Poetic Obituaries: Eyasu [Berhe] joined the armed struggle

in 1968 E.C. and was one of those, who made significant contribution in the struggle to topple the dictatorial Derg regime.

Artiste Eyasu has played significant role in mobilizing the public for the bitter struggle and later joined the cultural group established by TPLF.

The late Eyasu served the group as coordinator, trainer, writer, poet and vocalist. Over 70 to 80 percent of the group's songs, which conveyed political and social messages, were produced by the late Eyasu.

from The Ethiopian News Agency: Ethiopia--Artiste Eyasu laid to rest

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