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Prime Minister of Uganda Visits the German University in Cairo to Explore Academic and Technological Cooperation

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Monday, November 3, 2025

 

The German University in Cairo (GUC) had the honor of welcoming Her Excellency Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda, during her official visit to the university campus.

 

Her Excellency was received by Prof. Dr. Ashraf Mansour, GUC’s Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and Prof. Dr. Yasser Hegazy, President of the University, along with senior members of the university’s leadership. The meeting focused on exploring avenues for academic collaboration, scientific research, and technological exchange between Uganda and Egypt, aiming to strengthen partnerships that advance higher education and innovation across Africa.

 

During her visit, Prime Minister Nabbanja toured GUC’s state-of-the-art facilities, including the ARAtronics and Festo laboratories, as well as the GUC Industrial Park. She commended the university’s distinguished academic environment and cutting-edge technological infrastructure, emphasizing GUC’s role as a leading hub for education, innovation, and industrial application in the region.

 

Her Excellency expressed great interest in potential collaboration between Ugandan institutions and GUC, highlighting the importance of empowering youth through education, science, and technology to drive sustainable development across the African continent.

 

Prof. Dr. Ashraf Mansour reaffirmed GUC’s commitment to fostering international cooperation and capacity building through education, research, and innovation:

“We are proud to welcome Prime Minister Nabbanja to GUC. This visit underscores our shared vision of an Africa led by knowledge, innovation, and collaboration. Together, we can create impactful partnerships that serve our nations and our continent.”

 

The visit concluded with discussions on future academic exchanges, joint research initiatives, and opportunities for student and faculty mobility between GUC and Ugandan universities.

The German University in Cairo looks forward to building on this important visit and establishing fruitful collaborations that contribute to the development of higher education, technology, and innovation across Africa.

 

 

 

 

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