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Ethiopia-United Kingdom (UK) ties to enter ‘new era’

A lock of hair from a young Ethiopian prince, who died over 140 years ago, has been handed over in the UK to representatives from his home country. In 1868, British soldiers took Prince Alemayehu away after invading the fortress of his father, Emperor Tewodros II, who then killed himself.

A lock of hair belonging to Prince Alemayehu was returned to Ethiopia's ambassador to the United Kingdom.

On both sides of the Atlantic Ocean this past week, senior members of the Royal Family stepped onto the world stage — and put a prime concern they share front and centre.

A lock of hair from a young Ethiopian prince, who died over 140 years ago, has been handed over in the UK to representatives from his home...

A lock of hair from a young Ethiopian prince, who died over 140 years ago, has been handed over in the UK to representatives from his home country.

The son of Emperor Tewodros II was captured in 1868 at the age of seven by a British expedition. The royal house has so far refused to return his remains, which lie in Windsor Castle

Prince Alemayehu, who was taken to the UK aged seven, died at 18 after an unhappy upbringing.

A lock of hair from a young Ethiopian prince has been handed over in the UK to representatives from his home country after 140 years.

Ambassador Teferi Melesse presented certificates of recognition to dozens of Scottish doctors and nurses