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Every year, the highlands of Tigray come alive with music, color, and celebration during Ashenda — one of Ethiopia’s most vibrant cultural festivals. Celebrated mainly by girls and young women, Ashenda takes place after the Filseta fasting season in the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church tradition. The word “Ashenda” comes from a tall green grass that […]
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Redefining Ethiopian Culture Through Contemporary Art In a world where digital culture often moves faster than history can be remembered, Yatreda has emerged as one of Ethiopia’s most original and globally recognized contemporary art collectives. founded by Kiya Tadele and her family, Yatreda is not simply an art brand — it is a movement dedicated
Born in 1960 in Addis Ababa, Behailu Bezabih was a leading figure in Ethiopian contemporary art—an innovative painter and dedicated educator whose influence spanned more than four decades. His passing in April 2026 marks the loss of a powerful creative voice that helped shape the country’s modern visual identity. Known for his spontaneous and experimental style, Behailu’s work
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April 30 – May 17, 2026, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa This spring, the diplomatic landscape of Addis Ababa transforms as policy briefs are traded for camera lenses. We are thrilled to announce the second edition of the visual art project, ‘Africa Through the Eyes of Diplomats’, a prestigious collaboration spearheaded by a coalition of Ambassadors
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In 2001, a dream came to life a vision to celebrate, explore, and share the vibrant heartbeat of Addis Ababa, helping everyone enjoy the best of city living. What started as a small magazine called What’s Up has blossomed into What’s Out Addis, a platform that informs, inspires, and connects a community that is rich, dynamic, and endlessly
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The Inspiring Work Of Bruktawit Abdu Mahamued Bruktawit Abdu Mahamued is one of Ethiopia’s leading voices in bird conservation, dedicating her career to the protection of the country’s most threatened avian species. An ornithologist and conservation biologist, she currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Kotebe University of Education in Addis Ababa. Her work combines
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A CELEBRATION OF WORDS, IDENTITY, AND CONNECTIONDecember 2–14, 2025 Calling all avid readers and passionate writers! The first ever Addis Literature Festival is here, organised by Culture Club in partnership with the British Council, Hilton Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa University and BookWorld. Envisaged as an annual event, it promises an immersive experience of meaningful interactions
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Addis Ababa, are you ready to eat, laugh, and celebrate together? The Culture Club is serving up something special—Pasta Festa 2025! After two incredible years of delicious memories, we’re back with an even bigger and tastier celebration of Italian cuisine, local talent, and community spirit On Saturday, November 1st, the Millennium Compound will transform into
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September is the month when the city, rich in history and culture, welcomes thousands of children returning to classrooms across government and private schools. This period marks a fresh start, filled with hope and anticipation for academic success. As the new academic year begins in Addis Ababa, students, parents, and teachers gear up for another
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Ethiopia’s rainy season, Kiremt, from June to September, transforms the landscape into a lush, green paradise. While the rain often keeps people indoors, it’s a wonderful time to bond with your family and explore creative activities with your kids. Indoor Adventures Rainy days are perfect for arts and crafts. Encourage kids to create Ethiopian-inspired designs
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