In the heart of Africa, where the highlands rise,
Ethiopia’s colors dance beneath the skies.
With brush and vision, stories unfold,
In vibrant hues, traditions bold.
From ancient churches where saints reside,
Lema Guya’s spirit, a cultural guide.
With every stroke, he paints the divine,
A tapestry woven, where faith and art align.
Afewerk Tekle, with modern flair,
Merges the past with a future so rare.
His canvases breathe with life anew,
Yet honor the roots from which they grew.
Preserve this heritage, rich and profound,
In every gallery, let our voices resound.
Against undue influences that seek to erase,
Stand firm like mountains, in this sacred space.
Let the world see our stories in color and light,
Reflecting our struggle, our joy, and our fight.
For in every painting, a legacy thrives,
Ethiopia’s spirit, forever survives.
So gather the youth, with passion ignite,
In the heart of our culture, let art take flight.
With Guya and Tekle as beacons of grace,
We’ll safeguard our heritage, our rightful place.
BY ALEM HAILU G/KRISTOS
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD WEDNESDAY 19 MARCH 2025
