This Friday, South London collectives Infa Red and Late Night Shopper, along with members of the North African diaspora, will be hosting a charity event called Dancing For Morocco & Libya. The event will raise funds for those affected by the recent Marrakesh earthquake and flooding in Libya. Venue MOT Unit 18 will play host to the event with all proceeds going towards the Morocco Earthquake Appeal and the I See You (ISY) Foundation, which supports those affected by the floods in Libya.
The night will feature an impressive line-up of DJs and producers including Impey, LCY, Raji Rags, Sarra Wild, Shannen SP, and Tim Reaper. The tragedy in Marrakesh and Libya has brought the South London community together to show solidarity with those affected. Bluetoof’s Infa Red imprint and Late Night Shopper have pooled their resources to create this event with the hope of making a real difference.
Earlier this month, an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8-6.9 hit the Marrakesh-Safi region in Morocco. This was followed by extreme flooding, breaking two dams in Libyan port city Derna. Libya’s chief prosecutor has ordered an inquiry into the collapse of the two dams and the detention of eight former and current officials over claims that negligence and mistakes led to the devastation. The scale of damage is huge, with estimated deaths exceeding 5,000 and over 10,000 people missing, rendering the local hospitals inoperable and the morgue full.
The community-led event is a testament to the power of solidarity and the positive impact it can have on people’s lives. Tickets are free, but donations are encouraged upon entry. Sign up here to participate in the event while you can donate to the Morocco Earthquake Appeal and I See You (ISY) Foundation directly
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