Ethiopia: Feel the Pulse of Addis Ababa's Streets

As the sun dips below the horizon, Meskel Square awakens, bathed in vibrant lights and the infectious rhythms of live music. Every Saturday, this iconic spot transforms into an… Read more »

Ethiopia: Six Palaces, Tourist Attractions to Get Facelift With New Budget

The federal government has allocated more than four billion birr to an initiative that would see the renovation or construction of several palaces, popular tourist attractions, and… Read more »

Ethiopia: Guarding a Heritage - a Bid to Protect Mawlid Through UNESCO

Mawlid holds immense cultural and historical significance for Ethiopia's Muslim community. It serves not only as a religious observance but also encompasses intricate traditions… Read more »

Ethiopia: Rising Productions Costs Thicken Plot for Producers, Writers

The commercialization of scripts and lyrics is a recent and quickly growing trend in the Ethiopian entertainment industry. This booming frontier offers new and more lucrative… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Cinema Champions Worth Rediscovering

Filmmaker's top 10 picks of Ethiopian cinematic greats Read more »

Ethiopia: Finding Artistic Freedom in Ethiopia

All forms of artistic creation--from music and visual art to writing and filmmaking--share a common goal: the exploration of personal expression. One of the numerous obstacles that… Read more »

Ethiopia: Dibekulu's First Steps Towards a Solo Career

The former Jano-band vocalist Dibekulu Tafesse was inspired to become a musician after hearing his uncle perform with legends. He saw his uncle, keyboardist and pianist Araya… Read more »