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Qatari Ghanim Al-Muftah named among Forbes Middle East Digital Stars Under 30 by Instagram

Published: 04 Dec 2024 - 08:44 pm | Last Updated: 04 Dec 2024 - 08:49 pm
Image: g_almuftah / Instagram

Image: g_almuftah / Instagram

Mahmoud Elmazaty | The Peninsula Online

Doha: Qatari prominent motivational speaker and YouTube streamer, Ghanim Al-Muftah, has been named in the Forbes Middle East Digital Stars Under 30 by Instagram list.

His inclusion recognizes his impactful presence in the field of Diversity and Inclusion, with 7.3 million followers on his official Instagram account.

Al-Muftah gained global recognition after his appearance at the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, where he shared the stage with Hollywood star Morgan Freeman.

In January 2024, he was appointed a FIFA Ambassador, further solidifying his role as a global representative of Qatar’s values.

In addition to his digital influence, Al-Muftah has consistently demonstrated a commitment to humanitarian causes.

He visited injured Palestinians at Al Arish Hospital to show solidarity with the people of Gaza.

His influence also extends to global events, as he delivered a speech at the Summit of the Future 2024 in New York.

Al-Muftah expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the Forbes recognition in a post shared with his followers on Instagram.

“I am incredibly honored to be recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of the 30 Under 30 for 2024 in the category of Diversity and Inclusion.”

“This recognition means so much to me, as it reflects my commitment to promoting inclusivity, empowering youth, and inspiring others to embrace compassion and social responsibility,” he added.

Acknowledging the support that shaped his journey, he said: “My journey has been shaped by the support and love of my family, friends, and community, and I share this achievement with all of you.”

He concluded by thanking Forbes for encouraging “young changemakers” and amplifying their voices.

Forbes Middle East partnered with Meta Middle East to compile the list, celebrating individuals excelling in various fields, including fashion, music, food, TV, and film.

Joining Al-Muftah on the list are several other renowned digital stars from the region, including Asmaa Galal, Ahmed Dash, Abir El Saghir and Ahmed Malek.