Riyadh: Al Majalla has earned 13 international honours at the Society for News Design’s (SND) 46th Best of News Design Creative Competition, including a prestigious Bronze Medal.
The awards, judged by a global panel of 42 visual journalists, recognise the most outstanding journalism and design work published worldwide in 2024. Nearly 5,000 entries were submitted to the 46th annual creative competition, with Al Majalla’s work honoured alongside leading international titles such as The New York Times, Bloomberg, Reuters, and National Geographic.
Among the honours, Al Majalla received a Bronze Medal — a distinction awarded to visual storytelling that goes “beyond excellence,” demonstrating an elevated level of aesthetic execution, creativity, or degree of difficulty. The recognition was granted for a body of work centred on the specific topic of conflict in the Middle East.
“This achievement reflects our commitment to credible, in-depth journalism and to presenting it in a way that resonates with global audiences,” said Al Majalla Editor-in-Chief Ibrahim Hamidi. “This is just one step in our broader transformation journey — one that aims to centre thoughtful reporting, bold editorial choices, and design-led storytelling at the core of our work.”
In addition to the Bronze Medal, Al Majalla received 12 Awards of Excellence across categories, including page design, illustration, animation, and special topics such as elections and drug-related issues in the Arab world. These awards are reserved for work that pushes the boundaries of traditional media through daring, innovative storytelling.
“This is a recognition of the collaborative energy and bold thinking our team has brought to the table,” said Creative Director Sara Loane. “We’re reimagining how Arab journalism can look and feel — modern, intentional, and visually impactful.”
This is a standout moment that reflects not only creative excellence but also the momentum behind Al Majalla’s editorial evolution. It underscores Al Majalla’s place in SRMG’s wider digital evolution, where innovation and substance go hand in hand to redefine how journalism engages and endures.
