Ghanim Al-Muftah
Ghanim Muhammad Al-Muftah (Arabic: غانم محمد المفتاح, romanized: Ghānim Muḥammad al-Muftāḥ, born 5 May 2002) is a Qatari YouTube streamer and philanthropist with caudal regression syndrome. In 2017, he was Qatar's youngest entrepreneur at 15.[1]
Biography
[edit]Ghanim Muhammad Al-Muftah was born in Doha, Qatar on 5 May 2002,[2] with caudal Regression Syndrome, a disease that affects the development of the lower spine. He has climbed Jebel Shams.[1] He has a twin brother called Ahmed. Despite his disability, he has become an active participant in Qatari society and an inspiration worldwide.
Career and 2022 World Cup
[edit]He was appointed an ambassador for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.[3] He headlined the opening ceremony alongside Morgan Freeman.[4][5]
Beyond his role in the World Cup, Ghanim Al-Muftah is a motivational speaker and entrepreneur dedicated to advocating for disability awareness and inclusion. He actively engages in various sports such as swimming, scuba diving, and hiking, showcasing that physical challenges are not barriers to achieving one’s ambitions. Through his public speaking engagements and social media presence, Al-Muftah continues to champion inclusivity, inspiring others by demonstrating that disabilities do not limit one’s potential.[6]
In April 2022, the Qatar World Cup Supreme Committee appointed Al-Muftah as an official ambassador for the tournament. He expressed his honor by stating, "It is a great honor for me to announce that I have been selected as an official ambassador for the FIFA World Cup 2022, and I look forward to sharing with you the enthusiasm and excitement on our way to the tournament".During the 2022 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony, Al-Muftah shared the stage with actor Morgan Freeman. He recited a verse from the Quran, emphasizing unity and diversity, marking the first time in World Cup history that the opening ceremony began with a Quranic recitation.[7][8]
Awards
[edit]- 2017: Young Entrepreneur, Takreem Foundation.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Ghanim Al Muftah: The boy who stole the show in WC opening ceremony alongside Morgan Freeman". The Business Standard. 2022-11-20. Retrieved 2022-11-20.
- ^ "فيديو | قصة غانم المفتاح الذي وُلد بنصف جسد وبات مصدراً عالمياً للإلهام | Goal.com". www.goal.com. Retrieved 2022-11-27.
- ^ Web Desk. "Fifa World Cup: Qatar welcomes football fans with Quran recitation, Morgan Freeman narration". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 2022-11-20.
- ^ "World Cup 2022 opening ceremony and Qatar's dour start – in pictures". The Guardian. 2022-11-20. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2022-11-20.
- ^ "Photos: Spectacular opening ceremony kicks off World Cup in Qatar". www.aljazeera.com. Retrieved 2022-11-20.
- ^ "World Cup 2022: Who is Ghanim al-Muftah, the man who shared the stage with Morgan Freeman?". Middle East Eye. Retrieved 2024-11-25.
- ^ Fatima, Sakina (2022-11-21). "Ghanim Al Muftah, Morgan Freeman's dialogue at FIFA World Cup opening sparks interaction". The Siasat Daily. Retrieved 2024-11-25.
- ^ "Qatar kicks off 2022 World Cup with message of inclusion - CBS News". www.cbsnews.com. 2022-11-20. Retrieved 2024-11-25.
- ^ Webneoo. "Takreem | A better image of the Arab world". www.takreem.net. Archived from the original on 2019-11-07. Retrieved 2022-11-20.
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