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Al-Ahram Weekly
2 days ago
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- Al-Ahram Weekly
UPDATED: Ahly win 45th Egyptian league title - Egyptian Football
Ahly were crowned Egyptian Premier League champions after a 6-0 thrashing of Pharco FC on Wednesday. Palestinian striker Wessam Abou Ali stole the spotlight, scoring a super hat-trick for the Red Devils, while winger Hussein El-Shahat and midfielder Emam Ashour netted the fifth and sixth goals, respectively, to complete the rout. The reigning champions entered the clash atop the league standings with 55 points, two points ahead of second-placed Pyramids FC, meaning a draw would suffice to retain the title in front of a massive crowd. Ten minutes into the first half, Moroccan winger Achraf Bencharki initiated a swift counterattack, threading a precise pass to Ahmed 'Koka' Nabil on the left flank, to deliver a pinpoint cross to Abou Ali, who converted from close range with a right-footed shot into the centre of the goal. Three minutes before halftime, Bencharki weaved through the left side before setting up Abou Ali for a second clinical finish. The decisive moment arrived 10 minutes after the break when Pharco FC goalkeeper Mohamed Shika received a red card for a reckless challenge on Emam Ashour following a VAR review. Abou Ali completed his hat-trick in the 61st minute, curling a free-kick into the bottom right corner with his right foot. Ahly coach Emad El-Nahas then introduced fresh legs, including Ali Maaloul, Mohamed 'Afsha' Magdi, and goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir. Tunisian left-back Maaloul's emotional cameo marked his final appearance for the club before his contract expired, as he assisted Abou Ali's third goal with a measured cross. Hussein El-Shahat extended the lead to 5-0 in the 75th minute, latching onto Abou Ali's cross and slotting home from six yards. Ashour sealed the rout in added time with a powerful shot from inside the box after a brilliant backheel from El-Shahat. Ashour's spectacular form The 27-year-old emerged as Ahly's talisman this season. With 13 goals Ashour tops the scoring charts—a goal ahead of NBE Club's Osama Faisal and two ahead of Zamalek's Nasser Mansi, who retains a game in hand. He was instrumental for the team in key games and a major source of inspiration throughout the season. The talented midfielder was named Man of the Match on 7 occasions, the most won by any player this season. Ahly will depart for the U.S. next week to prepare for the FIFA Club World Cup. 𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐄𝐆𝐘𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 🔴🔥🦅 — Al Ahly SC 🇬🇧 (@AlAhlyEnglish) May 28, 2025 Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Arab Times
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Ashour claims refereeing injustice cost Al-Arabi Zain the Premier League title
KUWAIT CITY, May 14: Al-Arabi Club President Abdulaziz Ashour expressed strong dissatisfaction with the refereeing decisions during the current Zain Premier League season, claiming that officiating errors played a key role in denying his team the league title. Ashour specifically pointed to controversial incidents in several matches, saying, 'In our first-leg match against Kuwait Club, the referee sent off our Mauritanian professional Abdullah Mahmoud after we were awarded a foul. Ironically, Abdullah was the one fouled, yet he received the red card.' He continued, 'There was another case where a Kuwait Club player who had already received a yellow card committed another offense that warranted a second yellow—and consequently a red card. However, the referee instead chose to show a yellow card to Hussein Ashkanani to avoid sending off the Kuwait Club player.' Ashour also criticized Mexican referee Ramos, who officiated its game against Al-Qadsiya. Ramos issued multiple yellow cards, eventually making it easy to send off Hassan Hamdan. He also refereed our decisive game against Kuwait Club and distributed yellow cards to several players. During halftime, players told me he was handing out cards excessively. We also had a clear penalty shout for Jumaa Aboud that went ignored.' He added, 'Even earlier in the match, we were denied another penalty, and the referee failed to consult VAR. It's clear to me now that this referee knew exactly what he was doing. I'm convinced we were robbed of the match.' Ashour held the Kuwait Football Association accountable for what he described as a "refereeing injustice" and expressed hope that the federation would not impose harsh penalties on Al-Arabi in light of the post-match events.
Libya Observer
10-05-2025
- Business
- Libya Observer
Libya weighs salary tax and fuel subsidy cuts in economic reform push
The Central Bank of Libya (CBL) has expanded talks with the House of Representatives' finance committee, with participation from the Government of National Unity and the rival eastern authority, as part of efforts to activate a stalled economic reform agenda, sources at the CBL told Al-Araby Al-Jadeed. The draft plan under discussion includes imposing a new tax on high public-sector salaries, partially or fully lifting fuel subsidies, and implementing sweeping austerity measures. These would include downsizing Libya's diplomatic missions abroad and suspending ongoing development projects to curb public spending. Economist Ezzedine Ashour described the reform package as largely superficial, warning it avoids core structural issues such as entrenched corruption, weak governance, and heavy dependence on oil revenues. Ashour cited the Central Bank's 2021 attempt to devalue the Libyan dinar, which was meant to stabilize public finances but faltered amid institutional instability and rising government expenditure. 'It didn't ease the liquidity crisis or improve purchasing power,' he said, noting that the move instead triggered higher import prices and fueled inflation. Tags: CBL
Middle East
08-05-2025
- Business
- Middle East
PM chairs 1st meeting of national council for education, innovation
CAIRO, May 7 (MENA) - Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli chaired on Wednesday the first meeting of the National Council for Education, Research, and Innovation (NCERI) on Wednesday, signaling a major push to overhaul the country's education and research systems amid rapid technological advancements. The meeting was attended by a host of statesmen, including Deputy Premier and Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Deputy PM for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel el Wazir, Defense Minister Abdel Majeed Saqr, Interior Minister Mahmoud Tawfik, Higher Education Minister Ayman Ashour, Education Minister Mohamed Abdel Latif and Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk. Madbouli stressed the council's role in aligning Egypt's pre-university and higher education systems with global shifts especially as regards the application of artificial intelligence (AI). He said the meeting tackled current challenges in Egypt's education and innovation landscape. Ashour outlined progress in seven strategic axes: integration, interdisciplinary specializations, connectivity, active participation, sustainability, international benchmarking, and innovation and entrepreneurship. Highlighting integration, Ashour discussed aligning academic and research institutions with regional economic activities to bolster national development. He referred to the 'Alliance and Development' presidential initiative, promoting regional partnerships among government entities and industry players. The minister showcased initiatives linking scientific research with industry, including the electric vehicle rally in New Alamein and the development of low-speed electric vehicles suited to smart cities. Notably, Egypt produced its first EU-certified, domestically-manufactured ventilator. Other efforts include the EV-Tech project for low-speed vehicle technology transfer and a model agricultural tech research farm in Marsa Matrouh. Ashour emphasized creating programs blending specializations aligned with future job markets and upskilling faculty. Regarding global connectivity, he said 337 joint academic programs are being run with foreign partners across Egyptian universities. He highlighted the 'Egypt Scholarships and Educational Tourism' initiative and efforts to align education with labor market skills through university career centers, which have helped place thousands of graduates. Ashour underscored the active role of higher education in economic and societal development. He noted university hospitals—125 facilities supported by over 31,000 faculty—serve millions with quality healthcare services and are integral to national health campaigns, including early cancer detection and the 'Decent Life' initiative, which has deployed over 1,000 medical convoys. He also detailed student engagement initiatives such as '100 Days of Sports,' 'Learn with Health,' and 'Empower,' aimed at health, inclusion, and labor market readiness. On sustainability, the minister cited the expansion of Egypt's university infrastructure, growing from 50 institutions in 2014 to 116 by 2025. The international benchmarking axis focuses on enhancing global rankings and accreditation for Egyptian institutions, thereby attracting more international students and bolstering overseas campuses. Ashour discussed fostering a startup ecosystem through TV programming, attracting 20,000 student participants and 976 startup proposals, with EGP 82 million in total funding. He also introduced the National Network for Talents and Innovators. Ashour announced the launch of the Japanese-style ELKosen colleges in Egypt from September 2025, in collaboration with JICA. The first campus in 10th of Ramadan City will offer five-year programs in robotics, AI, green energy, and microelectronics, modeled on Japan's technological institutes. Education Minister Mohamed Abdel Latif addressed school overcrowding, noting emergency measures such as dual shifts, space optimization, and six-day school weeks, alongside long-term plans to build up to 15,000 classrooms annually. He claimed student density had dropped below 50 per class, with an average of 38. To address teacher shortages, he highlighted hiring initiatives, increased pay, and new policies extending teacher service until August 31 of each academic year. These moves reportedly filled over 90% of teaching gaps. Abdel Latif detailed reforms in secondary education, reducing course loads and introducing a proposed Egyptian Baccalaureate focused on critical thinking and interdisciplinary learning. A nationwide survey of students is currently informing this reform. Alaa Ashmawy, head of the National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation, outlined progress in raising private institute standards and aligning national qualifications frameworks with international benchmarks. Established by a presidential decree issued by President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, the council reports directly to the president of the Republic with the aim of laying down National Strategy to develop education, scientific research, and innovation, reviewing national priorities in education, research, and innovation across various sectors and improving the educational process. (MENA) S R E
Zawya
29-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt's Education Ministry launches secnd phase of ‘Be Ready' initiative targeting 1mln innovators
Egypt's Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Ayman Ashour, has launched the second phase of the 'Be Ready' initiative under the slogan 'One Million Qualified Innovators' (Be Ready – 1M), the ministry announced on Monday. The launch event was attended by international and regional partners, including the International Labour Organization (ILO), the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), the Global Innovation Institute (GII), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the Education Development Fund affiliated with the Cabinet, alongside ministry officials, academics, decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and media personnel. In his opening speech, Ashour stated that this second phase aims 'to provide full support to students through a comprehensive system that meets their needs for the skills and competencies required to qualify for the job market.' He emphasised that the initiative aligns with the principles of the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research and the National Strategy for Sustainable Innovation, launched by the ministry as part of efforts to achieve the goals of the 'Alliance and Development' presidential initiative. Ashour affirmed that the initiative 'reflects the state's belief in the role of youth as a key driver of development' and 'seeks to build the capabilities and qualify one million university students and recent graduates.' He highlighted the launch of 'an integrated digital platform that provides multiple pathways for vocational and innovative qualification for youth,' stressing the ministry's commitment 'to providing support to our students through a comprehensive and integrated system to qualify them for the job market.' Ayman Ashour, Egypt's Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research The minister thanked all supporters of the initiative and university employment centres, urging students to make the most of the available training opportunities. He noted that 'the job market no longer relies solely on university degrees but now requires advanced skills.' During the event, Ashour presented details about the initiative, its objectives, and the ongoing changes in the labour market. He mentioned that the ministry monitors international reports on required skills and seeks to keep pace with regional and international job market demands to enhance Egypt's capacity to export qualified labour, highlighting international praise for Egyptian competencies. The minister pointed out that the initiative aims to launch an integrated digital platform offering diverse paths for vocational and innovative qualification, providing real training and employment opportunities for youth in cooperation with development partners from international institutions and the private sector. Ayman Farid, Assistant Minister for Strategic Planning, Training, and Labour Market Qualification, underscored the significance of launching the second phase under the umbrella of the 'Alliance and Development' presidential initiative. He explained that the initiative seeks to qualify one million innovators in partnership with international organisations and link academic programmes to the labour market. He also noted Egyptian universities' keenness to enhance internationalpartnerships and promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, thereby helping bridge the gap between educational outcomes and labour market requirements, expressing thanks to all initiative supporters. Eric Oechslin, Director of the ILO Cairo Office, expressed his pleasure in partnering with the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education to support youth capabilities and job market readiness. He stressed the importance of integrated efforts by the government, private sector, and international institutions to equip youth with necessary skills, especially digital and technological ones, to handle labour market developments, reflecting positively on Egypt's development goals. In a recorded message, Salem bin Mohammed AlMalik, Director-General of ICESCO, highlighted the importance of honing youth skills and expertise amid rapid changes. He commended the launch of the initiative's second phase, affirmed the fruitful partnership with the ministry, and called on youth to prepare well for the future and develop their skills to support development efforts. Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of the MBRF, expressed his delight at participating, stating that 'investing in youth is investing in the future.' He noted that significant technological advancements necessitate retraining and skills development to meet future job demands, outlining the foundation's efforts in supporting youth. Via video conference, Anthony Mills, Director of the Global Innovation Institute, emphasized the importance of developing students' capabilities and innovative skills to open new job market prospects. He explained that development should extend beyond the individual to support teamwork and necessary organisational shifts in the labour market. Abdallah Al Dardari, UN Assistant Secretary-General and Director of the UNDP Regional Bureau for Arab States, also affirmed the initiative's importance and the role of international cooperation in building youth capacities for the future job market. Rasha Sharaf, Secretary-General of the Education Development Fund, stated that the Ministry of Higher Education is working diligently to bolster state efforts towards sustainable development. She highlighted the importance of achieving equal opportunities and equipping youth with necessary knowledge and skills, confirming the Fund's full support for the initiative and its commitment to leveraging all capabilities for national service and achieving Egypt Vision 2030. The launch event featured several panel discussions with ministry leaders and experts discussing employment, future readiness, skills for a knowledge society, challenges and opportunities in digital and innovative skill development, and designing flexible career paths for the changing labour market. The 'Be Ready' initiative's pilot phase was launched in 2023, targeting over 18,000 students from 20 Egyptian public universities. Its success in enhancing graduate readiness for local, regional, and international job markets paved the way for the current expanded 'One Million Qualified Innovators' phase. This phase represents a strategic step towards supporting sustainable development plans, building a knowledge society, and strengthening Egypt's role as a regional hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. The initiative is part of the ministry's efforts to implement the objectives of the 'Alliance and Development' presidential initiative, aiming to build the capacity and qualify one million young men and women by developing digital skills and promoting a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, thereby contributing to bridging the gap between educational outcomes and labour market demands in line with Egypt Vision 2030 and the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research. © 2024 Daily News Egypt. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( Daily News Egypt
