Weeknd has pledged to donate $1 million (approx £7,21,250) to Ethiopian relief efforts in the midst of continued violence in the country.
The platinum-selling R&B artist, who was born to Ethiopian immigrant parents, took to social media to express: “My heart breaks for my people of Ethiopia as innocent civilians ranging from small children to the elderly are being senselessly murdered and entire villages are being displaced out of fear and destruction. ”The artist, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, said that he will be donating to the Ethiopian relief efforts which will “provide 2 million meals” through the United Nations Food Program, while also encouraging “those who can to please give as well”.
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