
Prof Mahmoud Seydam
Prof Mahmoud Seydam is an educator in Gaza who is navigating the challenges of providing education under severe restrictions. In a context where traditional resources are scarce, he has adapted by using solar panels to power laptops and leveraging technology to conduct classes remotely through platforms like WhatsApp. His resilience in the face of adversity highlights the innovative ways educators strive to maintain learning opportunities for students amidst the ongoing crisis.
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Prof Mahmoud Seydam wires a solar panel to power a laptop, uploading lectures over WhatsApp and taking oral presentations instead of written exams.
We followed five people in Gaza from dawn to dusk – this is what the headlines don’t tell us | Global developmentThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-09-26



