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Bahrain News Gazette
23-02-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Inaugurates Fourth INJAZ Bahrain Youth Festival
Manama: Her Highness Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairperson of INJAZ Bahrain, inaugurated the fourth edition of the INJAZ Bahrain Youth Festival at Marassi Galleria, attended by Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, and more than 10,000 visitors. The festival featured a marketplace showcasing local products and services developed by young Bahraini entrepreneurs from various schools and universities. According to Bahrain News Agency, the festival, held on February 20-21, commenced with the Company Programme qualifiers, where participating student companies were assessed. On the second day, Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa formally launched the event alongside officials, including Minister of Youth Affairs Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Shaikha Hessa bint Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and INJAZ Bahrain Board Members. More than 800 students participated in the festival, showcasing 73 student-led companies, including 25 from universities and 48 from high schools. Supported by Tamkeen as a strategic partner and hosted by Marassi Galleria, the event underscored Bahrain's entrepreneurial spirit. A panel of judges assessed the student companies on the opening day, nominating the top teams for INJAZ Bahrain's National Competition in April. The judges included Buthaina Amin (Bapco Refining), Latifa Mutaywea (Brinc), Sara Adel (Tamkeen), and Yasser Abdulaziz for the secondary school category, while Eyad Ebrahim (National Bank of Bahrain), Faten Mattar (Mattar Jewellers), Manaf Al Muhandis (Al Salam Bank), and Safa Sharif (WSI Consulting) evaluated university teams. The first day featured a traditional Liwa performance, followed by student evaluations, an oud recital by Mansoor Faisal, and a performance by Abyooki and the Kushari band. The second day included a qanoon performance, stage activities, and concluded with a musical performance by the Mohammed Bin Faris Band. Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa described the festival as a celebration of youth creativity and entrepreneurship, reinforcing INJAZ Bahrain's 20-year commitment to empowering young minds. She expressed appreciation for Tamkeen's strategic partnership and Marassi Galleria's support in providing a platform for young entrepreneurs. Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, commended INJAZ Bahrain for fostering youth innovation and entrepreneurship, aligning with Bahrain's vision to empower future leaders. She highlighted INJAZ Bahrain's efforts in equipping young people with essential skills and high-quality programmes that prepare them for active participation in national development. Since its establishment in 2005 as part of Junior Achievement Worldwide, INJAZ Bahrain has equipped young people with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in the global economy. Guided by its core values of youth potential, hands-on learning, integrity, and collaboration, the organisation, under the leadership of Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, has impacted more than 680,000 students over 18 years, supported by over 11,000 volunteers, 290 schools, and 15 universities.
Daily Tribune
23-02-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
INJAZ Bahrain Youth Festival Inaugurated by Her Highness Shaikha Hessa
Email : Her Highness Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairperson of INJAZ Bahrain, officially inaugurated the fourth edition of the INJAZ Bahrain Youth Festival on Friday at Marassi Galleria. The event, attended by Her Excellency Rawan bint Najib Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, drew a crowd of over 10,000 visitors. The festival featured a vibrant market where young Bahraini entrepreneurs from various schools and universities showcased their innovative local products and services.
Biz Bahrain
23-02-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Her Highness Sheikha Hessa Bint Khalifa Al Khalifa Inaugurates INJAZ Bahrain's Fourth Youth Festival
In celebration of youth empowerment and innovation, INJAZ Bahrain hosted the fourth edition of the INJAZ Bahrain Youth Festival at Marassi Galleria, under the patronage of H.H. Sh. Hessa Bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, INJAZ Bahrain Chairperson. The annual INJAZ Bahrain Youth Festival, held at Marassi Galleria, was attended by Her Excellency Mrs. Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, and welcomed over 10,000 visitors, featured a vibrant market showcasing local products and services created by young Bahraini entrepreneurs from various schools and universities, offering visitors an engaging and family-friendly experience. Held on February 20-21, 2025, the festival kicked off with the Company Program qualifiers Round, where all participating student companies were assessed. On the second day, the festival was officially inaugurated by Her Highness Sheikha Hessa Bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, INJAZ Bahrain Chairperson, accompanied by VIPs, including the Minister of Youth Affairs, H.E. Ms. Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfeeqi, H.H Sh. Hessa bint Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa and INJAZ Bahrain Board Members. With over 800 students participating, the festival showcased 73 student companies, comprising 25 from universities and 48 from high schools. Supported by a strategic sponsorship from Tamkeen and with the support of Marassi Galleria, the festival showcased the entrepreneurial spirit embodied by Bahrain's youth. A distinguished panel of judges evaluated student companies during the first day, including Ms. Buthaina Amin from Bapco Refining, Ms. Latifa Mutaywea from Brinc, Ms. Sara Adel from Tamkeen and Mr. Yasser Abdulaziz for the High School Track, and Mr. Eyad Ebrahim from National Bank of Bahrain, Ms. Faten Mattar from MATTAR, Mr. Manaf AlMuhandes from Al Salam Bank and Mr. Safa Sharif from WSI Consulting for the University Track assessing and nominating outstanding company ideas for INJAZ Bahrain's National Competition scheduled for April. The first day featured a traditional performance (Lewa), followed by student assessments, a oud performance by Mansoor Faisal, and a closing act by Abyooki and the Kushari band. On the second day, the festival's inauguration was marked by a qanoon performance, along with various stage activities, and a grand closing by Mohammed Bin Faris Musical Band. Her Highness Sheikha Hessa Bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, INJAZ Bahrain Chairperson stated: 'INJAZ Bahrain Youth Festival is a celebration of the boundless creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Bahrain's youth. As we mark 20 years of empowering young minds, events like these remain a vital platform for innovation and leadership, shaping the future of our nation. I am proud to witness the realization of their visions and look forward to the positive impact their ideas will have in driving Bahrain's success on the global stage. We extend our sincere gratitude to our strategic partner, Tamkeen, for their continuous support, which has been a keystone of this event's success. We also thank Marassi Galleria for hosting this exceptional event and providing an inspiring environment for young entrepreneurs to showcase their talents and innovations.' Her Excellency the Minister of Youth Affairs stated that 'INJAZ Bahrain serves as an exemplary model in supporting youth creativity, enhancing the innovation environment, and promoting entrepreneurship, aligning with the Kingdom's vision to empower youth as future leaders. She highlighted that INJAZ Bahrain's diligent efforts in skill development and providing high-quality programs that refine youth capabilities directly contribute to preparing a creative generation capable of achieving their aspirations and actively contributing to development. Her Excellency affirmed the Ministry's full support for these initiatives, which constitute the cornerstone of youth empowerment, showcasing their ideas and visions across various fields.' Since its establishment in 2005 as part of Junior Achievement Worldwide, INJAZ Bahrain has remained committed to equipping young people with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in the global economy. Guided by core values that emphasize the boundless potential of youth, hands-on learning, integrity, and collaboration, INJAZ Bahrain, under the leadership of H.H. Shaikha Hessa Bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, has impacted over 680,000 students over the past 18 years with the support of more than 11,000 volunteers, 290 schools, and 15 universities. For more information about INJAZ Bahrain and the Youth Festival, please visit
