Culture
Saudi Arabia Imposes New Visa Restrictions Affecting Ethiopian Travelers
Saudi Arabia has announced major changes to its visa policy, set to take effect...
Books
Poet and Tobiya Jazz Event Organizer Misraq Terefe Arrested Amid Unclear Circumstances
Poet and renowned literary event organizer Misraq Terefe was arrested on January 22, 2017, and taken to the...
Entertainment & Arts
The Weeknd’s Reflection on the Ethiopian Red Terror: A Hidden Narrative in His Song
Abel Tesfaye, known to the world as The Weeknd, has built a career around deeply emotional and introspective...
Entertainment & Arts
Drummer Teferi Assefa, Ethiopian Jazz Pioneer and Negarit Band Leader, Passes Away at 53
The Ethiopian music community is mourning the loss of Teferi Assefa, a renowned drummer and percussionist, who passed...
Entertainment & Arts
Mahmoud Ahmed’s Grand Farewell: Celebrating 60 Years of Ethiopia’s Musical Legend
On January 11, 2025, Addis Ababa’s Millennium Hall witnessed a momentous event as Mahmoud Ahmed, Ethiopia’s legendary singer,...
Ethio-Jazz Maestro Mulatu Astatke Shines as “The Bear” Garners 23 Emmy Nominations
The fusion of storytelling and music often creates a compelling narrative experience in television, and the second season of "The Bear" achieves this by...
Rediscovering Hidden Gems: The Tekle Legacy on Amha Records
By- Mag ReevesThe story behind the Tekle releases on Amha:As the Derg regime took over in 1974, business became increasingly difficult for Amha Records....
Jemberu Set to Unveil ‘Esatu SE’ Next Week: What to Expect
Jemberu, a 21-year-old artist who made his mark with a debut album in 2022, is set to release his second album, "Esatu SE," on...
Rophnan Nuri to Break Ground with Dual Album Release: A Milestone in Ethiopian Music
In a groundbreaking move that is set to make history in the Ethiopian music industry, Rophnan Nuri, the visionary electronic dance music expert, has...
“Kelemat” A new album reflecting lived experience through colors
By- Emrakel SileshiYohana’s new album ‘Kelemat’ released on 31, 2023, possesses a colorful theme throughout the songs. It's a familiar groove with a mellow...
Ethiopia’s Music Industry Gets a Boost with Universal Music Group-Sewasew Partnership
Universal Music Group (UMG), a world leader in music-based entertainment, has recently entered into a landmark distribution agreement with Ethiopia's Sewasew Multimedia, reinforcing its...