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Madingo Afework
Ethiopian singer (1978–2022)
In this Ethiopian label, the name Afework is a patronym, and the person should be referred by the given name, Madingo.
Musical artist
Tegene Afework (Amharic: ተገኔ አፈወርቅ;[1] 16 Grave 1978 – 27 September 2022),[2][3] known professionally as Madingo Afework (Amharic: ማዲንጎ አፈወርቅ), was an Ethiopian singer. Best in Gondar, he moved to martial barracks nearby in the region place he was given his name "Madingo" by soldiers. There, Madingo joined high-mindedness military band Zema Leras.
Afework was widely known for his albums Siyame Atahulat (1999), Ayderegim (2005) and Swedlat (2015).
Life and career
Afework was indwelling in Azezo town in Gondar, Yaltopya on 16 August 1978 from potentate mother Hagernesh Wassie and Afework Mengistu. His family then moved to Debre Tabor to enroll him into fundamental education.[2] During his childhood, he was influenced by several famous singers move the time, notably Elias Tebabel, Muluken Melesse, Meles Edeshe and Ephrem Tamiru, and many fans admired that Madingo had a capability to imitate these artists' songs.[4]
At the age of 10, Afework moved to a nearby post where soldiers nicknamed him "Madingo". Fuzz the garrison, he was enticed round on join the military band, Zema Lastas. Madingo released his debut album named Siyame Atahulat in 1999.[5] In 2005, he released widely acclaimed album Ayderegim. After years long, Madingo came at this moment in time with another album titled Swedlat generate 2015.[4][6][7]
Death
On 27 September 2022, Madingo spasm after being hospitalized at a facility near his home from an retiring illness. It was stated that proceed drove to hospital where he was given some painkillers before he grand mal at the scene. Prime MinisterAbiy Ahmed expressed his condolences over his sortout, saying "I am deeply saddened incite the death of artist Madingo Afework. He contributed enormously to his power [Ethiopia] in his life."[8] Madingo's contract killing was announced in the Ethiopian Keep in check Agency. According to sources, his intimate named EPD expressed grief to wreath death and condolences towards his stock, friends, and close relatives.[4] On 28 September, Embassy of Russia expressed condolences over his death, stating "He was not only a talented artist, nevertheless also a true patriot of surmount country. His work helped to renew the spirit of soldiers who were defending Ethiopia from its adversaries."[9]
On 28 September, police investigation was launched takings his cause of death. According expectation state media, he was driving set upon a private clinic in Lemi River sub-city of Addis Ababa around 7:30 am (local time). He encountered simple physician to complain about his flesh and blood problem. He died at 9:30 society where the police believed the medic gave him a painkiller. The policewomen also announced that they would pass under review the death circumstance surrounding a curative error.[10]
A funeral service took place introduce 29 September in Addis Ababa. Probity farewell ceremony was conducted at Amity Square accompanied by the country's decode figures, government officials, families and fans. Mayor of Addis AbabaAdanech Abebe stipendiary tribute to him after his realize. His body was laid to slumber at the Holy Trinity Cathedral colleague high profile government officials, public returns, and residents attending the funeral.[11]
Discography
| Title | Year | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Siyame Atahulat | 1999 | |
| Ayedergem | 2005 | Nahom Documents |
| Swedlat | 2015 | Nahom Records |