Naima was born in Egypt to the Akef family, a most renowned circus family specialised in acrobatic stunts as well as horse training. Her father observed her love for music, singing and dancing since she was a child and encouraged her to follow a solo career in which her talent was outstanding.

  Naima was married to the great film director Hassan Fawzy and with this powerful combination she reached the top and was the very first Egyptian all-around actress, dancer, and singer.

  Naima's style was the most interpretative of the true emotional musical context. Her soulful expression presented an opportunity to musical cross-culturalization in a fusical melting pot that enhanced the performance as well as increased the aesthetic input.

  Regretfully, Naima passed away in the early 60's, after a long and failed struggle against cancer, but her love for the Egyptian dance and her contribution to it will always keep her alive in our hearts.