Whats Out Addis, people information about interesting people in town and in Ethiopian history
Over the weekend of 25-26 April 2026, 17 members of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs gathered at Kuriftu Resorts & Spa in Bishoftu for a beautifully curated celebration of World Chaîne Day. Arriving on Saturday afternoon to sweeping lake views, the evening began at the private residence of Tadiwos Belete, CEO of Kuriftu Resorts & Boston Partners PLC […]
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Chachi Tadesse returns to Addis Ababa with a renewed mission to empower women through mindfulness, healing, and self-discovery. Drawing on years of experience in breathwork, tapping yoga, and personal development, she introduces a program designed to help women reconnect with themselves and build lasting self-worth. Her approach blends simple yet powerful techniques—breathwork, gentle tapping yoga,
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Growing up in Ethiopia including a career in aviation, shaped the perspective of Miriam Tensaye teaching her to appreciate beauty, culture and community. Visiting breathtaking locations in Ethiopia, celebrating history and diverse cultures deeply influenced her love for travel. Miriam’s online journey began with simple curiosity, wanting to experience and see more of life beyond
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Chaîne des Rôtisseurs at Sheraton Addis Marriott Steakhouse On 24 March 2026, the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs hosted an elegant evening at the new Marriott Steakhouse in Sheraton Addis, celebrating fine dining, friendship, and exceptional hospitality. Bailli Délégué Otto Kurzendorfer opened the event with welcoming remarks, setting a warm tone for the night. Under the guidance
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Renowned Ethiopian film maker Professor Haile Gerima received the Berlinale Camera, an honorary award recognizing outstanding contributions to the world of filmmaking, at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival held in Berlin, Germany, on 17 February 2026. Following the award ceremony, Gerima’s latest film, “Black Lions – Roman Wolves”, was screened – a world premiere. The film
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No other family has dominated distance running quite like the Dibaba sisters. Tirunesh Dibaba, Genzebe Dibaba, Ejegayehu Dibaba, Anna, and Melat Dibaba have built one of the most powerful legacies in track and field history. Together, they’ve collected: 4 Olympic gold medals, 2 Olympic silvers, 3 Olympic bronzes and 15 World Championship titles. The sisters’
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Among the whimpering of rescued dogs, you will find Feven Melese, a young woman hoping to support thousands of abandoned dogs on the streets of Addis Ababa. The 29-year-old music degree graduate has put up a rare shelter on the outskirts of the city, where she provides food and a place to stay for 40
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Dinaw Mengestu is an Ethiopian American novelist and writer. Recently, Dinaw Mengestu has been elected as President of PEN America, one of the world’s most important organizations defending writers and free expression. PEN America, founded in 1922, has long stood for imprisoned and silenced writers across the globe. “Dinaw Mengestu has spent his career illuminating
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Tsige Kahsay Kiros made an instant and positive impression on live broadcasts at the UCI Road World Championships in Rwanda, presenting herself on the global cycling stage with an aggressive and courageous ride that saw her placed seventh in the Junior Women’s Road Race. Born and raised in Tigray, Tsige developed her talents at performance-boosting
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Ethiopia’s Ashenafi Kebede Performing Arts Center In June 2024, Addis Ababa University inaugurated the Ashenafi Kebede Performing Arts Center at the Yared School of Music, a milestone in Ethiopia’s cultural and educational landscape. Named after Professor Ashenafi Kebede (1938–1998), a composer, ethnomusicologist, and pioneering music educator, the center celebrates his enduring legacy and provides a
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