While mainstream media may not always admit it, Ethiopia can easily be credited as the birthplace of premium coffee beans. The East African nation has a longstanding history filled with traditional rituals that center the caffeinated magic. In hopes of…
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Addis NOLA is a Celebration of Ethiopia’s Authentic Flavors
Addis NOLA is more than a restaurant—it’s a celebration of East African culture and heritage. The family-owned establishment offers a truly authentic Ethiopian dining experience. Since its opening in August 2019, Addis NOLA has garnered attention from locals and visitors. Now…
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10 Museums in Africa to Visit This Year
The African continent is home to a diverse range of cultures and traditions which are reflected in museums located across the continent. The vast collections of art and artifacts in African museums represent the history of its people and culture,…
Read MoreRophnan Reconciles the Grief of Ethiopia’s Past With Its Future Potential In New Album
The time-traveling, genre-defying artist ROPHNAN is best known for weaving traditional Ethiopian instrumentation with contemporary music to transport listeners into his futuristic musical universe. Following the popularity of his EP, SOST (III), the first installation of an epic musical trilogy,…
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Ethiopia Declares State of Emergency Amid Rising Regional Attacks
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has declared a state of emergency. This follows alleged rising attacks from the northern region of Tigray. According to The Washington Post, the Ethiopian government alleges that the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) provoked the…
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Veteran Ethiopian Political Activist Mesfin Woldemariam Has Died
Ethiopian activist Professor Mesfin Woldemariam and founder of the Ethiopian Human Rights Council has passed away. Woldemariam reportedly passed away on Tuesday in the capital city Addis Ababa reportedly from coronavirus-induced complications. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has since expressed his…
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Deep Dive: Protest Movements Across the Continent
This year, although only seven months in, has and continues to be an eventful one across all fronts. While the entire world is collectively reeling from the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, there have been considerable shifts on the…
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