Five-member team advances steadily on Mount Kilimanjaro in a test of endurance and teamwork

TDT | Manama

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A team of young Bahraini adventurers is making steady progress towards the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, aiming to raise the Kingdom’s flag atop Africa’s highest mountain.

Organised by the Bahrain Youth Hostels Society, the expedition departed Bahrain earlier this week and began the mountain ascent about two days ago. The team is led by Saeeda Al Jowder and includes Yousif Fakhro, Salman Rafiee, Haifa Abdulla, and Janan Ebrahim.

The multi-day expedition presents a demanding test of endurance, requiring physical fitness, mental resilience and discipline as climbers navigate changing weather conditions and challenging terrain on their journey to the 5,895-metre summit.

The team hopes to raise Bahrain’s national flag at the peak, marking a symbolic achievement that reflects the ambition and determination of the Kingdom’s youth.

The expedition is held under the patronage of Bahrain’s Youth Affairs Ministry as part of initiatives designed to empower young Bahrainis through international adventures and outdoor experiences. Organisers say such programmes help develop leadership, self-reliance, teamwork and cross-cultural understanding.

According to the latest updates, the team has successfully completed the advanced stages of the climb and remains on schedule as it continues its ascent towards the summit. If successful, the expedition will add another milestone to Bahrain’s growing record of youth achievements on the international stage.