Zainab Al Turabi boosts Bahraini women's presence in Arab sports events

Riyadh, May 10 (BNA): Zainab Al Turabi, Secretary-General of the Bahrain Esports Federation, has been elected Vice President of the Women and Equality Committee of the Arab Esports Federation. She is the first Bahraini woman to hold this position, marking a significant step in highlighting Bahraini women’s role in regional sports leadership.

The election took place during a federation meeting attended by representatives from across the Arab world. Hussain Al Kooheji is President of the Bahrain Esports Federation and Vice President of both the Arab and Gulf Esports Federations. He commended the achievement as a reflection of Bahrain’s commitment to empowering national talent. He also highlighted the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister; and His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee.

Al Kooheji expressed full confidence in Al Turabi’s ability to represent Bahrain and Arab women effectively, highlighting the federation’s support for her role and continued efforts to develop the esports sector and promote women’s participation.