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The Weeknd donates $1m to Ethiopia

The Weeknd donates $1m to Ethiopia

MPHO RANTAO THE Weeknd is making a $1 million donation in relief efforts to Ethiopia amid the Tigray crisis.  The ‘Blinding Lights’ singer is making his donation through the United Nations World Food Programme, which will pay for 2 million meals. Born Abel Tesfaye to Ethiopian Parents in Canada, the singer made the news known on his instagram account, writing that continued civil unrest, loss of life, and thousands of displaced Ethiopians contributed to his decision to make the donation.  He wrote: "My heart breaks for my people of Ethiopia as innocent civilians ranging from small children to the elderly…
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