Biography

Mohammad Yonass Mohmand was born in Kandahar, Afghanistan. He grew up in Kandahar, completed high school there, and pursued university education in Nangarhar and Kabul.

Starting with import-export at age 23, he expanded his business internationally to Singapore. In 2002, he launched Shadab Zafar Development Company, which introduced Afghanistan's first private residential housing town in Kabul.

Over time, he diversified into construction, transportation, healthcare, agriculture, wholesale markets, and education. He also served as Vice Chairman and Acting Chairman of Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) and held roles in SAARC CCI and Pak-Afghan Chamber of Commerce.

His service and achievements earned him national honors, including the Ghazi Mir Masjidi Khan Presidential Medal and awards from the Ministry of Education, Parliament, and others.

Career Timeline

A journey of entrepreneurship and nation building

2025

Established Afghanistan Business and Investment Foundation (ABIF)

New platform for business development and investment

2020-2025

First Vice Chairman & Acting Chairman of ACCI

Led international delegations and trade missions

2013-2020

Vice Chairman of SAARC CCI & Pak-Afghan Chamber

Regional trade and commerce leadership

2013

Launched Kandahar Fresh Produce Market & Cold Storage

Created 7,000+ jobs in the region

2011

Elected Vice Chairman of ACCI

Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment

2010

Founded Mohmand Hospital

Started with 20 beds, expanded to 200 beds capacity

2010

Founded Wazir Mohammad Gul Khan Mohmand High School

Established free education institution

2007

Business Diversification

Expanded into construction, transport, healthcare, education, and agriculture

2002

Founded Shadab Zafar Development Company

Introduced Afghanistan's first private residential housing town in Kabul

1996

Launched Import-Export Business

Started international trade operations at age 23

1993

Involvement with Kandahar Chamber of Commerce

Began engagement with commercial institutions

Awards & Honors

Recognition for exceptional service and contribution

Highest civilian honor awarded for exceptional service to national development

Ghazi Mir Masjidi Khan Presidential Medal

Highest civilian honor for national service

Recognized for outstanding contributions to education through establishment of free schools

Ministry of Education Award

For contributions to national education

Honored for exceptional service to commerce and economic development

Parliament Recognition Award

For exceptional parliamentary service

Recognized for exemplary leadership as Vice Chairman and Acting Chairman of ACCI

ACCI Leadership Award

For exemplary chamber leadership

Awarded for innovative business practices and creating thousands of jobs

Business Excellence Award

For innovative business leadership

Vision & Values

Motivation

Building a stronger, self-reliant Afghanistan through sustainable economic development and community empowerment. Creating opportunities that uplift communities and foster national pride.

Core Values

Integrity in all dealings, Innovation in approach, Community Service as a responsibility, and Resilience in overcoming challenges. These values guide every decision and action.

Purpose

To empower communities, create economic opportunities, and serve future generations through responsible leadership and entrepreneurship that leaves a lasting positive impact.

Philosophy

Responsible entrepreneurship as a force for sustainable change, where business success is measured not just by profit, but by positive impact on society and future generations.

Mohammad Yonass Mohmand