On October 10, 2026, Joher Nabil, Egypt's Minister of Youth and Sports, and Dr. Alaa Abdel Maati, Governor of Gharbiya, opened a renovated seven-a-side football field at the Batal Mohamed Sayed Sami youth center in Sberbay. The renovation was part of the government's efforts to upgrade youth and sports facilities across the country. The inauguration coincided with the 228th anniversary of Gharbiya governorate and the October victories.
Following the inauguration, Minister Nabil and Governor Abdel Maati conducted an inspection tour of the youth center to assess its capabilities and the services provided to its members. They also ensured that the sports facilities were being utilized effectively and that a suitable environment was available for various activities. This, they said, would help expand the base of sports participation and provide young people with a safe and well-equipped space to engage in sports.
Minister Nabil emphasized that upgrading sports facilities at youth centers was a crucial step towards expanding sports participation and discovering and nurturing talent. He noted that the Ministry of Youth and Sports would continue to work on developing sports infrastructure in various governorates in collaboration with local authorities. This, he said, would enhance the social role of youth centers as hubs for sports and youth development.
The Minister added that the focus on youth centers was part of a broader vision to build generations that were aware, belonged to their country, and could participate positively in society. He cited the October victories as an example of the values of sacrifice, determination, and national work that the government aimed to instill in young people.
Governor Abdel Maati stated that the inauguration of the renovated sports facility was a gift to the people of Gharbiya governorate on the occasion of the October victories and the governorate's 228th anniversary. He stressed that the development of youth centers and sports facilities was a genuine investment in human development and provided opportunities for young people to engage in sports and discover their talents.
The Governor also pointed out that investing in youth centers and sports facilities would support values of belonging and collective work and contribute to building generations capable of participating in building society. He expressed his hope that the renovated facility would be a hub for sports and youth activities in the region.
The inauguration of the renovated sports facility is part of the Egyptian government's efforts to promote sports and youth development across the country. The government has been working to upgrade sports infrastructure and provide opportunities for young people to engage in various sports and activities.
Key points
- The renovated sports facility was opened by Minister of Youth and Sports Joher Nabil and Gharbiya Governor Dr. Alaa Abdel Maati on October 10, 2026.
- The facility is part of a broader effort to upgrade youth and sports facilities across Egypt's Gharbiya governorate.
- The project aims to promote sports participation and provide young people with safe and well-equipped spaces to engage in various activities.
