The New Arab Staff

Basma Elmahdy

Elmahdy

Basma Elmahdy is a media research consultant and freelance journalist

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In the capital of Germany, a thriving community of Arabic-speaking stand-up comedians has found a permanent home. We speak to 3 women about their unexpected journey into comedy as well as the challenges and opportunities they have faced and overcome.

07 June, 2023