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Zain and INJAZ: 20 years of investing in future leaders

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KUWAIT: Zain has honored the students who won the Best Innovative Product award in the high school and university categories, as well as the Sustainability Heroes award in collaboration with Nestlé, during the closing ceremony of the 2025 edition of the INJAZ Company Program Competition. Zain supports this competition annually in collaboration with INJAZ Kuwait to empower the next generation of Kuwaiti entrepreneurs.

The ceremony was held at the Cultural Center of the American University of the Middle East (AUM), joined by Hamad Al-Musaibeeh, Corporate Relations Department Manager at Zain Kuwait; Jaber Ashkanani, Business Development and Strategic Relations Manager at INJAZ Kuwait; and representatives of sponsors, supporters and partners.

Faisal Al-Duwaihees, Community Partnerships and Youth Empowerment Specialist at Zain Kuwait, joined the panel of judges, which included a group of entrepreneurs and executives from private sector institutions. The panel listened to the students’ final project presentations, after which the evaluation process was carried out and the winning teams in each category were selected based on a set of criteria.

Zain honored the two teams who won the Best Innovative Product award: the KeraChick team, winners of the university category, and the BlindSpot team, winners of the high school category, in recognition of their outstanding innovation within their startup companies in achieving the program’s objectives.

Zain also honored the KeraChick team for additionally winning the Sustainability Heroes award in collaboration with Nestlé. This came as part of the two companies’ recent cooperation with INJAZ Kuwait to empower Kuwaiti youth to excel in entrepreneurship, with a focus on tackling social and environmental challenges to create a sustainable future.

Zain’s participation falls under its long-standing strategic partnership with INJAZ Kuwait, a relationship that has spanned 20 years since the organization’s founding in 2005. Throughout this partnership, Zain has consistently supported and sponsored various academic and training programs organized by INJAZ to invest in the potential and creativity of Kuwaiti youth, helping them pursue their ambitions, realize their dreams in the world of entrepreneurship, and refine their skills to succeed in the job market.

The annual Company Program Competition aims to empower university and high school students to practice establishing and managing their own startups. This year, 200 students participated, forming 29 teams from various universities and schools. Throughout the competition, volunteers with expertise and competence from different private sector institutions in Kuwait trained the participating students on essential business skills.

The skills taught include developing and translating project ideas into reality, conducting feasibility studies, selling shares, managing teams and human resources, creating business plans, producing and selling services and products, among other key competencies. Through its strategic partnership with INJAZ, Zain seeks to educate and support youth who are passionate about developing their ideas and projects according to international standards. This is achieved through a series of training programs organized throughout the year, including the Company Program Competition, as Zain continuously strives to provide a stimulating environment for the talents and creativity of young people in Kuwait.

INJAZ Kuwait is a non-governmental, non-profit organization aimed at developing the capabilities of young people in Kuwait to succeed within the global economy. It delivers training courses focused on business management, specifically in the areas of entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy. INJAZ Kuwait is a member of Junior Achievement Worldwide and has trained over 150,000 students from more than 200 public and private sector schools and universities, with the support of over 7,000 volunteers.

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Iran Embassy opens condolence book to honor victims of Zionist aggression

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KUWAIT: The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Kuwait opened a condolence book, on Monday, to honor the victims of the recent aggression against Iran. The event was attended by officials, ambassadors, and media. Iranian Ambassador to Kuwait Mohammad Toutounchi expressed his appreciation for the positions of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, especially Kuwait, regarding the recent events, noting that Kuwait’s Foreign Minister had called his Iranian counterpart in a gesture that reflects the strength of bilateral relations, describing the presence of ambassadors at the embassy as “Noteworthy and Positive.”

The ambassador said in a statement that his country endured twelve days of intense aggression by the Zionist entity, joined by the United States in the final two days, explaining that Iran faced simultaneous attacks from countries equipped with nuclear capabilities and advanced technology, backed by NATO. He emphasized that the planners of this aggression had expected Iran to collapse within days. However, “The unity of the Iranian people inside and outside the country formed a formidable barrier.” He added that US intervention came only after ten days of failed efforts to achieve any ground breakthrough.

Toutounchi revealed that the number of victims exceeded 620 martyrs, with more than 5,356 wounded, including 13 children and 43 women, some of whom were pregnant, adding “Seven hospitals, six health centers, and dozens of ambulances were destroyed. These martyrs cannot be replaced whether they were children, military leaders, or academics, calling for the Zionist entity and the United States to be held accountable before international bodies to prevent such crimes from recurring.

Regarding Iran’s nuclear program, the ambassador reiterated Iran’s commitment to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), pointing out that the country’s nuclear program, which represents less than 3 percent of global peaceful nuclear activities, has undergone over 23 percent of international inspections. He argued that this high inspection rate indicates no deviation toward military objectives.

He disclosed that Iran had recently agreed to five rounds of indirect negotiations aimed at reviving the diplomatic track and ensuring the peaceful nature of its nuclear program. He also stressed that Iran’s response against US military and intelligence bases in Qatar was a legitimate act of self-defense and was not directed at any neighboring countries, affirming Iran’s full respect for their sovereignty. He noted that Iran had communicated with Qatari leadership to clarify its position, stating that military bases in neighboring countries used by US forces cannot be considered safe havens for launching attacks.

Meanwhile, the Iraqi Ambassador to Kuwait Al-Manhal Al-Safi expressed his deep gratitude to Kuwait’s leadership, government, and people for facilitating the return of over 3,000 stranded Iraqi citizens by issuing more than 3,500 transit visas in just 12 days. The Iraqi ambassador affirmed his country’s full solidarity with Iran and condemned the aggression, revealing that Zionist aircraft had breached Iraqi airspace, prompting Baghdad to file an official complaint with the UN Security Council.

In the same context, the Sudanese Ambassador to Kuwait Awadal-Karim Al-Rayah Balla offered his condolences to Iran, describing the incident as “A blatant and unacceptable attack.” He called for regional unity to confront shared challenges, emphasizing that the targeting of Iran threatens all free peoples in the region. He urged a joint response to protect stability and to revive the Palestinian cause as a priority. The Sudanese envoy also pointed to the double standards in the international system, calling for crises to be addressed through international legitimacy rather than the imposition of forceful agendas.

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Exit permit now mandatory for expat workers

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KUWAIT: A decision mandating expatriates working in the private sector to obtain an exit permit with the prior approval of their employers comes into effect on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Employees need to apply through the Sahel app or the Public Authority of Manpower’s website. The employer must then approve the request online before the authority issues the permit. The decision applies to private sector employees who have residency under article 18. Those who have article 19 residency – self-sponsored – are not required to obtain the exit permit.

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410 students benefit from Educational Care Bank project

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KUWAIT: Al-Safa Charitable Society announced that 410 students across various educational stages have benefited from the Educational Care Bank project for the 2024-2025 academic year. The initiative, implemented in collaboration with the General Secretariat of Endowments, provided a total of KD 100,000 (approximately $330,000) in educational support within Kuwait. Chairman of Al-Safa’s Board of Directors Mohammad Al-Shaya said in a press statement on Monday that the project reflects a shared commitment to supporting future generations by creating an educational environment free from financial obstacles. He emphasized that the initiative also aims to alleviate the financial burden faced by low-income families amid ongoing economic challenges.

Al-Shaya praised the General Secretariat of Endowments for its continued sponsorship of impactful and innovative projects that serve the community, particularly those focused on education. He noted that the Secretariat’s support for this program underscores its strong belief in education as a cornerstone for societal advancement and sustainable development. He added that Al-Safa Charitable Society, through this partnership, seeks to nurture a knowledgeable and responsible generation capable of contributing meaningfully to national development. The project, he explained, targets students who face difficulty in paying tuition fees, reaffirming the association’s belief in the right to education for all—without discrimination or financial barriers. — KUNA

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