Just like its name, the city is sanctified with flowers on the streets. Every official visitor and diplomat is welcomed with a petal. The city with a rich history, was named Addis Ababa, literally ...

Bulldozers have knocked much of the Piassa area of Addis Ababa, erasing centuries of history that Ethiopians built there, starting with Menelik II in the late 1800s. It is now nearly unrecognisable.

A massive demolition campaign in the heart of Addis Ababa is sparking criticism from heritage experts who are mourning the loss of dozens of historic buildings in one of the city’s most famous ...

Only 26 African countries had achieved independence when, in February 1961, Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie ascended a sloping staircase to inaugurate Africa Hall in Addis Ababa, which he gifted as ...

Imagine arriving in a city nestled high in the Ethiopian highlands, where the cool, clean air greets you and the landscape unfolds into in a stunning mix of mountains, valleys, and lively streets.

Spending a full day exploring Addis Ababa offered an incredible look into the culture and history of Ethiopia. Walking ...

Addis Ababa, May 5, 2026 (ENA) — In a landmark tribute to Ethiopia’s cultural legacy, the Addis Ababa City Administration on Tuesday unveiled monuments honoring some of the nation’s most legendary ...

Finalizing all the necessary preparations, Ethiopia is welcoming its guests arriving from various countries to Addis Ababa to participate at the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Only 26 African countries had achieved independence when, in February 1961, Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie ascended a sloping ...