Company is deploying an AI-led shortlisting framework to assess entries
With an aim to recognize and celebrate emerging entrepreneurs, the initiative builds on the momentum of five successful years and continues to champion the future of the UAE’s MSME ecosystem by spotlighting innovation, resilience, and meaningful impact.
Over the last five editions, Tally MSME Honours has received more than 70,000 nominations globally, with over 20% of entries from women-led ventures, making it one of the biggest global platforms to celebrate MSMEs.
This year, Tally expects 20,000 nominations across categories. The honours will also bring forth MSME success stories from across India, Africa, Bangladesh, and Nepal, in addition to the Middle East.
Video entries
As part of this year’s edition, participants can submit video entries, ensuring representation from different emirates across the UAE. To further strengthen the evaluation process, Tally is also deploying an AI-led shortlisting framework that will help validate and assess entries more comprehensively by analyzing publicly available business information, ensuring deserving businesses receive due recognition for their impact and growth.
“Across the UAE and the wider MENA region, we continue to witness inspiring MSMEs building innovative businesses, creating employment, and contributing meaningfully to economic growth,” noted Vikas Panchal, General Manager–MENA, Tally Solutions.
Tally MSME Honours 2026 will feature the following award categories:
Business Maestro: Established businesses that have mastered the art of thriving and sustaining success.
Wonder Woman: Outstanding women-led businesses making a remarkable impact.
NewGen Icon: A new generation of business owners innovating and paving the way for exponential growth.
Tech Transformer: Businesses leveraging new technology to drive efficiency and scale.
E-preneur Icon: Purpose-driven businesses contributing meaningfully to society and the environment
The entries will be judged by an esteemed panel comprising experts from the field of technology, the MSME domain, and the media.
