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By The Habesha News Desk Renowned Ethiopian artist Alemtsehay Wodajo has been named a recipient of the 2026 African Impact Award, recognizing her contributions to arts and culture and her longstanding involvement in humanitarian and community causes. The organizer’s event listing identifies her among this year’s honorees. The seventh edition of the awards was scheduled for October 11, 2026, at the Metro Points Hotel in New Carrollton, Maryland. The other listed honorees include paleoanthropologist Donald Johanson, Kenyan running legend Paul Tergat, entrepreneur Eyob “Joe” Mamo and media leader Makda Assefa. For Alemtsehay, the recognition adds to a career that has

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