Lema Woldemariam, a veteran professional with extensive experience at the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), has recently published a book titled “Miliketa Ethiopia, Miliketa Africa.” This memoir not only chronicles his life story but also delves into broader themes relevant to Ethiopia and Africa, focusing on the origin of life, the journey of life, and observation.
Throughout his career, Lema traveled extensively across Africa, accumulating valuable insights and experiences that he has woven into the narrative of his book. The publication explores not only the author’s biography but also various aspects of Ethiopian and African cultures, with a special emphasis on the cultural values of the Gurage community.
Lema’s motivation for writing the book stems from a desire to share his accumulated knowledge and experiences with future generations. At the book’s inauguration at the National Theatre, he expressed his passion for reading and his intention to pass on the wisdom he has gained over the years.
“I used my transcendent passion for reading to gather the experiences I had acquired over my lifetime and that I thought would be useful to my country,” Lema said during the event.
The book is believed to contain valuable lessons for both current and future generations, contributing to Ethiopia’s growth and development. In a review, Melaku Woldemariam praised the author’s ability to reflect on life’s processes through charged words, maintaining a connection with nature.
As “Miliketa Ethiopia, Miliketa Africa” gains attention, it is poised to become a significant contribution to Ethiopian literature, offering readers a unique blend of personal narrative, cultural insights, and reflections on life and Africa.
