22/11/2022
Meet Ghanim Al Muftah, the boy who shared the stage with Morgan Freeman at the FIFA 2022 opening ceremony
Mr. Ghanim Al Muftah is a twin brother who was born with Caudal Regression Syndrome, a rare disorder that impairs lower spine development. Doctors gave Ghanim very few chances of survival, but he has managed to live past the age of fifteen.
His story has amazed and inspired people all over the world by serving as a prominent and exceptional example for youth and disabled people. Ghanim owes much of his success to his parents, who have had an unwavering influence on his positive development by insisting that Ghanim live a normal life outside of the confines of his incapacity.
Ghanim receives expert surgical care in Europe on a yearly basis. He is Qatar's youngest entrepreneur, having founded Gharissa Ice Cream, which has six locations and employs 60 people. Ghanim wants to expand his company and open franchises throughout the Gulf region.
Ghanim aspires to be a future Paralympian. Despite his disabilities, Ghanim's favourite sports include swimming, scuba diving, football, hiking, and skateboarding. Ghanim used to play football at school while wearing shoes on his hands and chasing after the ball with his 'normal-sized' friends. Ghanim has astonishingly climbed Jebel Shams, the highest mountain peak in the entire Gulf region.
He has publicly stated his intention to climb Mount Everest, despite his fear. Al-Muftah, who has over 1 million Instagram followers, is currently studying Political Science at university with the goal of becoming a diplomat.