National powerlifter, meal-prep company founder win Berita Harian awards
BH and Maybank also introduced new awards for those who overcome socio-economic barriers.
Farhanna Farid, a national powerlifter and founder of a meal-prep company, was awarded the Berita Harian Achiever of the Year 2026 on November 6. Despite breaking multiple world records, she finds her pride in helping others achieve their personal bests. As a personal coach and executive committee member of Powerlifting Singapore, she leads marketing and sponsorship efforts.
Farhanna's dedication to elevating women in sports has inspired others, including one of her teammates who took up the sport after reading her interview.
Nabill Shukry Johary, an entrepreneur, won the Berita Harian Young Achiever of the Year 2026 award. At 26, he launched Cheekies, a business selling marinated, preservative-free meat, with just $1,000 in savings. Growing up in a public rental flat in Tampines, Nabill faced financial hardship, including his parents' business failing due to fraud and his father losing his job during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Despite these challenges, he persevered to build a thriving business and pledged $10,000 to start a bursary at his alma mater for struggling students.
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