Africa Through the Eyes of Diplomats 2026
April 30 – May 17, 2026, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa This spring, the diplomatic landscape of Addis Ababa transforms as …
The Art Of Color Combinations In Fashion
In clothing, colors speak louder than words. The right mix can express confidence, elegance, or playfulness, while the wrong pairing …
Relax Without Pressure
In January 2026, habeshaview cinema launched a monthly film membership club aiming to bring together a vibrant community with a …
The Iconic Ibex Band
There’s a tendency to regard the seventies as a golden age of Ethiopian music. The legendary musical outfit The Ibex …
Africa Hall Wins Modernist Conservation Award
World Monuments Fund and the furniture designer Knoll have announced the winner of their annual prize for the conservation of …
Biru Worku: A Bold Voice in Contemporary Ethiopian Art
A Bold Voice in Contemporary Ethiopian Art I was truly inspired by the work of Biru Worku, an emerging Ethiopian …
Addis House Of Culture
Addis House of Culture (AHOC) is a vibrant cultural hub in Addis Ababa, celebrating art, fostering creativity, and engaging the …
Saint Balthazar: An Ethiopian Wise Man
Balthazar, also called Balthasar, was, according to Christian tradition, one of the three biblical Magi (also known as wise men …
Architecture In 2026: Purpose, Place, And Africa’s Growing Authority
As architecture enters 2026, the global industry is shifting from spectacle toward purpose-driven, human-centered design. Adaptive reuse, climate-responsive buildings, and …
Addis Literature Festival
A CELEBRATION OF WORDS, IDENTITY, AND CONNECTIONDecember 2–14, 2025 Calling all avid readers and passionate writers! The first ever Addis …
When The Human Touch Meets The Algorithm
There’s a growing fear that artificial intelligence will replace architects and designers. Yet, having spent over a decade in this …
Tessema Asrat: Bridging Continents Through Art
Ethiopian-born artist Tessema Asrat has been transforming the art scene in Qatar with his vibrant and culturally rich creations. Having …
Rooted Futures: Building Tomorrow With African Intelligence
When we talk about Afrocentric design, many people picture bold patterns, colors, and textiles. But it’s really about much more—it’s …
The Grand Fendika – A Stage For The Street In Addis Ababa
World renowned Italian architectural firm CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati has unveiled the design for the Grand Fendika Cultural Center, a new …
Meskel: Ethiopia’s Radiant Festival Of The True Cross
Meskel, celebrated annually on September 27 (or 28 during leap years), is one of Ethiopia’s most treasured religious holidays. Rooted …
Oversimplified:
Is Architecture Losing Its Soul? Across the globe, architecture and design are increasingly dominated by a sterile, overly simplified aesthetic …
Want To Learn Animation?
HAHO Animation Studio is a privately held animation studio in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia that specializes in 2D and 3D animation, …
Biophilic Design: Reimagining Addis Ababa Through Nature’s Lens
What if our buildings could breathe, our interiors could bloom, and our built environments could pulse with life? In Addis …
The Big Art Sale 20Th Anniversary
A Weekend Art Extravaganza where Art Meets Heart Join us in celebrating 20 years of artistic brilliance at The Big …
Affini: An Epic New Ethiopian Film
‘Affini’, an epic Ethiopian film, is making history as the first of its kind to be screened twice at the …
