Draft:Karim Gharbi

Karim Gharbi (K2Rhym)
Karim Gharbi, also known by his stage name K2Ryhm (born in 1980, in Ksar Said, Tunis, Tunisia), is a Tunisian media figure, businessman, and philanthropist. He has made significant contributions to the music industry and various business sectors.

Early Life
Born into a modest family in Ksar Said, Gharbi moved to Saint-Denis at 15. His early career in the music industry began after signing with EMI France and later with Virgin Middle East.

Family
Gharbi's family origins were Tunisians, he is the brother of one sibling, a sister. In 2019, he developed a relationship with the former Tunisian president Zin El Abidine Ben Ali daughter Nesrine Ben Ali. They were married and divorced the same year.

Musical Career
Gharbi's music career initially took off in France with Universal Music France and EMI France. His recognition in the music industry was marked by several awards, including the Best Arabian Act at the MTV Europe Music Award in Frankfurt in 2012.

Business Career
Transitioning from music to business, Gharbi led the Tunisian TV network Hannibal and later chaired TBE Holding. He has been instrumental in launching technological initiatives, including the first Arab/African cryptocurrency platform and a metaverse development platform.

Philanthropy and Humanitarian Work
Gharbi was named a Goodwill Ambassador by the International Institute of Microcircuits for Sustainable Agriculture and Medicine in 2017, focusing on combating acute malnutrition and supporting sustainable agriculture in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. His humanitarian initiatives include distributing 1,000 sheep to impoverished families across Tunisia during the COVID-19 pandemic to support nutritional needs during the Eid Al-Adha festival, donating masks and 2,000 bags of food to needy families, and providing essential supplies to the Al-Azizia Othmana Hospital Cancer-Living Facility in Tunis. Additionally, Gharbi has supported child welfare through substantial donations to Tunisian organizations, including 100,000 TND to the Center of Social Welfare of Counseling and Guidance for Children and 50,000 TND to the SOS Guammarth Children’s Village, efforts which have been recognized by the Secretary-General of IIMSAM.

Recognition
Gharbi's contributions have been recognized widely both in his artistic and humanitarian efforts. He received a nomination for Best Artist of the Middle East at the MTV EMA in 2012 and an award for Best Rapper in the Middle East at the MC International Awards in 2015. Beyond his musical achievements, his humanitarian work as an IIMSAM Goodwill Ambassador has garnered substantial acknowledgment, especially his efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, which include substantial donations to Tunisian medical and child welfare organizations. These contributions have earned him praise from the Secretary-General of IIMSAM, highlighting his impact in both the arts and community welfare.

Awards

 * MTV EMA Frankfurt 2012: Named the best artist in the Middle East.
 * MC International Awards 2015: Won the award for best rapper in the Middle East.
 * Global Goodwill Ambassador 2017: Appointed as a Global Goodwill Ambassador in 2017.