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Night of Ideas: Celebrating the Discovery of Lucy Jan 25, 2025

On January 25, 2025, the Alliance Ethio-Française and Culture Club will present a unique event, “Night of Ideas”, commemorating the anniversary of the discovery of Lucy, one of the most significant fossil finds in human history. Unearthed in Ethiopia, Lucy, an Australopithecus afarensis, has become a cornerstone of our understanding of human evolution. This multidisciplinary

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Mastewal Alemu – High Fashion Made From Sustainable Cotton

Mastewal Alemu is the Founder and Creative Director of Mastewal Alemu, a high-end fashion brand based in Addis using meticulously crafted hand-woven 100% cotton fabrics, skillfully produced on traditional looms by local artisan weavers promoting traditional craftsmanship while creating unique and environmentally conscious fashion pieces.Mastewal brings a unique wealth of knowledge from her background as

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Demam Natural Skin Care

“A visual dialogue exploring the intersection of Basquiat’s legacy with Ethiopian contemporary art”Demam is a female-run small business. Deman in Amharic means beautiful both on the outside and within; someone who radiates great energy.Yulyana, along with her team at Demam, is producing cosmetic products such as healthy skin cleansers and masks. Primary ingredients include quasil

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Beyond Body And Space

by Alebel Desta & Isabel Tesfazghi On Thursday, December 12, 2024, theGoethe-Institut Äthiopien’s main hall was beautifully transformed for the opening of Beyond Body and Space, an immersive soft sculpture installation by artist Isabel Tesfazghi and architect Alebel Desta. In a city where large-scale art installations remain uncommon, this exhibition provided a refreshing experience, blending

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Jean-Michel Basquiat: Impression Of Africa

Presented by the Alliance Ethio-Française in collaboration with Culture Club, Jean-Michel Basquiat: Impression of Africa exhibition is designed to create a bridge between the visual rebellion of Basquiat and the deeply rooted traditions and contemporary challenges of Ethiopian art. Through shared themes of identity, spirituality, cultural heritage, and the fight for recognition, the works spark

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Flu/Cold Tea Bombs Recipe

INGREDIENTS 2 whole lemons (peeled) 2 large bunches of fresh ginger 1 whole head of garlic 2 tablespoons turmeric 1 tablespoon black pepper 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1 ½ tablespoons cayenne pepper (optional, adjust for spice preference) ½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar (ACV) 1 ½ tablespoons honey (or substitute with maple syrup/agave for vegan option) 3

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