Silicon Waha for Technology Parks has officially launched the fourth edition of “Waha Connect: Shaping the ICT Horizon” at Sadat Technology City. The event brought together an impressive audience of more than 250 students from Delta Technological University, Sadat University, and Al Riada University, in addition to nearly 60 high-profile figures from industry leaders, government officials, entrepreneurs, investors, and experts in technology and digital transformation.
This year’s edition marks a continuation of Silicon Waha’s mission to empower young talent, strengthen the role of technology as a key driver of economic growth, and reinforce the position of technology parks as integrated innovation communities stretching from the Delta to Upper Egypt.
Waha Connect aims to build a direct bridge between young innovators, major enterprises, investors, and entrepreneurs, offering a vibrant platform for university students to showcase their most promising innovative projects—turning bright ideas into real professional opportunities.
Enhancing the Role of Technology Parks in Supporting National Innovation
Eng. Hashim Mansi, CEO of Silicon Waha, emphasized during the opening session that the fourth edition of “Waha Connect” represents a new milestone in the company’s nationwide journey to support innovation.
He stated:
Through Waha Connect over the past year, we succeeded in realizing our vision of linking students with entrepreneurs, investors, and technology leaders. We created a platform that brings innovative projects together with top industry players, building an actual bridge between talent and opportunity. We are pleased to continue this journey today from Sadat Technology City.”
He added that Silicon Waha, as the national operator of the technology parks network, continues to foster a growth-ready environment that unlocks new opportunities for youth and strengthens collaboration between universities, companies, government entities, and the broader investment community.
Inspiring Session and Success Stories Reflecting the Strength of the Tech Sector
The event featured an exceptional lineup of sessions and keynote presentations delivered by leading experts and influential speakers, who discussed the latest trends in innovation, entrepreneurship, and advanced technologies. Among the highlights:
• Eng. Islam El-Fishawy, Chairman of Sadat City Board of Trustees and Member of the Senate, spoke about the vital role of technology hubs in positioning governorates as talent incubators.
• Eng. Karim Ghoneim, CEO of KMG, presented “Building & Scaling Industrial Excellence: KMG’s Journey in a Changing World”, showcasing how engineering, technology, and leadership are redefining the future of industry.
• Prof. Ayman Eid, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Commerce for Graduate Studies & Research, delivered a session titled “Entrepreneurship as a Pillar of Economic Transformation in Higher Education”, shedding light on the role of academic institutions in nurturing innovative leaders and sustainable startups.
• Eng. Ahmed Mansour, who shared an inspiring success story in his talk “Microsystems AI: From 7,000 EGP to Global Tech – The Rise of a Vision”, narrated the remarkable growth of a global tech company that began with a simple idea and limited resources.
The event also welcomed a distinguished guest, Mr. Ahmed Abdelaziz, Site Director at Teleperformance—one of the world’s leading companies in digital business services and customer experience management, delivering solutions that blend human expertise with cutting-edge technologies such as AI to support brands across global markets and languages.
Young Startups Present Innovative Solutions for the Future of Technology
A group of young entrepreneurs delivered outstanding presentations showcasing pioneering solutions in smart manufacturing, digital health, and artificial intelligence, including:
• “Saydaletak” – an innovative platform for managing medications and connecting citizens with pharmacies using real-time data and geolocation.
• “Adaptive 4-Axis Gantry Robot” – a high-precision, flexible industrial robot offering a new model for automation on production lines.
• “Robo Vacuum Cleaner” – an advanced AI-powered solution delivering efficient, innovation-driven cleaning technology.
The fourth edition of Waha Connect successfully brought together universities, companies, government entities, and investors under one roof to exchange knowledge, explore new collaboration opportunities, and support the next generation of innovators.
As the event continues to grow year after year, Waha Connect is solidifying its position as one of the most influential platforms shaping the future of Egypt’s ICT sector and driving the development of a competitive digital society led by youth.
Silicon Waha affirms that Sadat Technology City will remain a dynamic hub for building an advanced knowledge-based community and a strong supporter of an economy powered by innovation and cutting-edge technologies.