In an inspiring triumph, 11-year-old Zahi Najmal from Habitat School Al Jurf, Ajman, UAE, has won the first prize in the Young Innovator Zahi Najmal Wins First Prize at International Digital Fest 2025 in Website/Web/Mobile Apps-Category 3 at the 5th International Digital Fest on May 10, 2025, at the University of Dubai. Cyber Square has confirmed his victory, celebrating his innovative project, UAE Students Connect, hosted on SchoolStudents.org. This achievement showcases Zahi’s remarkable creativity and dedication, marking him as a rising star in digital innovation.
A Journey of Passion In his acceptance speech, Zahi shared his journey with enthusiasm. “I’ve built projects like ZahiTech.com, but SchoolStudents.org is my proudest creation,” he said. A multiple Digital Fest winner, Zahi’s ambition soared beyond awards. “I wanted to transform students’ lives—that’s why I created this platform,” he explained, starting with a school alumni directory and expanding it across the UAE with global aspirations. “Thanks to my teachers and Habitat School Al Jurf for their support—join us at SchoolStudents.org!” he urged.
Standout Features of SchoolStudents.org Zahi highlighted key features:
- Connections: “Register on the website to join the directory, sorted by school, with verified profiles for safety,” he said.
- AI Mentor Chat: “Get career advice anytime with our AI mentor, powered by JotForm matching,” he added.
- Event Management: “Notion handles events and calendars—check the Calendar page for details,” he noted.
- Skill Hub: “Free courses in coding, design, and career prep are available in our library,” he shared.
- Safety: “Verified, private profiles with HTTPS and encryption ensure security,” he assured, noting its responsive design.
Technical Brilliance and Impact Zahi detailed the platform’s tech base: “Notion API manages events and directories, with elfsights for multilingual support.” This professional, responsive design likely wowed the judges. “It’s more than a site—it’s a space for UAE students and alumni to grow together,” he concluded, thanking Cyber Square, the judges, his teacher, and Habitat School Al Jurf.
A Role Model Emerges: Zahi’s confirmed win solidifies his role as a young innovator. Starting locally, he’s built SchoolStudents.org into a globally promising platform, blending tech and social good, key to his Category 3 success. Visit SchoolStudents.org to register and connect, and follow Zahi Najmal for more updates. Zahi’s story inspires, proving innovation knows no age limits.