Kazakh travel blogger Dastan Mukhamedrakhim received an award at the World Influencers and Bloggers Awards 2026, QazMonitor reports.
Mukhamedrakhim became the first travel blogger from Kazakhstan to be recognized at the international awards ceremony.
Founded in 2019, the World Influencers and Bloggers Awards (WIBA) honor bloggers and influencers for their contribution to the digital sphere. The ceremony is held annually during the Cannes Film Festival and brings together nominees from the United Kingdom, the United States, Brazil, France, Italy, India, China, the United Arab Emirates, Lebanon, Ukraine, and other countries. Award categories include Best Travel Blogger, Best Lifestyle Influencer, and Best Food Blogger. Winners are selected based on creativity, activity, and audience impact.
The award ceremony will take place at the Hôtel Martinez in Cannes.