligns with state efforts to strengthen national ties with Egyptians living abroad, providing participants with an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of national issues and development priorities.
This helps reinforce the sense of belonging among participants and increases their active involvement in the affairs of their home country. El-Ghouly particularly highlighted that the success of this program demonstrates the importance of continuing similar initiatives and training courses aimed at expatriates, especially given the high attendance rates and positive feedback.
She added that the academy continues to develop high-quality educational programs that meet the needs of people living abroad.
Cadets of the FVV Academy participated in the international competition "Befit Race–2026," held in the capital, and achieved high results.
According to the final results of this prestigious competition, which tests physical fitness, endurance, and resilience, the "Belteya" team from the Republic of Belarus took first place, "Dream Team" took second, and the team of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and National Guard of the Republic of Uzbekistan took third place.
The team of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Uzbekistan also participated under conditions of fierce competition and won fourth place.
In individual races over a distance of 3 kilometers, 124 athletes from 11 countries participated. In this area, cadets of the Academy of the Ministry of Emergency Situations demonstrated a high level of sportsmanship, physical conditioning, and desire to win, achieving significant success.
In particular, Bekzod Abdurazzokov surpassed all competitors and took first place, while Mirodil Mirzakodirov won third place.
Furthermore, 184 athletes competed for victory in the 5-kilometer races. Here, cadet Sarvar Shavkataliyev of the Academy of the Ministry of Emergency Situations also showed high results, taking second place.
The achievements gained at this international competition once again confirmed the practical effectiveness of the systematic work conducted at the Academy of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, aimed at improving the physical readiness of cadets, increasing their professional skills, endurance, and moral qualities.
The successes of the academy's cadets on the international stage demonstrate the country's sporting potential, actively promote a healthy lifestyle, and vividly reflect the high physical and moral potential of young people serving in the Ministry of Emergency Situations system.
SETA Services continues to exert a significant influence by strengthening governance, making major investments in education, and expanding employment pathways.
Achieved successes include the reduction of outdated liabilities amounting to 2.8 billion rand, as well as an investment of 905 million rand in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges. Furthermore, the National Scholarship Fund program supports 15,000 students with 1.3 billion rand, and the PowerX2 program creates jobs for 20,000 graduates.
These milestones demonstrate the scale of SETA Services' achievements in strengthening educational institutions, modernizing workflows, and establishing a link between learning and real employment opportunities.
The Vertical Playgarden, developed by Studio KRAFT, has been implemented in the yard of the Primary School located on Bajza Street, in the sixth district of Budapest. This project is situated in one of the most densely populated areas of the Hungarian capital.
The school serves over 500 students daily. Previously, the yard was used exclusively as a sports court, characterized by a rubber surface bordered by the school buildings and an indoor pool. This configuration significantly limited the children's opportunities for free recreation, interaction with nature, or shared use of the space.
