Abu dhabi: The Middle East and North Africa Stevie Awards have announced the opening of entries for the 7th edition, 2026, effective today until 21st January 2026. The award, sponsored by Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, includes more than 150 categories and invites nominations in both Arabic and English for Gold, Silver, or Bronze awards.

According to Emirates News Agency, the award targets governmental and private institutions, as well as individuals, across 18 countries, including Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, Trkiye, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. Participants can register for more than one category.

The organisers stated that all eligible entries will be assessed by specialised judging panels according to the highest international standards, immediately after the closing date, from 21st January to 16th April, 2026. Winners will be honoured at the awards ceremony on 14th May 2026 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Istanbul, Trkiye.

Organisers noted that this edition of the award will introduce new categories, including Innovation in Artificial Intelligence, which recognises achievements in the AI field, and Awards for Innovators in the Public Sector. Additional categories have been added in sustainability, marketing, human resources, and business sector excellence.

They added that the award’s website and entry registration system now have a new look, making the process easier for participants. The registration system supports over 30 languages with automatic translation during judging and offers new payment options to facilitate global participation. Registration and the award manual are available on the website: https://MENA.StevieAwards.com.