Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, announced that the team from the Faculty of Engineering in Shubra secured first place at the level of Egypt and Africa, and second place globally in the Shell Eco-marathon – Autonomous Programming Competition (APC) 2025, among more than 20 participating teams from various universities worldwide.
The university president congratulated the winning team, which represents a global achievement for the electric car team, Shoubra Racing Team, from the Faculty of Engineering in Shubra.
Prof. El-Gizawy emphasized Benha University's commitment to supporting such student initiatives that reflect a genuine awareness of global trends in artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles, and sustainable energy, which align with Egypt's Vision 2030, contributing to the preparation of capable professionals who can innovate and compete on international stages.
Prof. Gamal Abdel Aziz, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Engineering in Shubra, stated that the Shell Eco-marathon is one of the oldest and most prestigious global engineering competitions, having started over 40 years ago. It aims to motivate university students to design and develop highly efficient energy-consuming vehicles. It serves as an annual platform that combines innovation and practical application in the field of sustainable mobility, opening avenues for youth to present future technological solutions.
c Prof. Gamal pointed out that one of the modern tracks within the competition is the Autonomous Programming Competition (APC), which focuses on developing smart systems for autonomous vehicles. In this challenge, teams are required to program a self-driving car capable of navigating within a virtual city and passing through a series of waypoints while adhering to traffic laws, utilizing artificial intelligence and advanced algorithms, all while maintaining the highest possible level of energy efficiency.
Prof. Mohamed Ibrahim, supervisor of the team, added that the Shoubra Racing Team from the Faculty of Engineering in Shubra - Benha University has succeeded in designing an integrated system that combines intelligent control, computer vision, and real-time sensory data processing, enabling it to excel in performance testing and compete at a global level.
This achievement is a true source of pride for the students of the Faculty of Engineering in Shubra - Benha University, confirming their capabilities to engage in complex technological challenges directly related to the future of mobility and smart cities.

Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, continued his inspection tours regarding the progress of the second semester examinations with a visit to the Faculty of Specific Education, accompanied by Prof. Hany Shehta, Dean of the Faculty, and the vice deans.
The President ensured the proper conduct of the examinations, confirming the presence of the heads of committees and the attendance of supervisors within the examination halls. He also engaged in friendly discussions with students to gather their opinions about the examinations.
The President praised the commitment of students, faculty members, and administrative staff in maintaining discipline and adherence to the established rules to provide a suitable environment for conducting the exams.
Prof. El-Gizawy emphasized the university administration's commitment to continuous field monitoring to ensure that the examinations proceed smoothly, providing all students' needs and overcoming any obstacles they may face during the examination period.
Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy and his companions inspected the development and maintenance works within the faculty, stressing the importance of adhering to the timeline, quality of execution, and final finishes that align with the university's visual identity.

Prof. Jehan Abdel Hadi, Vice President of Benha University for postgraduate Studies and Research, inspected the progress of the second semester exams at the Faculty of Education.
This visit was attended by Prof. Magdy El-Shahat, Dean of the Faculty of Education, and the college's deputies.
Prof. Jehan Abdel Hadi ensured the smooth conduct of the exams and verified the level of exam questions and their alignment with the curricula and study materials. She also monitored the workflow in all committees and engaged in friendly conversations with students to gather their opinions about the exams.
Prof. Jehan Abdel Hadi emphasized the university's commitment to regularly monitoring the exam process and working to provide a safe and suitable environment for students to take their exams.