Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, Dr. Mohamed Farid, participated in the 2026 Recreational Sports Day for employees of the Egyptian General Authority for Investment and Free Zones. The event concluded with a football match between Authority employees and their families. Dr. Farid attended the final match, engaging with the enthusiastic crowd before presenting prizes and gifts to the winners of various sports competitions.

According to Dr. Farid, the Recreational Sports Day offers an opportunity for employees to step out of their routine and interact in a different setting. He emphasized that such events allow for greater familiarity and communication among colleagues and their families, creating shared moments away from daily work pressures. The Minister highlighted the importance of providing spaces for employees and their families to gather in a simple and interactive atmosphere.

The event also saw an exchange of commemorative shields between Dr. Mohamed Farid and Tarek Qandeel, a member of the Al Ahly Club's Board of Directors. This gesture acknowledged the cooperation between the Egyptian General Authority for Investment and Free Zones and Al Ahly Club in organizing and hosting the Sports Day. The collaboration contributed to creating a suitable environment for the event.

Dr. Mohamed Awad, CEO of the Egyptian General Authority for Investment and Free Zones, noted that employee and family participation reflected the significant interaction with the Sports Day activities. He explained that the event aimed to provide an opportunity for employees to meet and participate in various activities outside of their traditional work setting. The cooperation with Al Ahly Club was instrumental in providing a conducive atmosphere for the event.

The CEO of the Authority expressed gratitude to the Al Ahly Club management and all organizers, as well as employees and their families, for their participation and engagement throughout the day. The Sports Day activities concluded with a group photo featuring Dr. Mohamed Farid, Dr. Mohamed Awad, Authority leaders, employees, their families, and Al Ahly Club representatives.

The event demonstrated the Authority's commitment to promoting work-life balance and fostering a sense of community among employees. By organizing recreational activities, the Authority aims to provide a platform for employees to socialize and engage with each other in a relaxed setting. This initiative is expected to have a positive impact on employee morale and productivity.

Key aspects of the event included the participation of Dr. Mohamed Farid, the exchange of commemorative shields, and the conclusion of the Sports Day with a group photo. The event successfully brought together employees and their families, creating a memorable experience.

Key points

  • Dr. Mohamed Farid participated in the 2026 Recreational Sports Day for employees of the Egyptian General Authority for Investment and Free Zones.
  • The event aimed to provide an opportunity for employees to meet and participate in various activities outside of their traditional work setting.
  • The cooperation with Al Ahly Club contributed to creating a suitable environment for the event.

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