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News26 September 2026

Afterlife: the first competition under the name MASAR Competitions

Announced at the Dialogue with the Nile closing ceremony: three permanent themes, and a first competition under Theme 02 — old buildings, a second life. Early-bird registration next week, submission in January 2027, the details within a month.

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Articles25 September 2026

24 Finalists: one brief, 24 directions

The jury selected 24 Finalists from 65 entries. Each one in a sentence — a first reading before the results on 26 September.

Articles25 September 2026

Meet the jury of Round 2

Seven jurors from Egypt, the United States, Norway and Brazil read the 65 entries of Round 2. Who they are, and what each brought to the table.

News25 September 2026

The Dialogue with the Nile Prize and the Elme3margy Award

Two trophies are handed over at the closing ceremony on 26 September 2026: the Dialogue with the Nile Prize, for the idea that rose above the rest, and a special award by Elme3margy.

Articles25 September 2026

Behind Round 2: the mentors and the sessions

Before the jury met, participants could work with five mentors and learn from ten guests in the general sessions — architects, designers and academics.

Events24 September 2026

Dialogue with the Nile 2026 — Closing Ceremony

An evening to honour the 24 Finalists, hear from the jury and the people behind Round 2, and reveal the winners.

News27 August 2026

Submission has closed: 65 entries for Round 2

The final submission closed on 26 August 2026 at 23:59, Cairo time. The jury now reviews the entries; the results are announced at the closing ceremony.

News18 August 2026

Registration closes today, final submission tomorrow 19 August

One landscape A0 board, JPG or PNG at 300 dpi and up to 25 MB, sent by e-mail with the team number in the subject.

News15 April 2026

Question period: 15 April to 15 June

For two months, participants send their questions about the brief to the competition’s official e-mail; clarifications reach everyone by e-mail and on social channels.

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