Sheikha Hanadi bint Nasser Al Thani delivering the keynote remarks.
Doha, Qatar: Under the esteemed patronage of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, INJAZ Qatar, a non-profit organization and a member of Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, hosted the highly anticipated Mubadara 2026 Awards Ceremony, the annual Young Enterprise of the Year Competition.
The 19th edition of the Mubadara Awards took place on May 3rd at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), bringing together a vibrant community of students and industry leaders to celebrate the most promising youth-led business ventures in Qatar.
In her keynote remarks, Sheikha Hanadi bint Nasser Al Thani, Chair of INJAZ Qatar and INJAZ Al-Arab, stated: “Mubadara continues to demonstrate the incredible potential of Qatar’s youth to innovate, lead, and create meaningful impact. This year’s cohort has shown not only strong entrepreneurial thinking, but also a deep awareness of the challenges and opportunities shaping our future. At INJAZ, we remain committed to equipping young people with the skills, mindset, and confidence needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving global economy and to contribute to Qatar’s sustainable development.”
"At ExxonMobil Qatar, we see empowering young people with STEM and entrepreneurial skills as key to building a knowledge-based economy. By supporting INJAZ Qatar’s Mubadara program, we show our commitment to investing in youth turning their ideas into tangible results,” said Rashid Al-Hajri, Vice President and Manager of Government and Public Affairs at ExxonMobil Qatar.
Commenting on this, Dr. Fatima Abdulla Al-Suwaidi, QNB Group Chief Risk Officer, said: “QNB is proud to support initiatives such as Mubadara, which play a critical role in shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs in Qatar. By empowering young talent with the skills, mindset, and platforms to innovate, we are contributing to the development of a knowledge-based economy aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030. This partnership reflects our continued commitment to advancing education, fostering innovation, and enabling future-ready talent to drive sustainable growth across the country and the region. “
