bahrainthismonth.com | SEPTEMBER 2026 CONTENTS 11 NTSSEPTEMBER 2 26 The Countdown Is On! With more than 735 nominations received and 21 awards to be presented, the Woman of the Year Awards 2026 enters its next stage as Bahrain prepares to celebrate the winners on December 2. Coming Home to Celebrate Bahrain-born actress Jacqueline Fernandez will return to the Kingdom as Guest of Honour at the Woman of the Year Awards 2026, an event recognising women whose achievements are shaping Bahrain’s future. Dr. Hana Kanoo CEO of Bahrain Food Monitor and MENA Centre for Investment Dr. Hana Kanoo joins the 2026 Woman of the Year Awards jury, bringing extensive experience across the public and private sectors. Dr. Maryam Al Dhaen Dr. Maryam Al Dhaen, a Bahraini parliamentarian, researcher and specialist in media and international relations, joins the Woman of the Year Awards 2026 judging panel with considerable experience and expertise. IN HER SHOES In Her Shoes This month, we step into the world of Maroua Boulahris, Marketing Executive at Hilton Bahrain City Centre. 82 Dr. Najma Taqi Dr. Najma Taqi, President of Arab Open University in Bahrain and a Woman of the Year Awards 2026 jury member, discusses leadership, empowerment, education and recognising women’s achievements in the Kingdom. Sabah Almoayyed Sabah Almoayyed, a veteran Bahraini banking leader, investor and entrepreneur, joins the Woman of the Year Awards 2026 jury, bringing decades of experience championing women’s leadership, progress and innovation. Dr. Suzanne White Dr. Suzanne White, Managing Director of Gulf Oasis Consultancy and an ICEF and British Council accredited agent, joins the 2026 Woman of the Year Awards jury, bringing extensive international experience. Pearl House: Your Key to the Best of Modern Manama Amna Syed discovers how Pearl House combines contemporary comfort, waterfront living and effortless access to Manama’s leading dining, business and leisure destinations for every stay. Hola, Seef Amna Syed discovers a waterfront weekend at Barceló Bahrain. HOSPITALITY 52 72 76 WOTYA 2026 WOTYA 2026
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