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British Reggae Artists Raise £8,000 for Ethiopia in 1985

7/13/2025

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In 1985, amidst the buzz of Live Aid, British reggae artists spearheaded their own charity initiative, "Let's Make Africa Green Again." Under Leon Leiffer's leadership, they recorded a powerful single and hosted a concert, raising over £8,000 for Ethiopian famine relief. Their impactful efforts, though initially overlooked, earned them lasting recognition with the naming of Brafa Square in Hackney.

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In 1985, amidst the buzz of Live Aid, British reggae artists spearheaded their own charity initiative, "Let's Make Africa Green Again." Under Leon Leiffer's leadership, they recorded a powerful single and hosted a concert, raising over £8,000 for Ethiopian famine relief. Their impactful efforts, though initially overlooked, earned them lasting recognition with the naming of Brafa Square in Hackney.