How did Dawit Nega Die? Ethiopian singer Cause of death Explained
3 min readDawit Nega, the well-known Tigrigna singer/songwriter, was admitted to the hospital on Friday, and his admirers immediately began searching for answers to the question, “Is Dawit Nega Dead?” Read this article to find out if Dawit Nega is still alive and to learn more about him.
Who was Dawit Nega?
Dawit Nega was a well-known Tigrigna singer and songwriter. He died on Sunday, June 12th, just a few days after being brought to an Addis Abeba hospital. According to BBC Amharic, he was hospitalised to Addis Hiwot Hospital in Addis Abeba on Friday after an unexpected illness. “After suffering from a flu-like condition last Monday, he was admitted to the hospital on Friday and treated until Saturday.”
Popular Tigrigna singer Dawit Nega has died. Dawit Nega was hospitalized three days ago at Addis Hiwot Clinic. The artist is known for his hit songs Babailey,Zebedero & Wozameye. #DawitNega pic.twitter.com/KRP2pARzwr
— Fasil Aregay G. (@FasilAregayG) June 12, 2022
How did Dawit Nega die?
According to relatives and friends, Dawit Nega was taken to the ICU on Sunday afternoon but died at 7 p.m. local time. David was giving himself glucose to alleviate his discomfort at home before going to the hospital. He was told that his blood sugar level had risen and that he had pneumonia when he was brought to the hospital.
We are saddened by the sudden death of Dawit Nega. Team @tdrf sends its condolences to the family, friends and fans. May his beautiful memories & incredible artistic collection provide us all comfort. Thank you for your promotion of the Tigrinya culture through your music. pic.twitter.com/ulndQm3wvC
— Tegaru Disaster Relief FUND – TDRF (@TdrFund) June 13, 2022
The news of Dawit’s death was shared on Twitter. “The Amazing Dawit Nega, Passed Away After Long Illness,” according to a Twitter post. Dawit was also on total bed rest owing to the condition he had been diagnosed with, according to the statement. It all started with the multifaceted singer’s recognition as one of the few vocalists who helped to internationalise Tigrigna music.
🏴 One of VERY FEW musicians to internationalize #Tigrigna sound, partnering with @cokestudio, the amazing Dawit Nega, passed away after long illness that made him bed ridden for a year.
— Naty Yifru (@NatyYifru) June 12, 2022
Rest in Peace, Dawit
👇 his Coke Studio, profile, Tigrigna mix & his song featuring @Mo_Farah pic.twitter.com/i4Y6I8dCvi
Early life of Dawit Nega
Dawit Nega died when he was 34 years old. The well-known Tigrigna singer/songwriter was born and reared in Mekelle, Tigray’s capital. In a televised interview, he stated that his parents died when he was just ten years old. To make a living at such a young age, he peddled chewing gum, cigarettes, and other products on the streets of Mekelle. Dawit Nega, an Ethiopian singer, died on June 12th. Nega applied to join “Circus Tigray” when he was 15 years old in order to find his passion for music.
Dawit was offered the opportunity to join a March Band and play the drums after his application to join the Circus Tigray was rejected. Dawit was affiliated with one of the most well-known and recognised music businesses, Coke Studios, outside of his own nation. He was also one of the few vocalists throughout the world who was carrying on the Tigrigna music tradition.