Manama: INJAZ Bahrain concluded its 17th annual Young Entrepreneurs Competition at Crowne Plaza Bahrain, showcasing over 1,000 students from secondary schools and universities. The event marked INJAZ Bahrain's 20th anniversary and featured 20 student companies competing in various challenges. According to Bahrain News Agency, five special awards were introduced, sponsored by leading Bahraini companies. This initiative aimed to recognize and encourage the innovative efforts of young entrepreneurs participating in the competition. The event also marked the launch of INJAZ Bahrain's Company Programme series and the closure of the second Entaliq programme in collaboration with NBB. Several prominent sponsors such as Alba, Tamkeen, Beyon, Bapco Energies, Basrec, bni, CrediMax, and NBB supported the competition. The winning teams from this competition will have the opportunity to represent Bahrain at the regional Young Entrepreneurs Competition in Egypt, scheduled for November.