Capital Governor: Youth Are the Nation's Wealth and Fundamental Pillar for Future Development

Kuwait’s Capital Governor, Sheikh Abdullah Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah, affirmed that the national forum “Kafou 2026” embodies the journey of the State of Kuwait, marked by resilience in the face of challenges, the transition toward construction and development, and the anticipation of the future. He emphasized the importance of continuing this journey through the determination of its youth and their contributions across various fields.

This statement came during the launch of the “Kafou 2026” forum, under the theme “From Resilience to Development: Kuwaiti Youth Shaping the Future,” as part of the Kuwait Youth and Sports Season, at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre.

He added that while previous generations wrote the most beautiful examples of resilience and sacrifice in defense of Kuwait, safeguarding its security and stability, today’s youth bear the responsibility of completing this national journey by arming themselves with knowledge, learning, and creativity, and transforming aspirations into achievements that contribute to the nation’s elevation and progress.

The Governor praised the national role played by the “Kafou” platform in highlighting national talents, nurturing youth potential, supporting their skills, and providing opportunities for their active participation in community development. He stressed the importance of integrating efforts among various entities to empower youth and enhance their role in the journey of construction and development.

For her part, Fatima Al-Mousawi, CEO of the “Kafou” platform, affirmed that the platform was launched based on an idea aimed at empowering youth and providing them with opportunities to showcase their potential and creative talents, believing in their capacity for excellence and active contribution to community development.

Al-Mousawi stated that the “Kafou” platform is committed to continuously discovering youth talents, nurturing and supporting creative initiatives, and providing a suitable environment that enables young people to transform their ideas and aspirations into tangible achievements.

She added that the progress and success achieved by the platform were the result of the support and patronage it received from the Diwan Amir since its inception, which helped transform the idea into an effective platform for supporting young national talents and highlighting their creativity in various fields.

She expressed her pleasure at the presence of officials and success partners from both the public and private sectors, emphasizing the importance of continuing cooperation and partnership among various entities to support youth initiatives and expand the horizons of opportunities available to Kuwaiti youth.

For his part, Dr. Badr Al-Saif, a history professor at Kuwait University, delivered the keynote speech at the forum, stating that the “Kafou” platform was launched from a national idea aimed at providing a broader space for Kuwaiti youth to express their aspirations and ambitions and to participate actively in shaping their country’s future.

Al-Saif recalled the platform’s early beginnings when he participated with a group of colleagues in developing an idea aimed at empowering youth, amplifying their voices, and providing them with opportunities to contribute to the journey of construction and development.

He added that the idea behind the “Kafou” platform stemmed from a fundamental question about how to listen to Kuwaiti youth and give them a genuine role in shaping their country’s future. He affirmed that belief in the capabilities and potential of youth was the primary motivation behind launching this initiative, expressing his satisfaction with the progress and growth the platform has achieved since its inception, evolving into a national space that brings together national talents and young skills, providing them with opportunities for communication, participation, and creativity that serve Kuwait and the future of its coming generations.