Olympic Torch Relay Excitement & Anticipation In Ethiopia
Sebastien Cailleux began his journey in Ethiopia the goal of surpassing the four medals won at the last Games in Tokyo in 2020. The Ethiopian Olympic Committee (EOC) hopes that this Olympic year, Ethiopia will …
Chewatacon Honours Critical Mass Co-Founder Maren Ahlers
A Popular Monthly Community Mass Bike Ride Representing all cyclists in Addis Ababa, Egre Menged እግረ መንገድ’s Co-founder Maren Ahlers received Chewatacon’s recognition for ‘The Best Emerging Engaging Experience of the Year’ for Critical Mass …
The Ethiopian Heritage Museum In The Park
The distinct heritage house that remained standing while everything around it was being demolished (to make way for Friendship Park, phase 02, opposite the Abrehot Library) definitely picqued peoples interest. So it was great to …
Become Your Own Barista: Introducing Barista Skills 101 #2
Yonas, who speaks both Amharic and English, is now offering small, unique classes (up to 5 students) on how to become your own Barista, and in both languages! This is definitely the class to take if …
Breaking Ground Ethiopia
Breaking Ground Ethiopia (BGE) is a new concept that had never been tried before in Ethiopia. BGE is an outreach project that Empowers, Elevates & Educates youth in Ethiopia using the dynamic fusion of Passion, …
Solar Powered Computer Bus
Craft Silicon has donated its first solar-powered computer bus to Ethiopia to advance digital literacy. Craft Silicon Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to advancing digital literacy, unveiled its pioneer free digital literacy program in Ethiopia …
The Adwa Zero Kilometer Project Nearing Completion
The Adwa Zero Kilometer Museum Project is underway in the historic Piassa across from the office of the mayor and next to the statue of Emperor Menelik II. This project celebrates Ethiopia commemorating its victory …
Kubik: Homes From Recyled Plastic Waste
The amount of plastic waste produced globally is on track to triple to over 1,000 million tons by 2060. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) report predicts that developed countries will continue to …
Friendship Park – An Oasis In The Heart Of Addis
The park contains eateries, greenhouses, a fitness center and a running track. Currently, it costs 130 ETB to enter for as long as you like and there is a large car park. The park has …
Creative Social Enterprise Kine Circus Classes
Making new friends, having fun, and fostering creativity are all valuable advantages of the circus classes! KINE CIRCUS is pleased to announce Circus & Gymnastic classes are now in session providing kids with circus and …
Antiquarian Books And Local History In Piassa
Piassa is filled with history from its significant architectural history to the locals who have been born and raised there. Strolling through Piassa, it is possible to savour the sense of community and history of …
STUDIO 11: A Creative Oasis In Addis Ababa
Nestled in the heart of Addis Ababa, Studio 11 stands as a testament to the creativespirit. Studio 11’s founders, Nafkot Gebeyehu and Zion Yaynu, are two female artistspassionate about promoting Ethiopian art and culture. Studio …
Living In A Diplomatic Hub:
Celebrating United Nations Day On 24 October As the seat of the African Union and a regional United Nations office, Addis Ababa is a diplomatic hub hosting many embassies of UN member states. Here are …
Ethiopian New Year – Let’s Celebrate!
“Enkutatash the “gift of jewels” The change of seasons, the legend of the Queen of Sheba, the Bible, Christian spirituality, the ancient Coptic calendar and the blooming of the golden Meskel flowers are all associated …
Hoya Hoye – It’s Buhe!
Ethiopia has many unique religious and cultural festivals involving distinctive rituals, and Buhe is one of these. Traditionally, Buhe (Ge’ez: ቡሄ), is a feast day observed by the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church on 19 August …
