Honouring Excellence. Celebrating Impact.
The Brew News Achievement Awards 2026 recognise outstanding individuals and organisations making an impact across a wide range of industries.
Know someone whose achievements deserve recognition? Put their name forward. Tell us about the nominee below.
Category Descriptions & Eligibility
Businessperson of the Year (Female/Male)
For those who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and success in business.
Entrepreneur of the Year (Female/Male)
For those who have founded or co-founded a successful and innovative business venture. The recipient must have demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurial skills and creativity, leading to notable business growth and financial success.
Young Achiever of the Year
For young achiever (under 30) who have shown outstanding success in their respective fields or area of expertise.
Outstanding Achievement in Real Estate
For professionals who have demonstrated excellence and innovation in the real estate sector.
Outstanding Contribution to Academic Excellence
For academicians who have contributed significantly to the field of education.
Outstanding Contribution in Arts, Culture and Literature
For those who have made remarkable contributions to arts, culture and literature.
RJ of the Year
For radio jockeys who have entertained and engaged audiences.
Philanthropist of the Year
For those whose charitable works have made a significant impact on society.
Excellence in Sports
For those athletes and sports professionals who have demonstrated exceptional performance, skill, and dedication in their respective sports, achieved notable milestones or contributed to the advancement of sports.
Excellence in Health and Wellness
For those who have made a significant contribution to the health, wellness, and fitness industry.
Excellence in Events/Public Relations
Those who have excelled in the fields of event management, public relations, and communications. This category honours those who have successfully organized events or crafted powerful PR campaigns
Sustainable Initiative of the Year
This award acknowledges companies that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to sustainability practices. The company must have a clear and visible plan to show its commitment to sustainability.
Outstanding Contribution to Entertainment
For entertainers, actors, and emcees who have made significant contributions to the entertainment industry, whether in film, television, music, performing arts, theatre, or other similar creative fields.
Restaurant of the Year
Established outlets that have successfully maintained brand recall and have continued to win patrons’ hearts with quality food, fabulous service, impressive ambience and innovative campaigns.
Start-up Entity of the Year
Judges will be looking for new companies (less than three years old) that have already demonstrated the ability to either develop a completely new market or stand out in an already crowded field. Key criteria will include innovation, marketing, recruitment and technology.
Favorite Fine Dining Restaurant
Restaurants offering avant-garde treatment and unique food experiences. Perfect for a formal & glam evening out.
Excellence in Technology
For innovators who have made a significant impact through technology and digital innovation.
Favorite Casual Dining Restaurant
The regular haunts for quick daily lunches and dinners, offering food that is delicious, comforting and is easy on the pocket.
Jewelry Designer of the Year
Celebrating visionary designers who have excelled in creating exceptional and innovative jewellery collections.
Terms & Conditions
- Entries are open to individuals aged 18 years and above.
- All entrants must be based within the GCC.
- Nominees must meet the eligibility criteria specified for their selected category/categories.
- All nominations must be submitted within the specified nomination period.
- Nominees must provide accurate, factual and complete information, with particular emphasis on their achievements and supporting credentials.
- Each nominee may participate in a maximum of two categories.
- The Brew Media reserves the right to make the final decision regarding eligibility, selection and participation.
