Mansoura University recently hosted the final rounds of the "Hult Prize Egypt 2026" competition. This event is a fantastic example of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research's commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. It brought together over 60 startups from nearly 40 Egyptian universities, making it one of the largest global student competitions focused on social entrepreneurship. The competition was fierce, with the top 6 teams advancing to the final stage. In the end, the "CuraX" team from Mansoura University proudly secured first place nationwide! This amazing win means they'll get to represent Egypt at the global finals, which are set to take place in London, the British capital, in September 2026. There, they'll compete for the grand prize of one million US dollars.
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