Tribune News Network
Doha
The Ministry of Social Development and Family, represented by the Family Empowerment Department, has initiated a strategic cooperation with Snoonu, the leading electronic marketing company in Qatar, aiming to nurture local entrepreneurial endeavours. The launch event took place at The Ned Hotel on September 7.
This collaboration enables the ministry to partner with Snoonu, the leading Qatari online delivery application, renowned for its dedication to facilitating connections between businesses and customers in a convenient and efficient manner.
Through this partnership, Snoonu users will have the opportunity to explore and support local homegrown projects, such as local foods and crafts, as part of the ‘From the Homeland’ initiative. This initiative aims to bolster community spirit, promote the growth and prosperity of the Qatari economy, and nurture entrepreneurial endeavours.
This initiative enhances the sense of community, stimulates the growth and prosperity of the Qatari economy, and nurtures an entrepreneurial spirit. Furthermore, the ministry and Snoonu have outlined plans to provide specialised training and support programmes designed to equip these businesses with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the digital market. This productive cooperation underscores the shared vision of both institutions in their commitment to supporting local entrepreneurs and contributing to the growth and prosperity of the local economy.
Sheikha Sheikha bint Jassim Al Thani, assistant undersecretary for Family Affairs, commented, "This cooperation aims to elevate productive projects to the highest standards of modern e-marketing, aligning with other companies in marketing their products and aligning with the ministry’s strategic plan for 2030, which includes among its primary objectives the engagement of relevant authorities.”
Fatima Al Nuaimi, director of the Family Empowerment Department, expressed her appreciation for the valuable contributions of the project’s partners, including the Social and Sports Activities Support Fund, Nama Centre, and Snoonu Company, who have provided a range of resources to facilitate the project’s development.
Hamad Al-Hajri, founder and CEO of Snoonu, added, "We take great pride in our strategic partnership with the ministry, aimed at bolstering and empowering productive initiatives. This partnership underscores our commitment as a local company to the Qatari community.”
He further emphasised, "Our collective efforts will be directed towards forging opportunities for the prosperity and success of national productive projects, especially in the context of advancing technology and superior technical development. We aspire for Snoonu to become the largest platform for national productive initiatives. In the upcoming year, we anticipate the onboarding of 1,200 national production projects, contributing significantly to the local economy with an estimated annual value of QR480 million from national productive projects alone. This, in turn, will result in a surge of employment opportunities, estimated at around 1,500 new jobs for the local community.”
The Snoonu Company will play a pivotal role in bolstering productive projects by featuring and promoting them through the Snoonu application. Additionally, the Social and Sports Activities Support Fund has played a crucial part in this initiative by providing financial support to promote the products created by the owners of these projects. Furthermore, the Social Development Centre - Nama - has emerged as a key supporter of the ‘From the Homeland’ projects by offering development programmes and resources.
Snoonu stands as a local success story, aspiring to be the premier company in Qatar. Established in 2019 by Hamad bin Mubarak Al-Hajri, a businessman and startup expert with over two decades of experience in business innovation, the company seeks to transform the Qatari market. Snoonu’s mission revolves around providing fastest delivery services and the most extensive selection of markets.Their services encompass online shopping, including meals and groceries, along with third-party logistics support tailored for startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Qatar.
In November 2020, Snoonu introduced the ‘Snoonu Mart’ online store, operating around the clock, seven days a week. This platform offers a wide array of local products and places a strong emphasis on supporting merchants in Qatar.