Finance World Magazine’s UAE Realty Awards 2025 took center stage at Sofitel Dubai The Palm, celebrating trailblazers in the country’s dynamic property and finance sectors. The event, hosted by Wasaya Investments and powered by iFund Factoring, brought together government officials, developers, and industry leaders for a night of recognition and inspiration.
The event paid tribute to both rising stars and industry giants, with standout awards including:
- Female Real Estate Leader of the Year: Amira Sajwani
- Young Achiever: Muhammad Binghatti
- Real Estate CEO: Imran Farooq (Samana Developers)
- Rising Entrepreneur: Calum White (White & Co.)
- Developer of the Year: Wasl Asset Management Group
- Landmark Development: Palm Jebel Ali by Nakheel
- Master Developer: Damac Group
Tribute to a Real Estate Legend
One of the most emotional moments of the evening was the Lifetime Achievement Award presented to Hussain Sajwani, founder of DAMAC Group, recognizing his unmatched contributions to the UAE’s property market.
A Night of Culture, Networking & Celebration
Entertainment highlights included international flutist Liss, a powerful African drumming performance, and a mind-bending show by Emirati mentalist Moein Al Bastaki. The event venue glowed with elegant décor and was a hotspot for industry networking.
As the UAE continues to lead the region in real estate innovation, awards like these recognize the visionaries building the cities of tomorrow. The event spotlighted resilience, creativity, and ambition as defining traits of the property sector’s continued success.
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