Aswan governor receives Djamila Bouhired to attend AWIFF

Aswan governor receives Djamila Bouhired to attend AWIFF

ASWAN, Upper Egypt, Feb 20 (MENA) - Aswan governor Magdi Hegazi has met with Algerian nationalist Djamila Bouhired, who arrived in the Upper Egyptian city Monday to take part in the second edition of the Aswan Women's Film Festival.

This edition, which kicks off here Wednesday, has been given the name of Bouhired.

It will last until February 27.

A delegation of Aswan women received Bouhired upon her arrival at Aswan airport.

A troupe also performed folk dances that reflect the culture of Aswan.

Hegazi said Bouhired is a model to follow and an embodiment of sacrifice for the sake of the homeland.

He said he was keen to receive Bouhired, whom he called a symbol of freedom.

Bouhired said she is very happy with the reception, noting that Egyptians had been a source of inspiration and determination during the 60s.