Professor Pankhurst Laid to Rest at Holy Trinity Addis AbabaFebruary 21, 2017 - Professor Richard Pankhurst, the prominent historian and researcher on Ethiopia, was laid to rest at the Saint Trinity Cathedral today, according to ENA. Professor Richard Pankhurst was born in London in 1927 and earned a BSc. Professor Richard Pankhurst taught for many years at the University College of Addis Ababa, which later became Addis Ababa University, it was indicated. He was also the founder and the first Director of the Institute of Ethiopian Studies (IES), and promoted the development of library, museum, and art gallery. Professor Richard Pankhurst died at the age of 90 and is survived by his wife, Rita, a son, a daughter, and four grandchildren.

Source: Ethiopian News February 21, 2017 21:25 UTC