A Closer Look: How Mahzooz has changed the lives of winners all over the world


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A Closer Look is The National's show where we take an in-depth look at one of the main stories of the week.

Mahzooz is a name unfamiliar in many parts of the world but here, in the UAE, it is a life-changing initiative that encourages charity and offers a potential cash prize for the lucky few.

Stories from winners vary from pre-wedding windfalls to generous gifts to family members in need.

Here, host Sarah Forster is joined in the studio by The National's Nick Webster to discuss how this initiative has changed the lives of so many in the Emirates.

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Former UK hairdresser is first woman to win Dh10m Mahzooz prize draw

Indian mechanical engineer scoops Dh20m Mahzooz prize

  • Baranidaran Cannapane has used his Dh1 million winnings wisely
    Baranidaran Cannapane has used his Dh1 million winnings wisely
  • Antonio Yat couldn’t believe his luck when he matched five of six numbers in the Mahzooz draw, bagging him a hefty Dh1million.
    Antonio Yat couldn’t believe his luck when he matched five of six numbers in the Mahzooz draw, bagging him a hefty Dh1million.
  • Wei Wei started 2021 with a bang after bagging Dh2 million on the Mahzooz draw. Photo by Mahzooz
    Wei Wei started 2021 with a bang after bagging Dh2 million on the Mahzooz draw. Photo by Mahzooz
Updated: March 06, 2024, 8:23 AM
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