Misrata, Libya – 15 October 2026
Toyota Libya F.Z.C. hosted a special award ceremony at its headquarters in Misrata to honor Miss Hala Mahmoud Hamuda, winner of the Global Grand Prize in the 19th Toyota Dream Car Art Contest (2025–2026), organized by Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) in Japan.
Hala received international recognition for her creative artwork, “HALA ZONA 6×6,” marking a historic achievement as the first Global Grand Prize winner from Libya since the introduction of the contest’s new prize system.
The ceremony was attended by His Excellency Mr. Izuru Shimura, Ambassador of Japan to Libya, alongside representatives from Toyota Tsusho Corporation (TTC), including Mr. Shiichiro Otsuka, COO for Africa Division and Regional Officer for Africa, and Mr. Hidemi Murasugi, Manager of the North Africa Group, Toyota Africa Mobility Department.
During the ceremony, Hala was awarded a USD 5,000 prize in recognition of her outstanding achievement. Her school, Darb Al Eklas, also received USD 10,000 in financial support from Toyota Motor Corporation in appreciation of its role in supporting her educational journey. The funding will be used to support educational activities and improve the school’s learning environment.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Takami expressed Toyota Libya’s pride in Hala’s accomplishment and thanked her family, school principal, and teachers for their encouragement and support. The school principal also expressed appreciation to Toyota Motor Corporation and Toyota Libya, highlighting the contest’s role in inspiring students, developing their creativity, and encouraging them to pursue their dreams.
The ceremony included the presentation of awards, speeches from distinguished guests, Hala, and her school representative, followed by commemorative photographs.
Through the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest, Toyota Motor Corporation continues to inspire children worldwide to imagine the future of mobility through creativity and innovation.
Inspired by Hala’s remarkable achievement, Toyota Libya invites all young artists across Libya to participate in the 20th Toyota Dream Car Art Contest, launching on 20 October 2026. Encourage your children to unleash their imagination and bring their dream cars to life through art. Your child could be the next Global Grand Prize winner!
Toyota Libya congratulates Hala Mahmoud Hamuda, her family, and Darb Al Eklas School on this remarkable achievement, reflecting the talent and potential of Libya’s younger generation.
