Ethiopia: Building State – of – the – Art City
[Ethiopian Herald] Once the city, whose economy was dependent on activities dominated by traditional markets and hustles is now to turn to epitome of beauty. Once the city, whose streets and rivers were heavily used freely and in archaic cultural ways …
Ethiopia: Ensuring Heritages Conservation
[Ethiopian Herald] Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, is a city with rich cultural heritage and fascinating history. From ancient churches to bustling marketplaces, the city is a treasure trove of historical artifacts and architectural marvels. Howe…
Africa: The Future of IGAD Amidst Turmoil in the Horn
[African Arguments] Debating Ideas reflects the values and editorial ethos of the African Arguments book series, publishing engaged, often radical, scholarship, original and activist writing from within the African continent and beyond. It offers debat…
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Cultural Coffee Ceremony
[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia being home to a rich tradition, often referred to as the birthplace of coffee, holds a unique and captivating cultural tradition known as the Ethiopian coffee ceremony. This centuries-old ritual is not only a celebration of …
Ethiopia: Adwa Museum – Preserving Ethiopia’s Historic Triumph
[Ethiopian Herald] A massive project that borders Piasa, the Minelik Monument, and the Church of St. George of Arada is located in the centre of Addis Ababa. Additionally, a bridge connects it to the newly remodelled Municipality of Addis Ababa Mayor’s…
Africa: AU Ought to Adopt Amharic As Official Language!
[Ethiopian Herald] Africa has successfully decolonized the continent geographically; it is yet to free itself from the shackles of political, economic, and cultural imperialisms. Colonial legacies are still prevalent and visible in many aspects with ca…
Ethiopia: Patriotism – A Spectacular Culture of Loving One’s Country
[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia is one of the few countries of the African continent endowed with an ancient civilization, societal cohesion and history of government. The nation is located in the very strategic regions of east Africa, which is flanked by …
Ethiopia: Rocks in a Hard Place – Lalibela Priests Raise Fears Amid War and Weather
[African Arguments] Cracks are widening along Ethiopia’s ancient rock-hewn churches. Fighting has come perilously close, but rain is the bigger threat.
Ethiopia: Street Music – Spreading Joy, Entertaining People
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Ethiopia: African American Literature in ‘Roots’, ‘Beloved’ and Other Comparisons
[Ethiopian Herald] ‘Roots: The Saga of American Family’ was written in 1976 by Alex Haley and tells the story of Kunta Kinte, an 18th century African, captured as an adolescent and sold into slavery in Africa and then transported to North America. The …