The President and CEO of Elsewedy Electric, a global provider of integrated energy solutions headquartered in Egypt, and professional engineer will take up the ceremonial role in September.

The incoming Chancellor’s passion for education has led to the creation of Elsewedy Technical Academy offering technical and vocational education and training (TVET), and the Elsewedy University of Technology. Eng El Sewedy was also instrumental in the development of Coventry University’s branch campus in Cairo, known as The Knowledge Hub (TKH).

He replaces Dr Margaret Casely-Hayford CBE who has stepped down from the role after seven years.

El Sewedy said: “I am deeply honoured to take on the role of Chancellor at Coventry University Group. Education has always been a cornerstone of my vision, and I am excited to contribute to the university’s mission of creating better futures. Everyone should be proud of how we strive to bridge the gap between academia and industry, ensuring students are well-prepared for the global job market.”

Due to the success of the TKH based at the New Administrative Capital in Cairo – known as TKH East – a second branch campus on the other side of Cairo, in New Zeyad City, to be known as TKH West, has been announced with construction due to begin soon.

Professor John Latham CBE, Vice-Chancellor of Coventry University, said: “We welcome El Sewedy with open arms to Coventry University Group and look forward to working with him to spread our message of creating better futures far and wide.

“He steps in to the shoes of Dr Casely-Hayford who flew the flag for seven years and we know that Eng El Sewedy’s visionary leadership and passion will continue her legacy.

“In selecting our new Chancellor, we wanted to reflect our global nature and El Sewedy’s commitment to widening access to quality higher education matches our own outlook and mission.”

Find out more about The Knowledge Hub.