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Sep 29 , 2024

Beyene Petros, Soft-Spoken Academic, Who Took on Power Structures with Unflinching Resolve, Dies at 74

Beyene Petros (Prof.) was a familiar figure in the quiet halls of Addis Abeba University, where sunlight filtered through arching eucalyptus trees. He mentored generations of students with a warm smile and a gentle demeanour, urging them to question conventions and seek truths beyond textbooks. Yet...

Sep 14 , 2024

Andreas Eshete, Towering Intellectual, Social Progress Champion, Dies at 79

Andreas Eshete (Prof.) was an early riser regardless of how late he stayed up. Punctuality was more than a habit for him; it reflected his disciplined character. In a society where time often took a backseat, Andreas arrived at weddings before the decorations were up. In his household, table manners were not merely encouraged; they were expected. Phone calls were to be taken outside, and silverware had its proper use. His son, Alula, recalled a childhood lesson when he attempted to cut a steak by stabbing it with a knife. Andreas gently corrected him with a touch of humour: "The animal is a...


May 4 , 2024

Muluken Melesse: The Soulful Serenade Dies at 73

In the quiet of his later years, Muluken Melesse found solace in the gentle sounds of the waterfall from the stereo, transported by the melodies to a breezing stream beside him. Born in 1951 in Gojjam province, Amhara Regional State, Muluken's life embraced music as comfort in his youth, blossoming into fame and pinnacling in a spiritual awakening. His father, Tamir Tiruneh, was a man of faith who regularly took Muluken to a church. Though it would not fully resonate until later, these early experiences planted the seeds of spirituality in him. Losing his mother at a young age, Muluken turn...


May 3 , 2024 . By TIZITA SHEWAFERAW

Muluken Melesse: The Soulful Serenade Dies at 73

In the quiet of his later years, Muluken Melesse found solace in the gentle sounds of the waterfall from the stereo, transported by the melodies to a breezing stream beside him. Born in 1951 in Gojjam province, Amhara Regional State, Muluken's life embraced music as comfort in his youth, blossoming into fame and pinnacling in a spiritual awakening. His father, Tamir Tiruneh, was a man of faith who regularly took Muluken to a church. Though it would not fully resonate until later, these early experiences planted the seeds of spirituality in him. Losing his mother at a young age, Muluken turn...

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Mar 30 , 2024

Molla Zegeye, Personifying Perseverance in the Face of Adversity Dies at 71

To say Molla Zegeye witnessed history unfold would be an understatement. He actively tussled with it, leaving a lasting mark on Ethiopia's turbulent but recent political history of half a century. His...

Mar 16 , 2024

Gudisa Legesse, Whose Leadership Scores to the Rhythm of Life, Dies at 55

In the competitive insurance world, where risk management and forecasts define daily life's chorus, finding light-hearted moments could become indispensable. Gudisa Legesse, the CEO of Awash Insuranc...

Mar 2 , 2024

Getachew Kassa, the Maestro Who Sang Ethiopias Soul, Dies Aged 85

In the records of Ethiopian music, few stories are as pongiant or resonating as that of Getachew Kassa. His journey from the humming markets of Merkato to the animated nightlife of the Bole neighbourh...

Feb 10 , 2024

Compassionate Warrior During Ethiopia's Darkest Hours, Dies at 89

In the unforgiving terrains of Wollo and Afar regions, where famine has etched its scars deep into the land and its people, Hailemariam Seifu's calling was forged. It was here, amid the desperation...

Jun 17 , 2023

Zemui Teklu: The Indomitable Spirit Behind Shoa Bakery Dies Age 94

The pioneering spirit behind Shoa Bakery, a name that has become synonymous with bread across Addis Abeba and beyond, had a life marked by personal loss, adaptation, and entrepreneurial brilliance. It...

Apr 3 , 2023

TewoldeBerhan GebreEgziabher, Defender of Nature, Passes Away, Aged 83

In the small village nestled among the foothills of Adwa town in Tigray Regional State, TewoldeBerhan GebreEgziabher (PhD) was born to a farmer's family, destined to follow in the footsteps of his for...

Jan 28 , 2023

Life of the Party: Lemmawossen Sebhatu Dies Age 73

Weighing the profit margin and analysing risks while contemplating a business idea is forte of a savvy businessperson. Lemmawossen Sebhatu was a pro when it came to that. His children admired his abil...

Jan 7 , 2023

The Brand of Habesha Fashion: Emama Tsion

For many, the 100-year-old Tsion Michael Andom is known as the first fashion designer who introduced the Habesha traditional wear to the international markets. To the hospitality and tourism advisor F...

Nov 19 , 2022

An Icon, Maven Ali Birra Dies at 75

For many of his fans, Ali Birra might have been a legendary musician with an expansive catalogue. He was gracious to his closest friends and mentees - a friend to all who loved animals. The public...

May 21 , 2022

Fisseha Desta, More Honest VP from Dark Times

Nothing says “end of an era” about the Dergue like the successive passing of its senior officials. In 2019, it was Legesse Asfaw, a major military figure, and in 2020, it was Fikreselassie Wogde...

Mar 26 , 2022

Girma Zewdie, AU Career Officer, Serves His Last

Girma Zewdie (Col.) had never seen the need to be anything less than active, even in his mid-80s. He remained nimble into old age as best as he could. There was never a better demonstration than the f...

Feb 19 , 2022

Prudent Finance Guru, Leulseged Teferi, Passes

Leulseged Teferi had a saying that informed his understanding of various matters. He would listen to an explanation of an issue. He would then hold his palm out and say, “now look at the other side...

Printing Guru Bezuayehu Tesfaye Leaves Behind Footprint

Several years ago, Tsegaye Asfaw, head of the over a century-old Chamber Printing House, had his eyes on some Solna printing machine models. He mulled going through his usual supplier, Mosbez, an agen...

Sep 10 , 2021

Alemayehu Eshete Has Left the Building

Tsegaye Birhane, actor, met Alemayehu Eshete in the most unorthodox of ways. It was not at an event or work. Neither did they run into each other. It was the passing of Alex's, as Tesgaye calls him, f...

Jul 11 , 2021

Mother that Built House Full of Children Passes

The children who grew up with Abebech Gobena called her “Eddaye,” a term of endearment of their creation. It is not clear when it started or how, but for Abebech, it was close in meaning to Aderay...

Apr 3 , 2021

Tech Savvy Importer, Yazew Bekele, Makes His Last Sale

Alemayehu Ketsela was a young employee of Ethiopian Trade Contacts (ET-CON), an import company, when he joined Yazew Bekele for dinner with business partners at the Sheraton Addis. There he would run...


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