Manama:Shaikh Khalid bin Humood bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Governor of the Capital Governorate, attended the closing ceremony of the iSHAPE Programme, an initiative under the "Manama, Capital of Arab Youth Entrepreneurs 2026." This programme, organized by The Budaiya Hub, Bahrain's representative in the Global Shapers Community, took place at the HQ co-working space in Seef Mall.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Shaikh Khalid bin Humood emphasized the Governorate's dedication to supporting initiatives that empower youth and enhance their skills, particularly in innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. He highlighted the need to create environments that allow young individuals to transform their ideas into practical projects, refine their skills, and gain experience to bolster their role in the comprehensive development process.
The Governor stressed that investing in young people's potential is crucial for building a more innovative and sustainable future. He pointed out the importance of encouraging youth to devise innovative solutions to societal challenges and providing opportunities for them to transform entrepreneurial ideas into impactful projects.
Shaikh Khalid praised the variety of projects and creative ideas presented, noting their alignment with community needs. He acknowledged the participants' ability to use their skills in developing promising entrepreneurial projects and remarked on the added value of direct engagement with beneficiary groups and field-testing solutions, which enhances the relevance and effectiveness of the projects.
During the event, participants showcased their entrepreneurial projects to a judging panel and entrepreneurship enthusiasts. They presented the results of three weeks of work, during which they tackled real-world challenges and developed practical solutions, tested in collaboration with target groups to assess and refine their effectiveness.
At the conclusion, the Capital Governor honored the winning teams and presented certificates to all participants, recognizing their efforts and the innovative projects and entrepreneurial ideas they brought forward.