Mahrajan Festival is a 'milestone' for Arabic community
The festival is making its debut in London with the likes of Saint Levant and Dystinct performing.
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Notable Quotes
""I'm so happy to be connecting with everyone.""
— Lella Fadda , Celebrity
""It's just nice to have something for us, especially in London.""
— Mariam Azam , Activist
""I think in a community where fair is often the more beautiful, that song is really comforting and I love it a lot.""
— Natalina Popat , Influencer
""I think it's bringing together a lot of pockets of community from around London and the UK.""
— Natalina Popat , Influencer
Key People
Egyptian singer known for her performances and rap in Egyptian Arabic.
A 24-year-old Arabic music fan expressing excitement about the festival's significance.
A 25-year-old excited about attending the festival with a background in Arab culture.
Palestinian singer-songwriter and one of the headliners of the Mahrajan Festival.
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The festival is making its debut in London with the likes of Saint Levant and Dystinct performing.
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