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Ethiopian Family Business Forum: Inaugural Conference

PASSING THE TORCH: SUSTAINING SUCCESS IN ETHIOPIAN FAMILY BUSINESSES The Ethiopian Family Business Forum’s inaugural conference, organized by HST Consulting in partnership with the Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations, took place in September 2024.This event brought together leaders from prominent family-owned businesses across Ethiopia to address the unique challenges and opportunities these […]

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Made In Ethiopia: Documentary

Arts & Culture / what's out addis

When a massive Chinese industrial park lands in rural Ethiopia, a dusty farming town finds itself at the new frontier of globalization. The sprawling factory complex’s formidable Chinese director, Motto now needs every bit of mettle and charm she can muster to push through a high-stakes expansion that promises 30,000 new jobs. Ethiopian farmer Workinesh

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Burnt Eucalyptus Wood: On Origins, Language And Identity

Book Review / what's out addis

Author Ennatu Domingo was adopted from Ethiopia at the age of seven and transplanted to Barcelona where she learned to flourish. But she never forgot her nomadic childhood in the mountains and meadows of Gondar. She holdsa BA in Political Science and an MA in International Conflict and Security. She was awarded a Schuman traineeship

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Wheatgrass: The New Superfood?

Food, Health & Wellness / what's out addis

Tthe common wheat plant used as a food, drink, or dietary supplement. Claims about the health benefits of wheatgrass range from providing supplemental nutrition to having unique curative properties, but these claims have not been scientifically proven. WHEATGRASS BENEFITS According to 2015 research (www.functionalfoodscenter.net/files/47516971.pdf) It’s a SuperfoodWheatgrass is packed with a powerful combination of nutrients

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Ethiopian Produced Water Filter

Health & Wellness / what's out addis

Reduce plastic, drink fresh water and save money! The Minch Household Water Filter made from durable aluminum, is proudly developed and manufactured in Ethiopia and is the first Ethiopian table-top water filter that has been granted international certification for removing harmful bacteria and protozoa from contaminated water. In November 2020, the MINCH filter was certified

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Yo Meskela

People / what's out addis

May we live until the donkeys grow horns, May we live until all the virgins get married These are the blessings that the elders of the Gamo people exchange during the celebration of Meskel. For them, Meskel is more than just a celebration – it marks the time of abundant harvest, a moment when elders

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The Puagmae Festival

Events / what's out addis

Entoto Park, 6 – 10 September, 2024The World’s only 13th-Month International Festival for Pan-Africanism The Puagmae Festival returns for its 7th edition this September, transforming Entoto Park in Addis Ababa into a vibrant celebration of Africa’s unity and diversity. Running from September 6th to 10th, this exceptional event coincides with the Ethiopian New Year, marking

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The New And Unique Tesfa Calendar And Desk Diary

Travel / what's out addis

Running from 1 Sep 2024 – 31 Aug 2025 for 2017 EC, this invaluable calendar displays Western dates (Gregorian) and Ethiopian dates. It weaves the many saints’ days, annual festivals, fasting periods, Islamic holidays, various curiosities and even the full moon dates into a Western calendar matrix.Convert Ethiopian dates, and plan ahead to see when

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Habits Of Truly Happy People

People / what's out addis

The pursuit of true happiness involves more than just seeking immediate pleasure. Recent research categorizes happiness seekers into three groups: those pursuing pleasure, engagement, or meaning. People who focus on engagement or meaning tend to be happier. To cultivate happiness, incorporate these 11 habits: By adopting these habits, you not only enhance your happiness but

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Dire Dawa: The Eastern Jewel

Travel / what's out addis

As the railway project progressed, the town also developed, attracting a diverse population of Greeks, Armenians, and Arabs who opened hotels and shops. This once great imperial railway company, during its early operations, provided landlocked Ethiopia access to the sea via Djibouti. Currently, the old railway line only operates between Dire Dawa & Dewele, a

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