ውዝግብ! የሚኒሶታው ፌስቲቫል ሲገመገም Why every year controversy?

The 43rd Annual ESFNA Soccer Tournament & Cultural Festival delivered another unforgettable week of soccer, music, culture, and Ethiopian unity. But this year's event was also marked by major controversy. One of the biggest stories was the sponsorship agreement between ESFNA and the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE). After strong public backlash and intense debate within the Ethiopian diaspora, the sponsorship became one of the most talked-about issues surrounding the tournament, with reports that the agreement was later canceled. The controversy reminded many of last year's heated discussions over which artist should be selected to perform at the festival. Once again, ESFNA found itself at the center of passionate community debate. In this episode, Diaspora Media Network (DMN) takes a balanced look at the entire week—from the exciting soccer matches, cultural celebrations, and community reunions to the controversies, criticisms, and lessons that emerged. Our goal is to highlight both the successes and the challenges of one of the largest Ethiopian diaspora gatherings in the world. What did you think about this year's ESFNA? Did the organizers make the right decisions? Share your thoughts respectfully in the comments below. 👍 Like this video 💬 Join the discussion in the comments 🔔 Subscribe to DMN for more Ethiopian diaspora news, analysis, and exclusive coverage from ESFNA and around the world. #ESFNA #ESFNA2026 #DMN #DiasporaMediaNetwork #Ethiopia #EthiopianDiaspora #Minnesota #Soccer #Culture #CBE