DC & Addis to Become Sister Cities
Washington, D.C. and Addis Ababa will become sister cities this month when the two cities formalize Protocols of Friendship.
Tag: Addis Ababa
In Pictures: Ethiopia Celebrates 2-1 Victory Over South Africa
The following photographs were taken in Addis on Sunday following Ethiopia’s 2-1 victory against South Africa.
Tadias Interview: Aida Muluneh on Her Ethiopia Exhibition ‘So Long a Letter’
Last month Aida Muluneh held a successful solo exhibition at TO.MO.CA gallery in Addis Ababa.
The African Union Turns 50: Voices From Ethiopia — Past and Present
African Union members celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), founded on May 25, 1963.
Yadesa Bojia Reflects on African Union Flag on 50th Anniversary
Yadesa Bojia is the designer of the current flag of the African Union that was adopted in 2010.
Ethiopia: Colours of the Nile Film Festival Announces Call for Entries
Africa’s newest film fest has announced its call for entries, open now through the end of August 2012.
How Ethiopian Music Went Global: Interview with Francis Falceto
Francis Falceto is the editor of the éthiopiques and éthiosonics CD series.”
WEF Africa 2012: Bethlehem T. Alemu Named Social Entrepreneur of the Year
The Schwab Foundation announced six winners of the 2012 Social Entrepreneur Africa award.
Addis Ababa Hosts World Economic Forum & Ethiopia Investment Summit
The investment summit is set for the opening day of The World Economic Forum’s meeting.
2012 Hub of Africa Fashion Week Opens in Addis Ababa
The 2012 Hub of Africa Fashion Week is taking place in Addis Ababa through April 27th.
Eight Artists Selected for Sundance Institute Theatre Workshop in Addis
Sundance Institute announced eight artists selected for 2012 Theatre Stage Workshop.
Ethiopia: Africa 2012 World Economic Forum to Feature Sole Rebels
The two-day meeting brings together leaders in business, politics, academia and other areas.
Ethiopia: What’s Missing in African Union’s New Building?
What is missing is raising eyebrows among Ethiopian scholars, historians and politicians.
How Fikru Mariam’s $37,500 Painting Saved 3 Ethiopian Children
A painting by an Ethiopian artist is sold to help three Ethiopian children with severe spine disease.
Tadias Q & A With Photographer Michael Tsegaye: Addis Ababa’s Red Light District
Addis Ababa does not have a Red Light District per se, but the Sebategna area in Merkato comes close to it.
Ethiopia Festival Showcases Diaspora Music Collective
The roster of artists taking part in the concert include Grammy nominated singer Wayna and jazz vocalist Meklit Hadero.
Hisab: The Hustle and Bustle of Addis Ababa in Short Animation
A stop action animation mixes urban folklore & humor at the hustle and bustle of Addis Ababa.
Zena Bel Band at L’Orange Bleue
Addis Ababa-based Zena Bel Band will be performing at L’Orange Bleu in New York City on Saturday, October 2nd, 2010.
Hub of Africa Fashion Week to Take Place in Addis Ababa
The week will showcase the latest collections in clothing, footwear and accessories from local designers.
Ethiopia’s capital city: Make it prettier and cheaper
Architects want to make Addis Ababa much nicer – one of the higher densities of slum dwellers in the world.
Dispute Leaves Miss Ethiopia Without Prize
Miss Ethiopia 2010 was to receive a brand new Lifan 320, but the sponsor says there was no such deal.