CIRA Education Acquires 51% Stake in L’École Française d’Hurghada

Strategic Expansion into the Red Sea Region

CIRA Education (CIRA.CA on the Egyptian Stock Exchange), Egypt’s largest fully integrated private

education group, has announced the acquisition of a 51% stake in L’École Française d’Hurghada,

marking the Group’s first foray into the international education sector in the Red Sea region.

The school’s founder and current shareholder, Ms. Bouchra Cherkaoui, will retain a 49% stake and

continue to play an active role in the school’s future development.

A Unique French Curriculum Institution

Established in 2004, L’École Française d’Hurghada is the only school in the Red Sea region

offering a French curriculum, officially accredited by the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE).

The acquisition enables CIRA Education to expand both its geographical presence and academic offerings, serving

a broader student base in the growing city of Hurghada.

New German Track Launching This September

Beginning in September, the school will launch a new German section under the SIS (Saxony International School) brand.

This will be Hurghada’s first fully accredited German curriculum offering, with confirmed enrollment of 160 students

from kindergarten to Grade 12.

The initiative creates a multilingual educational hub within the existing school structure.

American Curriculum in the Pipeline

Plans are already underway to introduce an American English stream, in line with CIRA’s multi-curricular

strategy and in response to rising demand for international education in Hurghada.

CEO Mohamed El Kalla: A Richer, More Inclusive Education Environment

“We’re committed to delivering quality education where it’s most needed, and Hurghada is an

underserved yet promising location,” said Mr. Mohamed El Kalla, CEO of CIRA Education.

“Adding German and American programs to the existing French curriculum will enrich the academic

environment and offer families real choice.”

Founder Bouchra Cherkaoui: Preserving Values, Expanding Impact

“For over 20 years, we’ve proudly provided high-quality French education to the Hurghada community,”

said Ms. Cherkaoui.

“Partnering with CIRA Education allows us to grow our impact while upholding the core values on which the school was founded.

Together, we’re entering a new chapter as a truly multi-curricular institution.”

Khaled Taha: German Education Comes to Hurghada

“We’re honored to bring German education to Hurghada for the first time through the SIS model,” said

Mr. Khaled Taha, Vice President of SIS Middle East.

“This is a key step for educational diversity in the Red Sea region, and we’re excited to deliver

a top-tier German academic experience.”

Eduhive CEO: A Return to the Red Sea with Renewed Vision

“SIS Red Sea becomes the eighth school in the Eduhive network, and perhaps our most exciting

one yet,” stated Mr. Karim Mostafa, CEO of Eduhive, the CIRA-backed education management company.

“We’re returning to the Red Sea with a bold vision to build the leading international school in

the region, backed by local insights and a team of expert educators.”

Signing Ceremony Marks New Milestone

The acquisition agreement was signed last Thursday at CIRA Education’s headquarters in Cairo, signaling

the beginning of a transformative new era for both institutions.

With CIRA Education’s operational scale and resources, L’École Française d’Hurghada is set to evolve into

a dynamic, multi-language school meeting the growing needs of Egypt’s Red Sea coast.

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