Teddy Afro

Tewodros Kassahun, better known as Teddy Afro, is an acclaimed Ethiopian pop star known for his uplifting and often politically motivated songs. Born in Addis Ababa in 1976, Afro made his debut in 2001 with the album Abugida, quickly establishing himself as a prominent voice in his native country. Mixing reggae, traditional Ethiopian styles, and pop music, his sophomore LP, 2005's Yastesereyal, yielded a major hit in its controversial title track, which criticized corruption in the country's government. Four of the album's songs were subsequently banned from media outlets, tho...