Cairo:During the 9th Cairo Water Week (CWW), Minister of Irrigation and Water Resources Hani Sewilam and Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Abdelaziz Konsowa reviewed university graduation projects from the year 2026, which offer innovative solutions to tackle water challenges.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the Ministers commended the students for their efforts in developing practical solutions aimed at conserving water resources and enhancing water-use efficiency. They highlighted the importance of aligning scientific research and innovation with the sector's needs.

Minister Sewilam emphasized the Ministry's dedication to expanding its collaboration with universities and research centers. This initiative aims to leverage promising student projects and turn innovative concepts into practical applications. He noted that these efforts support the second-generation water management system, "2.0," which focuses on modern technology, innovation, and youth capacity building.

Minister Konsowa pointed out the crucial role universities play in devising scientific solutions to national priorities such as water scarcity, climate change, and resource conservation. He underscored the need to align graduation projects with the country's development needs and to strengthen partnerships between academic institutions and entities within the water sector to promote sustainable water management.