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Again the only Slovene on the international stage
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Again the only Slovene on the international stage

On August 27, 2026, Alya Elouissi, a Slovenian-Algerian singer and songwriter, performed as the sole representative of Slovenia at the International Evening of the 33rd edition of the Ohrid Fest – Ohridski Trubaduri festival in Ohrid. She presented her new original song 'Midva sva,' which she wrote in Slovenian, with production by renowned British producer Ian Barter. The song was previously composed in English four years ago but remained unreleased until now. Elouissi expressed pride in representing Slovenia through her music and emphasized the importance of the Slovenian language in her artistic identity. She received an award for best audio production at the end of the festival. This is not the first time Elouissi has represented Slovenia internationally, she also performed at the Biser Jadrana festival in Montenegro in 2025. The festival, held in Dolni Saraj near Lake Ohrid, brought together artists from various countries and was broadcast live by Macedonian public television and regional partners.

Alya Elouissi, a Slovenian singer and cantor, made her second appearance as the sole representative of Slovenia at the International Evening of the 33rd edition of the Ohrid Fest, Ohridski Trubaduri festival on August 27, 2026. The event took place in Ohrid, Macedonia, at the historic venue Dolni Saraj along Lake Ohrid. She performed her newly composed Slovenian original song “Midva sva,” which she wrote both lyrics and music for. The production was handled by renowned British producer Ian Barter, who has worked with numerous internationally recognized artists. At the end of the festival, Elouissi received the award for best audio production. This marks the second time Elouissi has represented Slovenia as its sole performer at an international festival. In 2025, she participated in the Biser Jadrana festival in Tivat, Croatia, where she performed her original composition “V srcu Jadrana” during the Regional Evening as a finalist. She expressed her joy and pride in being able to represent Slovenia with an original song in the Slovenian language. Despite living and creating within multiple cultures and languages, she emphasized the importance of the Slovenian language as an author. As an artist, she feels like an ambassador for the Slovenian language, particularly through music, making it a special honor to carry it to international stages. The 33rd edition of Ohrid Fest, Ohridski Trubaduri took place on August 26 and 27, continuing its tradition of connecting Macedonian and broader Balkan musical scenes. The festival brought together performers from various countries, offering a platform for diverse artistic expressions. The event’s location, Dolni Saraj, added to its cultural significance, drawing visitors and participants from across the region. “Midva sva” holds a special story for Elouissi. An English version of the song was created nearly four years ago but remained unpublished until now. She explained that the right moment had yet to arrive. This year, she decided to release a Slovenian version of the song, which she composed in June and submitted for performance at Ohrid Fest 2026. The song tells a light-hearted, energetic, and romantic tale of two people meeting in a special moment, surrendering to dance and feeling as though they have escaped daily worries for a while. The lyrics weave together themes of night, dancing, sun, memories, and the unexpected arrival of a love story, something that “fell from the sky.” Elouissi described the song as highly danceable, energetic, and romantic, yet it carries a warm nostalgia. It is also deeply authentic. Her participation at Ohrid was especially meaningful due to the festival's wide media reach. The Macedonian Radio-TV (MRT) broadcast both evenings of the festival live, and the event was also aired through regional television partners, including Hype TV in Serbia, Television of Montenegro, Hayat TV in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and CMC TV in Croatia. This extensive coverage ensured that her performance reached audiences far beyond the immediate vicinity of Ohrid.

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Si21 logoSi21IndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 808/29/2026
Again the only Slovene on the international stage

On August 27, 2026, Alya Elouissi, a Slovenian-Algerian singer and songwriter, performed as the sole representative of Slovenia at the International Evening of the 33rd edition of the Ohrid Fest – Ohridski Trubaduri festival in Ohrid. She presented her new original song 'Midva sva,' which she wrote in Slovenian, with production by renowned British producer Ian Barter. The song was previously composed in English four years ago but remained unreleased until now. Elouissi expressed pride in representing Slovenia through her music and emphasized the importance of the Slovenian language in her artistic identity. She received an award for best audio production at the end of the festival. This is not the first time Elouissi has represented Slovenia internationally, she also performed at the Biser Jadrana festival in Montenegro in 2025. The festival, held in Dolni Saraj near Lake Ohrid, brought together artists from various countries and was broadcast live by Macedonian public television and regional partners.

Bias read (Center): The article focuses on cultural events and artistic achievements, with no mention of politics, policy, or controversy. It provides factual information about a musical performance and does not exhibit any ideological framing or bias.

Why factuality (85): The article reports on Alya Elouissi's performance at the Ohrid Fest 2026 as the sole Slovenian representative, citing her new original song 'Midva sva' and the production by Ian Barter. It also mentions her previous participation in the Biser Jadrana festival in 2025. These details align with the c

Why objectivity (80): The article presents the information in a positive light, highlighting Alya's achievements and her pride in representing Slovenia. While this is not overtly biased, there is a slight emphasis on her personal feelings and significance, which may lean towards a more celebratory tone rather than strict

Slovenske novice logoSlovenske noviceIndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 789/3/2026
This singer was so impressed with President Pirc Musar that she offered her a hug.

Slovensko-alžirska pevka Alya Elouissi je konec avgusta udeležila v dvema pomembnih dogodkih, ki sta povezovala Slovenijo in Alžirijo. Na odprtju 64. mednarodnega kmetijsko-živilskega sejma v Gornji Radgoni je nastopila in zapovala pesmi, ki odkazujeta Alžirijo, ter je združila slovenske in alžirske elemente v svoji opravi. Po nastopu je bila v zaodrju sprejeta predsednica republike Nataša Pirc Musar, ki ji je namenila objem in čestitke. Tudi je srečala alžirskega ministra za visoko šolstvo Kamela Baddarija. Nekaj dni pozneje je nastopila na mednarodnem večeru festivala Ohrid Fest, kjer je predstavila svojo avtorsko skladbo Midva sva, za katero je prejela nagrado za najboljšo avdioprodukcijo. Oktobra bo izšel njen avtorski album, ki je nastal v sodelovanju z Neisho.

Bias read (Center): The article focuses on cultural activities and international collaborations, which are not politically charged. The content does not involve political figures, policies, or contentious issues. It highlights artistic achievements and cultural exchanges without any overt ideological framing.

Why factuality (85): The article provides detailed information about Alya Elouissi's performances and her interactions with officials, including the specific songs performed and the awards received. It aligns with the cross-source consensus regarding her activities and collaborations. The mention of the 'objem' from the

Why objectivity (78): The tone is generally positive and celebratory, highlighting Alya's achievements and cultural connections. While it presents facts neutrally, there is a slight promotional undertone in describing her accomplishments and the recognition she received.

24ur (POP TV) logo24ur (POP TV)IndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 758/30/2026
Alya Elouissi at the Ohrid Fest 2026 the only Slovene on stage

Alya Elouissi, edina slovenska izvajalka na mednarodnem Ohrid Festu 2026, je predstavila svojo novo avtorsko pesem 'Midva sva', ki jo je napisala sama, medtem ko je produkcijo ustvaril britanski producent Ian Barter. Nastopila je kot edina slovenska predstavnica na festivalu, kjer je prejela nagrado za najboljšo avdio produkcijo. To ni prvič, da je Elouissi Slovenijo predstavljala na mednarodnih festivalih, kot je bil tudi festival Biser Jadrana v Tivtu leta 2025. Na Ohridfestu 2026, ki je potekal 26. in 27. avgusta na prizorišču Dolni Saraj ob Ohridskem jezeru, je Elouissi izrazila svojo priklicnost kot ambasadorka slovenskega jezika skozi glasbo.

Bias read (Center): The article focuses on cultural representation and artistic achievement rather than political controversy. While it highlights Alya Elouissi's role as a Slovenian artist on an international stage, there is no overt political framing or ideological slant. The emphasis is on her personal achievements,

Why factuality (85): The article reports on Alya Elouissi's participation at Ohrid Fest 2026, stating she was the sole Slovenian representative and won an award for best audio production. It provides details about her new song 'Midva sva', collaboration with producer Ian Barter, and previous performances at festivals li

Why objectivity (75): The article presents information about Alya Elouissi's achievements and quotes her expressing pride in representing Slovenia through music. While informative, the tone leans slightly towards celebrating her accomplishments, particularly in highlighting her role as an ambassador for the Slovenian lan

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