Egypt's Minister of Education and Technical Education, Mohamed Abd al-Latif, and Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Abdel Aziz Qansua, honored student Mi'ar Mohamed Ragab, a sixth-grade student at the Shahid Hamdi Sharabi Primary School in Kafr El Sheikh governorate. Mi'ar won the title of champion in the 2026 Arabic Reading Challenge, held in the United Arab Emirates, which saw the participation of over 40 million students from 60 countries.
The challenge is one of the largest reading competitions globally, and Mi'ar's achievement is considered a national pride for Egypt. The ministers praised Mi'ar's accomplishment, which reflects the talents and abilities of Egyptian students to excel and compete internationally. They also commended the school, Shahid Mahmoud Maghrebi Primary School, for ranking second in the category of "best school in the Arab world" in the challenge.
During the honoring ceremony, Minister Mohamed Abd al-Latif expressed his pride in Mi'ar's achievement, stating that it is a national accomplishment and a source of pride for all Egyptians. He emphasized the importance of reading and knowledge, saying that they are essential for building a student's personality and developing their intellectual and creative abilities.
Minister Abd al-Latif also praised Mi'ar's family, teachers, and school for their support and encouragement. He stressed that the Egyptian education system is committed to discovering and nurturing talented students, providing them with opportunities to develop their skills and showcase their abilities through cultural and scientific competitions.
Minister Abdel Aziz Qansua congratulated Mi'ar and her family on her achievement, praising her exceptional awareness and abilities. He emphasized the importance of family and school in supporting and guiding students, saying that they play a crucial role in shaping their personalities and fostering their talents.
The ministers also announced that Mi'ar will be appointed as an ambassador for reading in the 58th Cairo International Book Fair. They also revealed plans to donate a library to Mi'ar's school, providing it with a collection of books and resources to support reading and learning.
The ceremony included a discussion between the ministers and students, where they proposed ideas and suggestions to promote reading culture and support students' participation in cultural and educational activities. The ministers pledged to consider these proposals and work on implementing them to support students and foster their talents.
Key points
- Egyptian student Mi'ar Mohamed Ragab wins the 2026 Arabic Reading Challenge, a competition that saw the participation of over 40 million students from 60 countries.
- The Egyptian government honors Mi'ar for her achievement, recognizing her as a role model for Egyptian students and a source of national pride.
- The government announces plans to support Mi'ar and other talented students, including providing resources and opportunities for them to develop their skills and showcase their abilities.
