YEMa, also known as Yemariam Chernet, is a talented young- ster and performing artist hailing from Ethiopia. Her most recent accomplishment comes in the form of her original debut album, “Yedega Sew,” where she has artfully collaborated with a diverse array of successful musicians, showcasing her versatility and artistry within the world music genre. 

YEMa, recognized for her debut album “Yedega Sew,” made her public performance debut at a listening event held at the Marriott Hotel. Following the album launch, she embarked on a three month tour with the French international company Phenix, starting on November 23, 2024.

During this tour, YEMa showcased her talent in over 70 per- formances across 17 cities in France, including Paris, Lyon, Cannes, Dijon, Poitiers, Saint-Dizier, Chambéry, and more. The tour captivat- ed over 350,000 international audience mem- bers, offering them a glimpse into the extraordinary artistry of Ethiopian music.

YEMa was awarded the Elle Yale Music Album of the Year on June 1, 2025. Additionally, the music score, for which she played the soundtrack of the film Doka, has been awarded Best Film Music Score of the Year at the Gumma Awards.