Leading Qatari technology and smart services platform, Snoonu, has reinforced its commitment to nurturing local talent by participating in the Qatar Foundation Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Higher Education Summit 2025. The event gathered a distinguished group of university students, innovators, and entrepreneurs from across the nation to showcase and develop impactful projects.
A Strategic Partnership to Foster Innovation
Snoonu served as a strategic sponsor and partner for the summit, an event aimed at empowering young minds to shape the future through innovation and entrepreneurship. The summit provided a premier platform for students to present projects focused on creating sustainable and impactful solutions that contribute to the development of Qatari society and advance its knowledge-based economy.
From Local Idea to Regional Success
Hamad Mubarak Al-Hajri, Founder and CEO of Snoonu, shared his insights during an inspiring panel discussion alongside prominent speakers Dr. Abdulnasser Al-Tamimi and Haifa Al-Abdullah, in a session moderated by Sheikha Al-Marri.
Al-Hajri recounted Snoonu’s journey from an ambitious Qatari concept to one of the region’s most prominent tech success stories. He highlighted the critical importance of investing in youth and cultivating an ecosystem that nurtures innovative ideas.
“At Snoonu, we believe that empowering youth is an investment in Qatar’s future,” Al-Hajri stated. “Innovation is born not only from resources but from a belief in local capabilities and giving them the space to create and make a difference.”
Celebrating Emerging Innovators
At the conclusion of the summit, Snoonu extended its congratulations to the winning student projects: AIKO, 02GO, and Basira AI. These ventures were recognized for their practical ideas and creative vision, reflecting the advanced level of entrepreneurial thinking among Qatar’s students. Snoonu emphasized that all participating projects demonstrated a high degree of innovation.
This engagement is part of Snoonu’s broader strategy to support the national innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. As a homegrown Qatari company, Snoonu is dedicated to contributing to the Qatar National Vision 2030 by building a knowledge-driven economy and empowering local talent.
About Snoonu
Snoonu is a Qatari super-app providing a comprehensive suite of online services, including food and grocery delivery, online shopping, and third-party logistics for local businesses. Launched with the goal of becoming the leading all-in-one platform in Qatar, it has become a key player in the country’s digital economy and startup landscape.
Source: Al Arab
