About Magdi Mehanna
Lived 1957 – 2008 (aged 50–51). Magdi Mehanna was an Egyptian journalist and writer.
Magdi Mehanna (born Dakahlia Governorate, Egypt, 1956-2008) was an Egyptian journalist and the founding editor of Al-Masry Al-Youm newspaper, where he authored a column entitled "In the Forbidden Zone." He also presented a talk show with the same name on Dream TV. Before that, he worked as a reporter and columnist for the leftist Al-Ahaly and the liberal Al-Wafd.
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Who was Magdi Mehanna?
Egyptian journalist (1957–2008)
When was Magdi Mehanna born?
Magdi Mehanna was born in 1957 in Mit Ghamr.
When did Magdi Mehanna die?
Magdi Mehanna died in 2008 in Cairo.
What was Magdi Mehanna's occupation?
Magdi Mehanna was a journalist and writer.
What nationality was Magdi Mehanna?
Magdi Mehanna was Egyptian.
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