Chairman of the Board of Trustees

Sustainable development is a global call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, provide quality and inclusive education for all, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. For thousands of years, Upper Egypt has been the cradle of Ancient Egyptian civilization, more than any other region in the world, and it deserves to carry the torch of education and enlightenment once again through the production of scientific, technological, and social knowledge. Our focus on a bright future for our country begins in universities; Merit University was founded on this principle and actively practices it. It is no coincidence that the university strives to open the doors of knowledge everywhere, directing its staff and students toward development and innovation. We build alliances with top European and American universities to achieve effective partnerships in shaping the future. Simultaneously, we initiate partnerships with business institutions and civil society to ensure that our education remains linked to the labor market, producing graduates who are constantly connected to society and capable of meeting its needs, making the university a key player in shaping the future.