"Tigray" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Tigray is a region in the northern part of Ethiopia, bordering Eritrea. The name "Tigray" comes from the Tigrinya language, which is also spoken in the region. The Tigray region is known for its rich cultural heritage and history.
In political context, the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) was a major force behind the overthrow of the Ethiopian military regime in 1991. The TPLF-led government dominated politics in Ethiopia from 1991 to 2018, but Tigray has been experiencing tension and conflict with the Ethiopian government since 2020.