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Liya Kebede & empowering Ethiopian women Since its creation in 2007, Liya Kebede’s brand Lemlem has aimed to preservetraditional Ethiopian weaving techniques while providing stable jobs for women. Lemlem is contributing to Ethiopia’s economic growth, which has averaged 10% annually, by focusing on slow, ancestral techniques. Every Lemlem garment is handmade by Ethiopian artisans, who […]
As the dawn of Timket approaches, Ethiopia becomes a vibrant hub of celebratory activity as the Ethiopian Orthodox church meticulously stages an opulent re-enactment of Jesus Christ’s baptism in the River Jordan by the revered figure of John the Baptist. A multitude of colorful ceremonies are dispersed across the country, firmly cementing this grand religious
In a quiet side street in Kazanchis, stands an old villa in a peaceful garden, exuding charm and calm. Welcome to Mamma Mia, an authentic Italian restaurant specializing in traditional, homemade dishes with a choice of ten different kinds of freshly made pasta.Since it opened in 2015, Mamma Mia has become popular for relaxed lunches
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Celebrate under blue skies during warm, sunny days. December is a month of festive celebrations around the world and Ethiopia is no exception. Although the country celebrates Christmas (Genna) in early January and the new year was celebrated in September, those living in Addis Ababa enjoy the opportunity to celebrate Christmas and new year twice,
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27 October to 19 November 2023 A bigger and bolder edition: 1 city, 4 venues, 10 days, 10 short Ethiopian films, 20 award-winning European productions, Q&A with film personalities, workshops & masterclasses with film professionals and a short film competition. All free of charge! The 2023 EUFF kicks-off on Friday, 27 October with an invitation-only
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“ … the most inhospitable, inhabited place on the planet” September marks the transition of the cloudy, rainy Kremt to the golden, warm and sunny skies of Bega in Ethiopia. But there is a place here that begs to differ: in the heart of the Afar Triangle lies a place known as the Danakil Depression,
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To move forward, people need to be inspired: they need buildings that enhance their creativity and push them to take their future into their own hands.” Francis Kéré Diébédo Francis Kéré is a Burkinabé-German architect who rose from humble beginnings in the village of Gando in Burkina Faso to being the first African to receive
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What’s Out! Addis, in partnership with Hilton Addis Ababa, presents The Big Art Sale 2023. The Big Art Sale, now in its 18th year, has become the most awaited annual event for art lovers and artists alike. It is regularly attended by over 5000 people over the weekend. The Big Art Sale is one of
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ZIGZAG space is a new must-see location in Addis Abeba. The gallery opened recently and is a center for the arts and crafts world. A variety of creative outputs have come together to create the space. ZIGZAG space reflects over 20 years of hard work and the work of many people. The space showcases a collection
