Egyptian Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh El-Hefny welcomed young Egyptian student Mayar Mohamed Ragab Osman at Cairo International Airport upon her return to Egypt, following her victory in the 10th edition of the Arab Reading Challenge, held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The reception reflected Egypt’s appreciation for outstanding young talents and its commitment to celebrating national achievements on regional and international platforms.
The welcome ceremony was attended by Magdy Ishaq, Chairman of Cairo Airport Company; MP Amr Darwish; a delegation from the Ministry of Education; and members of Mayar’s family.
Cairo International Airport’s Public Relations team organized a special reception for the young champion, providing the necessary facilities and assistance to her and her mother in recognition of her remarkable achievement.
The occasion also featured a special family moment, as Mayar’s father returned from Kuwait to join his family in celebrating her victory and welcoming her home, while her mother accompanied her on the return journey.
During the reception, Minister El-Hefny congratulated Mayar and her family, expressing his pride in her achievement, which reflects the remarkable talents and promising potential of Egyptian children.
He emphasized that reading and knowledge are fundamental pillars in building the awareness of younger generations, shaping their personalities and developing their intellectual and creative abilities.
El-Hefny described Mayar as an inspiration to young people and an outstanding example of an Egyptian child capable of achieving excellence and proudly representing her country at Arab and international events.
He also praised her family for providing a role model in supporting children, nurturing their talents and encouraging them to develop their abilities and pursue their ambitions.
The minister stressed that celebrating distinguished Egyptian achievers, particularly young talents, reflects the state’s appreciation of their accomplishments and its commitment to encouraging emerging talent while promoting ambition, excellence and a strong sense of national belonging among future generations.
Mayar Osman secured the title of the 10th Arab Reading Challenge during the competition’s closing ceremony in Dubai, which witnessed record-breaking participation, with 40,286,428 students from 60 countries, alongside 138,426 schools and 161,507 supervisors.
Her victory represents a significant achievement for Egypt and highlights the growing importance of reading, education and knowledge in empowering younger generations and developing future leaders.
