Prominent Ethiopian scholar Dr. Maigenet Shifferraw passed away

Dr Maigenet ShiferrawEthiopians in the Washington DC Metro Area are shocked to learned about the passing of Dr. Maigenet Shifferraw this week.

Dr Maigenet and her husband Prof. Getachew Metaferia are prominent members of the Ethiopian community and strong advocates of human rights for all Ethiopians.

The Ethiopian Review team extends their heartfelt condolences to Prof. Getachew and all members of Dr. Maigenet’s family.

The funeral service will be held on Monday, Feb. 29 in Washington DC:

Church service: 10 AM – 1 PM
Kidus Gebriel Ethiopian Orthodox Church
2601 Evarts St. NE
Washington DC 20018

Cemetery Program: 2 PM
George Washington Cemetery
9500 Riggs Road
Adelphi MD 20783

Messages of condolence may be sent to: [email protected]