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INJAZ UAE Names Student Entrepreneur Winners for 2026 Company Program

By 19Network Editorial Team · Jun 13, 2026 · 1 min read

INJAZ UAE Names Student Entrepreneur Winners for 2026 Company Program

Youth-led startups from UAE schools and universities received top honors for business innovation and operational excellence in the 2026 Company Program.

INJAZ UAE has announced the winners of its 2026 Company Program Competition, concluding a nationwide initiative designed to cultivate business literacy among the Emirates’ youth. The event recognized student-led startups across high school and university levels for their commercial viability and operational strategy. Award Categories and Evaluation Participating teams were assessed on financial performance, product innovation, and social impact. The competition awarded honors in categories including "Company of the Year," "Best Social Impact," and "Best Marketing Plan." Each student group was required to demonstrate a complete business cycle, including initial capital raising, product development, and final liquidation. Scaling Local Talent The program acts as a practical incubator where students manage business challenges under the guidance of private sector mentors. By simulating real-world market conditions, the competition aims to prepare UAE nationals for roles in the private sector and the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem. Winners from the national round often represent the UAE at the regional INJAZ Al-Arab competition, which brings together student entrepreneurs from…