23/05/2026
The Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Higher Education Organize an “Africa Day” Celebration at Cairo University
On Saturday, May 23, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates, in cooperation with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, organized a celebration marking “Africa Day” at Cairo University.
The event was attended by Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates; Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research; and Dr. Mohamed Sami Abdel Sadek, President of Cairo University.
The event also featured high-level participation including African and foreign ambassadors accredited to Egypt, a number of public figures, intellectual leaders, academics, and media representatives, in addition to the participation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Union of the Comoros and the Deputy Speaker of the Senegalese National Assembly as guests of honor.
The celebration began with a recorded speech by H.E. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. In his speech, the President reaffirmed that the African continent now stands at the threshold of a new phase of construction and development, drawing upon its immense potential and rich resources, and above all, the determination and steadfast will of its peoples to maximize the benefits of their wealth.
The President emphasized that Egypt will continue to be an active partner in supporting development and reconstruction efforts in the African countries through the exchange of expertise, implementation of projects, and openness to cooperation with various international partners within a framework of mutual respect and shared interests, in order to achieve the priorities of the peoples and states of the continent.
The celebration also featured a recorded speech by the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, in addition to a documentary film about Egyptian-African relations and the momentum and progress they are witnessing in various political, economic, and developmental fields.
Additionally, a documentary highlighted Cairo University’s role in supporting and strengthening relations with African countries, hosting African students, and supporting educational and capacity-building pathways.
Minister Badr Abdelatty delivered a speech in which he pointed out that celebrating Africa Day reflects the deep historical ties linking Egypt with its fraternal nations across the continent.
He referred to the directives of H.E. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to strengthen Egypt’s engagement in Africa and consolidate strategic partnerships with African nations.
The Minister stressed that Egypt’s policy toward the continent is based on linking peace, security, and sustainable development, while continuing to support capacity-building, transfer Egyptian expertise, and implement Africa Agenda 2063.
He highlighted Egypt’s success in presenting pioneering models of cooperation and development in the continent, particularly the Julius Nyerere Dam project in Tanzania as a model for South-South cooperation.
He also underscored H.E. President El-Sisi’s leading role in reconstruction and post-conflict development efforts, and referred to Egypt’s hosting of the El Alamein Africa Forum and the African Union Mid-Year Coordination Summit, as well as ongoing preparations for organizing the sixth edition of the Aswan Forum for Sustainable Peace and Development, reflecting Egypt’s position and pivotal role in supporting joint African action.
For his part, Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa affirmed that the Egyptian state places great importance on strengthening cooperation with African countries in implementation of the directives of H.E. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
He noted that investing in the “African human capital” represents the fundamental pillar for achieving sustainable development in accordance with Africa Agenda 2063, and that Egypt will continue supporting everything that contributes to the advancement of the continent’s peoples and the realization of their aspirations for peace and prosperity.
He further pointed out that the ministry is working to strengthen academic, research, and cultural relations with various African countries by offering scholarships and supporting African students through the “Study in Egypt” initiative, in addition to providing training programs, capacity-building, and comprehensive care, thereby contributing to the preparation of African cadres capable of leading development efforts in their countries.
The Ambassador of Cameroon, in his capacity as Dean of the African Diplomatic Corps, also delivered a speech praising the depth of the historical relations between Egypt and the countries of the continent, as well as Egypt’s active role in supporting African causes and strengthening joint African action.
The event also honored a number of prominent figures in appreciation of their contributions to supporting African relations and strengthening bonds of cooperation among the peoples of the continent.
The celebration concluded with an artistic performance by the Aswan Ensemble, reflecting the cultural and civilizational diversity that characterizes the African continent and its enduring historical and human ties.
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates
