Deputy PM Temesgen expresses condolences on passing of artist Debebe Eshetu

Addis Ababa, August 17, 2025 (FMC) — Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh has expressed his condolences on the passing of veteran Ethiopian artist Debebe Eshetu, highlighting the late artist’s enduring service to Ethiopia and its people.

In a statement shared on his social media platforms, the Deputy Prime Minister said, “I am deeply saddened by the passing of our country’s prominent artistic figure, Debebe Eshetu, who served Ethiopia and Ethiopians throughout his career.”

Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen noted that Debebe Eshetu’s lifelong dedication to the arts and his role as a cultural pioneer have left an indelible mark on the nation, inspiring future generations of artists and audiences alike.