Who is Azeb Mesfin?
Azeb Mesfin was born in 1940 in the north western part of Ethiopia, in a region called Welkayit, where both the Amhara and Tigrayans ethnic groups have lived peacefully for generations. Her father Mesfin Haile, was a peasant farmer, and her mother, Konjit Gola was the daughter of Fitawrari Gola Goshu.
Who is Meles Zenawi’s ex-wife Aziz Azeb?
Azeb, born in Wolqayt, was married to Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi until his death in 2012. Together they had three children: Semhal, Marda and Senay Meles.
Who is Azeb Gola’s father Mesfin Haile?
Her father Mesfin Haile, was a peasant farmer, and her mother, Konjit Gola was the daughter of Fitawrari Gola Goshu. It is reported that Azeb’s grandfather, Gola Goshu was considered a traitor who worked along with the Italians during the 1935-1941 invasion.
Who is Azeb Gola’s husband?
By her early age, Azeb raised with her aunt Maniahlosh Gola who is the daughter of this “Fitawrari” who had this title by Italian invaders to mean commander of the vanguard; which was feudal era military title. Azeb was married to Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi until his death in 2012.