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, bid farewell to the stage. The emotional night saw thousands of fans paying tribute to his six-decade-long career, alongside performances by Lij Michael, Gossaye Tesfaye, Tadelle Roba, and many more. Even President Sahle-Work Zewde attended, highlighting Mahmoud’s

January 13, 2025 • By Addis Insight

Books

Jawar Mohammed’s Memoir: “I Will Not Regret” – A Bold Reflection on Ethiopia’s Political Struggles

Jawar Mohammed, one of Ethiopia’s most influential and polarizing political figures, is set to release his memoir titled “I Will Not Regret” next week in Nairobi, Kenya. Written in Amharic (“አልፅፅትም “), and Oromo (“Hin Gaabbu”), the book recounts Jawar’s journey through Ethiopia’s turbulent political landscape, chronicling his life, his role in the Oromo struggle,

December 14, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

EBC Announces Premiere of Fikir Eske Mekabir Following Court Decision

Addis Ababa (EBC) – The Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation (EBC) has announced the upcoming premiere of the much-anticipated movie adaptation of Fikir Eske Mekabir following the resolution of a legal dispute. EBC, as part of its ongoing reforms aimed at informing, educating, and entertaining the public, secured the rights to adapt the iconic literary work Fikir

November 19, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Ejigayehu “Gigi” Shibabaw Joins Global Musical Legends in Epic Gladiator 2 Score

Renowned Ethiopian singer Ejigayehu Shibabaw, professionally known as Gigi, is among the diverse group of vocalists featured on the recently released Gladiator 2 soundtrack. Composed by Harry Gregson-Williams, the music continues the epic legacy of the original Gladiator score by Hans Zimmer and Lisa Gerrard, blending historical authenticity with a modern global sound. Gigi, celebrated

November 19, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

From Directions to Connections: How Konta’s TikTok Fame Is Redefining Ethiopian Marketing

Viral by Chance, Famous by Choice: The Rise of Ethiopia’s Unintentional TikTok Superstars Why focus only on the negatives of social media when it has the power to rewrite lives in the most unexpected ways? Currently, people who have never owned a smartphone or heard of hashtags are becoming unlikely stars after their unplanned moments

November 16, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethio Telecom and MwareTV Launch IGADO+: A New Affordable, Localized Streaming Service in Ethiopia

MwareTV, a Dutch provider of cloud-based TV platforms, has introduced IGADO+, a new video streaming service specifically developed for the Ethiopian market. In collaboration with Ethio Telecom, the country’s primary telecommunications provider, IGADO+ aims to make diverse streaming options widely accessible. The service, available over both broadband and mobile networks, provides Ethiopian audiences with a

November 11, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Fendika Cultural Center Holds Final Concert Before Demolition

Addis Ababa, October 21, 2024 – A final farewell was held Monday night at the Fendika Cultural Center, marking the end of an era for one of Addis Ababa’s most beloved cultural institutions. The last concert, attended by hundreds of devoted fans, artists, and cultural enthusiasts, was a tribute to the iconic venue before its

October 23, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Books

Fikir Eske Mekabir to Air on Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation for the Ethiopian New Year

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The much-anticipated television adaptation of the iconic Ethiopian novel “Fikir Eske Mekabir” (Love to the Grave) is set to air on the Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation (EBC) starting this Ethiopian New Year. The CEO of EBC, Mr. Getnet Tadese, made the exciting announcement that the beloved characters Seblewongel and Bezabih, imprinted in

September 10, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Diaspora

Julie Mehretu Creates Towering Glass Mural for Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Drawing on Her Ethiopian Heritage

Julie Mehretu, an Ethiopian-born artist renowned for her monumental abstractions, has completed one of her most ambitious projects yet—a towering glass mural titled Uprising of the Sun for the Obama Presidential Center (OPC) in Chicago. The 83-foot-tall artwork, made of painted glass panels, is the most prominent of several art commissions for the center, which

September 9, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Davido to Headline Ethiopia’s New Year as Afrobeats Surpasses American Icons

Davido Set to Electrify Ethiopian New Year Celebration at Sheraton Addis Sheraton Addis, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is preparing to host an unforgettable Ethiopian New Year’s Eve celebration, featuring a special performance by one of Africa’s most successful and influential artists—Davido. The event is expected to draw in crowds eager to witness the Afrobeats sensation

September 2, 2024 • By Addis Insight