The University of Gabès in Tunisia is set to host a two-day cybersecurity competition, "Gabès Pentest 1.0", on November 28-29, 2026. The event, organized by the university and the National School of Engineers in Gabès, aims to develop students' skills in cybersecurity and penetration testing. The competition will feature teams of two students each, who will compete in a series of challenges designed to test their knowledge and abilities in the field.
The competition is designed to promote the development of skills in cybersecurity and penetration testing, as well as to encourage responsible and ethical hacking practices. The event will include workshops, lectures, and networking opportunities between students and cybersecurity professionals. The competition is open to students from various universities, and teams can register through the event's website.
The "Gabès Pentest 1.0" competition is part of a broader effort to support the development of Tunisian students' skills in modern technologies and to encourage innovation and excellence in the field of cybersecurity. The event is also expected to provide a platform for students to showcase their talents and compete with their peers from other universities.
The top nine teams that emerge from the competition will qualify to represent the University of Gabès in the Maghreb Student Forum for Information Security, which will take place in Zawiya, Libya, from December 23-25, 2026. This forum provides a platform for students from across the Maghreb region to share knowledge, exchange experiences, and compete in cybersecurity challenges.
The organization of the "Gabès Pentest 1.0" competition is a testament to the efforts of the Tunisian education sector to promote innovation and excellence in the field of cybersecurity. The event is expected to attract students from various universities in Tunisia and beyond, and to provide a valuable opportunity for them to develop their skills and network with professionals in the field.
Registration for the competition is open through the event's website, and interested students can sign up to participate in the challenges. The event promises to be an exciting and enriching experience for all participants, and to provide a valuable platform for the development of cybersecurity skills in Tunisia and the wider Maghreb region.
Key points
- The competition aims to promote responsible and ethical hacking practices among students.
- The top nine teams will qualify to represent the University of Gabès in the Maghreb Student Forum for Information Security.
- The event will feature workshops, lectures, and networking opportunities between students and cybersecurity professionals.
