Photos: Teddy Afro at SummerStage 2014 Festival in New York
Teddy Afro performed at the 2014 SummerStage festival in New York’s Central Park on Saturday, July 5th.
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Ethiopian Pianist Girma Yifrashewa at Bethesda Blues and Jazz Club
Ethiopian pianist and composer Girma Yifrashewa will perform in Bethesda, Maryland on July 30th.
In Maryland, Ike Leggett Wins Primary Election By A Wide Margin
Montgomery County Executive Isaiah “Ike” Leggett has won by a wide margin in his primary bid for a third term.
Small Business of the Year: Little Ethiopia’s Messob Restaurant in Los Angeles
Messob Restaurant in Los Angeles was recognized as ‘Small Business of the Year’ at the 2014 California Small Business Day.
Dance At Your Own Risk: Debo & Feedel Band at Artisphere in Arlington June 27th
Debo and Feedel bands are scheduled to perform at Artisphere in Arlington, Virginia on Friday June 27th.
Hyundai USA Releases World Cup AD “Epic Battle” Video by Wondwossen Dikran
The latest Hyundai 2014 FIFA World Cup AD video features work by Ethiopian filmmaker Wondwossen Dikran of Activator Pictures.
The 60th Anniversary Celebration of Haile Selassie’s Visit to Oklahoma State University
On June 18th, 2014 Oklahoma State University will celebrate the 60th anniversary of Haile Selassie’s visit to the college in 1954.
David Mesfin: 2014 Hyundai FIFA World Cup Ad Features Work by Ethiopian Artists
The 2014 FIFA World Cup AD by Hyundai car company features work by David Mesfin, Ezra Wube and Wondwossen Dikran.
Tadias Audio Interview With San Jose Mayoral Candidate Councilman Sam Liccardo
Polls are open in the first open San Jose mayor’s race in eight years, and the crowded field of candidates is about to get a lot smaller.
From the Birthplace of Coffee Cafe Buunni Serves Ethiopian Organic Specialty Coffee
Cafe Buunni customers enjoy certified organic specialty coffee from Ethiopia in Manhattan’s Washington Heights neighborhood.
Genzebe Dibaba Wants More World Records: She and Coach Jama Aden Target Two Marks
Ethiopia’s Genzebe Dibaba says she plans to break two more world records this summer.
San Jose Mayoral Candidate Liccardo Releases Amharic Campaign Literature
Councilman Sam Liccardo has released an Amharic campaign literature entitled Sam Liccardoen Yitewawequ.
Summer Stage NYC Presents Teddy Afro and Hahu Dance Crew — July 5th
Musician Teddy Afro and Hahu Dance Crew will perform at the 2014 SummerStage Festival in New York City on July 5th.
A Mother’s Day Tribute to Ethiopian Women
The Center for the Rights of Ethiopian Women (CREW) shares a collection of essays, poems and photos as Mother’s Day tribute.
Global Voices Calls for the Release of Nine Journalists in Ethiopia
Global Voices is a community of bloggers, activists, writers, and translators from 137 countries.
New Film by Rachel Samuel Profiles Legendary Musician Asnaketch Worku
“Asni” will screen on May 1st at NYU’s Institute of African American Affairs Cinema Studies & Africana Studies Program.
Society of Ethiopians in Diaspora: 22nd Annual Dinner and Awards Gala in DC
The 2014 SEED Annual Dinner & Awards Gala takes place on May 25th in Washington, D.C.
Buzunesh Deba Ready for Boston
After placing second at the New York City marathon in November, Buzunesh Deba is preparing for Monday’s Boston marathon.
YEP: Young Ethiopian Professionals Named ‘Empower Player 2014’
Young Ethiopian Professionals (YEP) has been nominated for “Leader of Good” award by Empower Magazine.
Update: Isiah Leggett’s Press Conference with Ethiopian Media
Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett held a teleconference with Ethiopian media to explain his stand on various issues.
Music By DJ Sirak at Apollo Theater Africa Now Mainstage Concert
Sirak is scheduled to DJ at this year’s “Africa Now Mainstage Concert” in April at the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem.
Third International Conference of Ethiopian Women in the Diaspora
The conference organized by CREW was held at the Sheraton in Silver Spring, Maryland this past weekend.
‘Difret’: Audience Reaction at 2014 New African Films Festival (Video)
Filmmakers field audience questions regarding the award winning Ethiopian movie, ‘Difret.’
New Bronx Home for NYC Medhanialem Church — Opening Ceremony May 3rd
Tadias Magazine Events News Published: Saturday, March 15th, 2014 New York (TADIAS) — After three decades in Harlem one of…
Meron Gebru: My Experience as a Diaspora Volunteer in Ethiopia
Meron Gebru writes about her experience working as a Women’s Livelihood Promotion Officer at LIVE-Addis.
Reflection on 118th Anniversary of Ethiopia’s Victory at Adwa
Adwa has generated a significant amount of discourse and prose from writers across the globe.
Tadias Interview With Bruktawit Tigabu: Her Amharic Classroom Library Project
Bruktawit speaks about her latest idea to build an Amharic Classroom Libraries in elementary schools in Addis Ababa.
Rising Ethio-Jazz Singer Yeshi Demelash Prepares for U.S. Tour
Yeshi is scheduled to perform at SOB’s in New York on April 26th accompanied by her band, ‘Qene.’
Tadias Interview: Dr. Enawgaw Mehari on Pan-African Health Conference
Enawgaw Mehari speaks to Tadias about the upcoming Pan-African Medical Doctors & Healthcare Conference in Ethiopia.
Ted Alemayehu: Founder and President of US Doctors for Africa
US Doctors for Africa is gearing up to host the Pan-African Medical Doctors & Healthcare Conference in Ethiopia.
Yared Tekabe’s Research Shows Promising Results in Treatment of Diabetes
Dr. Yared Tekabe, a research scientist at Columbia University, has been working on groundbreaking detection of heart diseases.
Q&A With ‘Difret’ Director Zeresenay Mehari & Producer Mehret Mandefro
Tadias recently caught up with the film’s Director, Zeresenay Mehari and Producer Mehret Mandefro.
Dr. Catherine Hamlin Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize
Still working as a surgeon Dr. Hamlin recently said that she plans to continue her lifelong dedication to women suffering from obstetric fistula in Ethiopia.
Tadias Interview with Filmmaker Yidnekachew Shumete
“Filmmakers have to be one step ahead of the stories they are telling,” says Yidnekachew Shumete, the director of ‘Nishan.’
Three Ethiopians Among 1000 Most Creative People in Business
Fast Company names Marcus Samuelsson, Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, and Bruktawit Tigabu ”Most Creative People in Business.’
Aster Aweke to Rock NYC: Valentines Day Weekend at Gramercy Theatre
Aster Aweke will perform in New York city during Valentines Day weekend at Gramercy Theatre in Manhattan.
Nahom Beyene’s Company ‘Navity’: Changing the Future of Driver Safety
Nahom’s doctoral research in Rehabilitation Science led him to develop the NAVISection System.
Pop-up Bunna Cafe in Brooklyn
An interview with owners of Bunna Cafe about their venture’s evolvement from a pop-up cafe to a permanent restaurant.
Tadias Interview: Ambassador David Shinn on the 2014 U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit
Several African leaders will come to Washington D.C. next summer for a historic two-day summit.
Photos: Meklit Hadero at Artisphere in DC
Meklit Hadero was on an East coast tour this month making stops at Artisphere in Washington DC and at Joe’s Pub New York.
A Photo Journal Retracing the Last March of Emperor Tewodros to Meqdela
Author John Snyder retraces the Last March of Emperor Tewodros to Magdala to face British troops..
Lupita Nyong’o: US-based Kenyan Actress Takes Hollywood by Surprise
The first award of the night — best supporting actress — went to Lupita Nyong’o.
A Memoir of First US Diplomat’s Meetings With Emperor Menelik
Recollections of U.S. Ambassador Robert P. Skinner’s meetings with Emperor Menelik in Addis Ababa in 1903.
David Mesfin Working on New TV AD Featuring 2015 Hyundai Sedan
David Mesfin will be spending this weekend shooting an AD featuring the brand new Hyundai vehicle.
New Book by Ethiopian Author: How Obama Won the 2012 Election
A meticulous examination of the 2012 US presidential election drawing from a plethora of sources.
Interview With Zemedeneh Negatu
Interview with Zemedeneh Negatu, Managing Partner of Ernst & Young Ethiopia (EY).
2013: The Year in Pictures
Here are photos from some the biggest stories in 2013. We wish all of you a Happy and safe New Year!
10 Arts and Culture Stories of 2013
Tigist Selam presents ten favorite highlights of Arts and Culture Stories of 2013.
Top Ten Stories of 2013
Featuring the top ten most read stories highlighted on our website this past year.
ArifZefen: Digital Access to Ethiopian Songs
ArifZefen is a multi-channel music streaming service dedicated to the Ethiopian community worldwide.
Azla + Tesh: Contemporary Artisan Ethiopian Food & Merchandise in LA
Azla Vegan is the newest modern addition to the Los Angeles food scene.
Tadias Magazine Roundtable Discussion at National Press Club
Tadias hosted a roundtable discussion on Ethiopian Migrants in the Middle East at the National Press Club.
Addis and DC Sign Sister City Agreement
Mayor Vincent Gray and Addis Ababa mayor Diriba Kuma signed a Sister City Agreement in Washington last week.
Photographer Gediyon Kifle’s Tribute to Nelson Mandela
This photograph of Nelson Mandela was captured by Gediyon Kifle during the iconic leader’s last visit to the U.S. in 2005.
Feature Film Difret Selected for 2014 Sundance Film Festival
Difret will make its world-premiere in January at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival in Utah.
Three Ethiopian Animators Vie For Doritos Superbowl AD Grand Prize
Abel Tilahun, above, his friends Daniel Tamrat and Ephrem Hagos in Ethiopia — collaborated online for their showcase.
The People’s United Nations Exhibition at Queens Museum
The People’s United Nations (pUN) performance art opened at the Queens Museum in New York this week.
Ethiopia Inspired Holiday Cards: Tadias Interview With Deseta Design’s Maro Haile
Maro’s collections are inspired by Ethiopian culture, but with the artist’s own twist that reflects her upbringing.
Interview With Rima Kalush
“Migrants who overstay their visas still have human rights,” says Rima Kalush, an editor at www.migrant-rights.org.
Brewing Change: Maryland’s Blessed Coffee Eyes Retail Market
Blessed Coffee plans to open cottage Ethiopian cafes that offer premium Ethiopian coffee and a space for community gathering.
Photos: Mayor’s 4th Annual DC African Heritage Celebration
The colorful stage event was hosted by the Mayor’s Office on African Affairs and the DC Commission on Arts & Humanities.
Is ICC Racist? Reviewing The Docket for Crimes Against Humanity
A quick review of the 20 cases in 8 situations that have been brought before the ICC since it opened on March 11th, 2003.
Mhadere Tigabe Crowned Miss Universe Ethiopia 2013
Mhadere Tigabe will represent Ethiopia in the upcoming Miss Universe 2013 pageant in Moscow, Russia.
Miss Israel in America: Titi to Visit Little Ethiopia in Los Angeles
Miss Israel 2013, Yityish (Titi) Aynaw, is scheduled to visit L.A.’s famous Little-Ethiopia next week.
Yohannes Aramde’s Bona Fide Step
Among Ethiopians the well-known Scotch Whisky brand Johnnie Walker is humorously nicknamed Yohannes Aramde.
Who Will Be Crowned Miss Universe Ethiopia 2013?
The countdown to select the next Miss Universe Ethiopia is underway in Addis Ababa.
Meseret Defar and Tirunesh Dibaba Face Each Other in Zurich on Thursday
Tirunesh Dibaba and Meseret Defar will race for the first time in over a year at the IAAF Diamond League 5000 in Zurich.
Meseret Defar: “It’s A Big Achievement For Me” After 5000m Gold in Moscow
Ethiopia’s two-time Olympic champion Meseret Defar reclaimed the title in Moscow on Saturday night.
Steeplechaser Sofia Assefa Follows in Olympian Eshetu Tura’s Footsteps
History was made in Russia this week as an Ethiopian made the podium in the steeplechase at a global championships.
7th Annual African Diaspora International Film Festival — Washington, D.C.
Tadias Magazine Events News Published: Tuesday, August 13, 2013 Washington, D.C. (TADIAS) – The 2013 African Diaspora International Film Festival,…
Poet-Playwright Tsegaye Gabre-Medhin
The life of Ethiopian poet and playwright, Tsegaye Gabre-Medhin, was celebrated last Friday in Maryland.
Family to Repatriate Body of Athlete Meskerem Legesse to Ethiopia
The body of former Olympian Meskerem Legesse will be flown to Ethiopia on Tuesday.
Ethio Cali Jazz Ensemble Live in Los Angeles – July 26
“The Ethio Cali ensemble’s sublime sound is inspired by the Golden Age of Ethiopian music of the 1960’s and 70’s.
Tadias Interview: Samuel Wolde-Yohannes on his Book ‘Ethiopia: Culture of Progress’
Inside is an interview with the author Samuel Wolde-Yohannes.
UPDATED: Ethiopian Airlines to Seek Insurance Claim for Dreamliner Fire
Sources tell Tadias that Ethiopian Airlines plans to file for an insurance claim after the 787 Dreamliner fire in London.
Tadias Video Interview: Ethiopian Rock Band Jano Live in DC (UPDATED)
Tadias Magazine’s exclusive video interview with members of Jano, who played on July 4th at the historic Howard Theatre.
Tadias Interview: NYC Abay Team’s Success at 30th ESFNA Tournament
New York’s team advanced to first division during the annual soccer competition, along with Chicago.
Ethiopia: Creating a Culture of Progress – Book Talk at Sankofa in DC
Th book signing event is scheduled at Sankofa Books in Washington, D.C. on Sunday, July 14th.
Tadias Interview: Ambassador David Shinn on Obama’s Africa Trip
Tadias interviewed David Shinn, former U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia, about Obama’s 3-nation Africa visit.
Ethiopia: Children TV Host Bruktawit Tigabu Speaks at African First Ladies Summit
Bruktawit will speak at 2013 African First Ladies Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania this week.
DCTV Honors Tsedey Aragie: ‘New Producer of the Year’
Tsedey Aragie has been recognized by public access channel DCTV with two awards for excellence in TV program.
Photos: United Nations Marks OAU-AU 50th Anniversary
The African Union (AU) holds a high-level panel discussion at the U.N. building in New York marking it’s 50th anniversary.
UPDATE: Obama Africa Trip Highlights Senegal, South Africa and Tanzania
President Barack Obama and his family have arrived in South Africa, the second stop of a three-nation African trip.
Summer of Ethiopian Music: Jano to Fendika, Teddy Afro to Mahmoud Ahmed
It is poised to be an exciting summer for Ethiopian music on the East Coast starting in D.C. next week.
Hydropolitics Between Ethiopia and Egypt: A Historical Timeline
Hydropolitics flareup is not new to Africa’s Nile Basin region, and includes rancor over colonial-era water sharing agreement.
In Pictures: Ethiopia Celebrates 2-1 Victory Over South Africa
The following photographs were taken in Addis on Sunday following Ethiopia’s 2-1 victory against South Africa.
Ethiopian Rock Band Jano to Perform in DC During Soccer Tournament
Ethiopian rock band Jano will make their U.S. debut on July 4th, 2013 at the historic Howard Theatre in Washington, D.C.
Ethiopia & Egypt: Visualizing Nile Data – Access to Electricity vs Fresh Water
Jomo Tariku launches an interactive historical and current affairs timeline featuring Ethiopia and Egypt’s access to Nile river.
Tadias Interview with Miss Israel Titi Aynaw
Yityish (Titi) Aynaw, Miss Israel 2013, was recently in New York promoting a project for the Netanya Foundation.
Tom Campbell: Law Professor Urges Ethiopia to Take Nile Issue to International Court
“Unquestionably Ethiopia has the legal right to build the dam,” says the Dean of Chapman University School of Law.
Photos From New York Concert by Pianist Girma Yifrashewa
Girma Yifrashewa gave a performance of both Western and Ethiopian classical piano in Brooklyn on Saturday, June 8th.
Mikias Mile: An Event Benefitting Mikias Tefera Tibebu Memorial Scholarship
A community event will be held on Friday, July 12th, 2013 to launch the Mikias Tibebu Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Tadias Interview: Aida Muluneh on Her Ethiopia Exhibition ‘So Long a Letter’
Last month Aida Muluneh held a successful solo exhibition at TO.MO.CA gallery in Addis Ababa.
Emahoy Sheet Music Project Launched
The Emahoy Sheet Music Project aims to publish the complete works of the well known composer so that it could be studied and performed.
Sneak Peek Preview: Watch New Ethiopian Movie ‘Difret’
The producers of ‘Difret’ have released a short clip, revealing for the first time the main actress and other details.
The African Union Turns 50: Voices From Ethiopia — Past and Present
African Union members celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), founded on May 25, 1963.
Obama at Morehouse: Spotlight on Valedictorian Betsegaw Tadele (Video)
Betsegaw Tadele, a computer science major, was the valedictorian at Morehouse College commencement on Sunday.
Yadesa Bojia Reflects on African Union Flag on 50th Anniversary
Yadesa Bojia is the designer of the current flag of the African Union that was adopted in 2010.
David Mesfin: A Look at his Role in Hyundai TV Ad w/ Bob Marley’s Song
David is the Associate Creative Director behind a new Hyundai TV ad featuring Bob Marley’s song “Three Little Birds.”
Gossa Tsegaye: Training Leaders in Television and Radio Production
Gossa Tsegaye is an Assistant Professor of Television and Radio at Ithaca College in New York.