The first day of the "Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery Course" concluded successfully. Candidates engaged in a welcoming session, discussions with Dr. Abdelmoniem Eltayeb, informative lectures, and dry lab practices guided by Mr. Nadir Hilal, Mr. Muhammed A.R. Khalil, and Mr. Anas Alshafea. A special acknowledgment to our esteemed guests from Ethiopia: Mr. Berhane Redea Meshesha, Consultant Laparoscopic Surgeon at St. Paul Hospital and Assistant Professor of Surgery at Mileneum Medical College, along with Mr. Henok Teshome, Hepatobiliary Surgery Specialist. Stay tuned for two more exciting days ahead!