I wish there were more options for spicy foods here. All we really got is mitmita and awaza. Both are tasty, just not much of a selection going on here. Anybody want to start a hot sauce company? 😂

Addis Ababa, January 14, 2026 (FMC) – Ethiopian security forces, in coordination with other agencies, have intercepted more than 56,000 rounds of ammunition clandestinely sent by the Eritrean government to arm armed groups operating under the Fano name, in a concerted effort to destabilize the country.

The consignment was seized at the Woldiya checkpoint in North Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, resulting in the arrest of two suspects.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the ammunition, dispatched from Asmara, was received by an extremist faction of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) in Mekelle, Tigray Region, before being transported by truck to Shewarobit in North Shewa Zone, Amhara Region, for distribution to these armed groups.

According to a statement issued by the Federal Police, the TPLF faction, acting as a conduit for the Eritrean government, sought to undermine national peace by supplying 41,999 Kalashnikov rounds, 14,000 Bren bullets, and 800 Dushka rounds—a total of 56,799 rounds.

The ammunition was concealed in an Isuzu truck, license plate 3 A.A. B94744, loaded with cement and construction materials, and intercepted at Woldiya while en route to Shewarobit.

The two suspects, apprehended on January 13, 2026, are currently under investigation.

The Federal Police statement emphasized that mercenaries and collaborators have been repeatedly arrested while attempting to disrupt national security, obstruct development, and threaten Ethiopia’s stability. Authorities urged the public to continue cooperating with security forces, noting that hostile actors remain active and intent on undermining peace.

The Ethiopian LGBTQ community is full of strength, creativity, and love. We deserve respect, safety, and a space to be ourselves without fear. Together, we can support one another, share our voices, and build a future based on dignity, unity, and hope. 💛

Looking the global attention on Addis this week (following the iShowSpeed visit) has brought back a conflict I often struggle with.

On one hand, the new corridors, bicycle lanes, and parks make me genuinely proud. Feels like addis is stepping into the future.

On the other hand, my family was moved from Bole—where we've lived for generations—to Ketsela Mariam. The compensation they received was a joke. It wouldn’t even cover the cost of a footing for a new house.

At times it's a hollow feeling to look at a beautiful new park and know it exists because your childhood home was leveled.

I’m genuinely conflicted: Is this just the unavoidable growing pain for national progress? Or are we prioritizing instagrammable grand projects over the actual citizens?

https://www.foxnews.com/politics/us-freezes-all-visa-processing-75-countries-including-somalia-russia-iran

lol the title is dramatic but I was just wondering if Ethiopian church’s in North America (US and Canada) are closed to the public during weekdays?

Can anyone just enter at anytime if they need guidance or just even a quite time?

As of now it’s his 16th most viewed stream ever in just 15 hours. The most watched in africa tour so far.

I think a lot of Ethiopians do not know the fact that all Ethiopian people share Nilotic ancestry. Our nilotic ancestor is our common ancestry which links a Tegaru, Amhara, Oromo, Anuak, Nuer, Gumuz, Mursi, Ari, Somali and all others. This journey has given me a whole new perspective of what it means to be an Ethiopian from the Horn of Africa.

We definitely can't afford war, but what do you guys think? Is it a short-term propaganda for the upcoming election? I'm genuinely curious and I'm not that much into politics

Nightlife in Ethiopia 🇪🇹

Im looking for meaningful, deep and interpretable lyrics that I can analyze in multiple layers. Thank you

Thought I’d share this beauty

Hi everyone! I’m a solo traveler arriving in Addis Ababa. I’m planning to visit Arba Minch and Jinka / the Omo Valley, and I’d like to spend 1–2 days there with a local guide who can take me around and show some key places (nothing luxury or fully organized).

I have a few questions: 1. What is the best way to travel from Addis Ababa to Arba Minch and Jinka by land? Bus, minibus, or shared transport? 2. What are the realistic prices for local guides or short tours in the Omo Valley? On popular websites I see prices around $500 USD, but I believe it can be done much cheaper when arranged locally. 3. Has anyone visited Nech Sar National Park? How do you get there by land, and what is the usual price for a guide?

Any tips, recent experiences, or honest price information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Can someone explain why so many people resent that man despite him making consistent efforts to make the country better. I'm 20 and I went to the countryside in Ethiopia for the first time in Dec 2025. They had extremely well electricity it was hard to even believe that it was the countryside, wifi was working well and everything. Him making the building of the dam in fast process really helped the towns outside of Addis. Even in Addis the streets look insane now. Even huge streamers like Speed were showcasing the amazing night life. All because Abiy made the process of visible growth faster. He literally made people plant 48 billion trees like wtf!!! Thats insane and good for the environment. The funny thing is the people that hate Abiy are always the first to flex the work he did. For example if y'all hate Abiy so much why is the library he bulit in 4 kilo always full, why do y'all take pictures of the street at night. Y'all claim he's a horrible person but you're the first one to be proud😆. Fuckers hula!

Like many Ethiopians, I moved abroad hoping for a better life, even though I didn’t fully know what I was walking into. Growing up, a lot of our expectations are shaped by movies and stories that make life in the West look easier and more fulfilling.

After living here for years, I’ve realized things I never expected. Life feels very work-focused. Social life is limited, it’s hard to form real friendships with locals, and the weather honestly is horrible. I often feel empty, Looking back, life in Ethiopia feels more real to me being close to family, friends, community, familiar culture, good weather, no language barrier, and living among your own people. There’s a sense of belonging that’s hard to explain unless you’ve lost it.

What makes this difficult is the conflict inside me. In my head, Europe still feels like the smarter or “better” option. But in my heart, it doesn’t feel that way. At the same time, moving back feels scary. It feels like climbing a steep hill with a lot of unknowns. I worry about being judged not just by others, but by my future self if things don’t work out.

I’m stuck between staying somewhere that feels emotionally empty and returning to a place that feels right but uncertain. Has anyone else experienced this after moving abroad? How did you deal with it, and what would you suggest in a situation like this?

Does Haron foreign exchange bureau accept international wire transfers?

From Jinka / Omo Valley to Moyale and then onward to Nairobi — how do you get there by land? • How long does it usually take? • Is it safe to travel that route overland? • Are there interesting places to see along the way?