September 16, 2026 Awards
The winners of the 25th Arab Media Awards were announced yesterday during the opening day of the Arab Media Summit.
Organised by Dubai Press Club, the ceremony was attended by Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and Chairperson of the Arab Media Summit Organising Committee, along with a number of senior officials.
Media Personality of the Year went to Walid Abdul Latif Al-Nusif, Editor-in-Chief of Al Qabas newspaper in Kuwait for his decades-long contribution to journalism and commitment to professionalism.
Best Columnist was presented to Iraqi journalist and novelist Inaam Kachachi in recognition of her distinguished career and ability to combine journalistic rigour, human insight and a compelling literary style.
Winners in the TV/Visual Media category were:
Best Economic Programme: Taht Al Daw (Under the Spotlight) - CNBC Arabia
Best Social Programme: Al Soura (The Image) - Al Nahar TV
Best Cultural Programme: Hadith Al Arab (Arab Conversations) - Sky News Arabia
Best Sports Programme: Malaabna (Our Stadium) - Al Mashhad
Best Documentary: Maps of Thirst - Sky News Arabia
Winners in the Arab Journalism category were:
Political Journalism: Dr. Ayman Samir of Al Khaleej for his article, “Could World War III Break Out?”
Economic Journalism: Malek El Kaakour of Asharq Al Awsat for his article, “The AI Tsunami Sweeping Millions into Unemployment”.
Investigative Reporting: Adnan Al Gharbi of Al Bayan for his investigation, “Stimulants and Hormones in Sports Supplements: A Silent Threat to Youth”.
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, congratulated the winners, praising their achievements and commitment to professional and responsible journalism.
“The Arab Media Award has established its role in advancing professional and creative standards, and has been an integral part of Dubai’s journey as a regional and global media hub,” he said. “The Award will continue to inspire higher standards of professional competition and contribute to building a more innovative, impactful Arab media sector that is ready for the future.”
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