title: Hama Tuma
text: # Hama Tuma
  
  Hama Tuma (born May 25, 1949) is an Ethiopian poet and writer in the Amharic and English languages.
  
  ## Biography
  
  Born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Tuma studied Law in Addis Ababa University. He became an advocate for democracy and justice. This has caused him to be banned by three different Ethiopian governments. This situation sharpened his use of satire and he is known as one of Ethiopia's greatest satirists. He has travelled widely but currently lives in Paris with his wife and daughter. His books have been translated into English, Italian, French, and Hebrew.
  
  