Blina Shama UK

23/07/2026

One of the dreams closest to our hearts is finding creative and meaningful ways to pass the Blin language on to the next generation and to members of our own generation who never had the opportunity to learn it. Our language carries our identity, our history, our wisdom, and the heartbeat of our people. Preserving our socio-linguistic heritage is a responsibility we owe to our ancestors and a gift we must leave for those who come after us.

We are immensely proud of Abrehet for leading this important initiative with passion and dedication. Her vision gives us hope for the future, and with everyone’s encouragement and support, we know this project will flourish.

Please take a moment to watch Abrehet’s inspiring keynote address at our Annual Gathering in Manchester.

https://youtu.be/Gb1lkKdTDYc?is=iubkn-XcnjDYfLJP

In this inspiring keynote, Abrehet shares a vision for revitalising...

22/07/2026

A thunderous drum echoes through time, carrying the spirit of our ancestors’ songs. Every beat is a tribute to their strength, their stories, and the rhythms that continue to live within us.
This musical performance is inspired by the original song, beautifully sung by Nasah Habtom, whose voice preserves and honors this timeless tradition. The song is performed by our star artist, Solomon Yohannes, whose timeless melodies bring new life to the performance.

A thunderous drum echoes through time, carrying the spirit of our a...

21/07/2026

We hope everyone is safely home and well rested. We hope you enjoy this celebration of our community and music, with special thanks to our hosts, the Manchester community.

Please find the first video from our Manchester Annual Gathering.

Special thanks and full credit to Merhawi for producing and expertly editing this wonderful video.

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Music brings people together, celebrating our shared heritage, cult...

20/07/2026

We built a foundation where our community could continue becoming itself amidst the demands of our time, including life in exile.

Here, our songs carry both lament and celebration. They give voice to our frustrations without surrendering to them, and they honor our joys without forgetting the journeys that made them possible.

Thank you, Manchester, for hosting us: BlinaShamaUK2026

Now the torch passes to London as our next host city from which our shared story continues to unfold.

19/07/2026

19/07/2026

Blina Shama UK 2026
Manchester