FAQs
1. What Is Irreecha in Ethiopia?
A simple explanation of Irreecha, the Oromo thanksgiving festival, its cultural importance, and its important cultural etiquette.
2. What Calendar Does Ethiopia Use Today?
Learn about the Ethiopian calendar system, how it differs from the Gregorian calendar, and why Ethiopia celebrates New Year on a different date.
3. Are Drones Allowed in Ethiopia for Tourists?
Find out Ethiopia’s drone laws, including restricted zones, required clearances, and safety guidelines that every operator must follow.
4. Is Ethiopia a Muslim Country?
No, Ethiopia is not a Muslim country — it is a multi-religious nation with a long history of both Christianity and Islam.
5. Is It Worth Visiting Gambella National Park?
Gambella National Park is Ethiopia’s largest and most remote protected area, offering a raw, off-the-grid safari experience with stunning wetlands, rare wildlife, and minimal crowds.
6. What is Cusitic in Ethiopia?
Today, Cushitic languages are spoken mainly in Ethiopia, Somalia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Kenya, and parts of Sudan and Tanzania.
7. Why Wenchi Ethiopia Should Be on Your Travel List?
Wenchi (also spelled Wancii or Wonchi) is located between 150 and 160 kilometers west of the capital city of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa.
8. What are the entry rules at Ethiopia’s borders?
While Ethiopia has modernized its visa process, specific regulations at land and air borders, as well as health requirements, must be followed to ensure a smooth entry.
9. Can I extend my tourist visa while in Ethiopia?
Visitors holding a valid Ethiopian tourist visa may be eligible to request an extension, depending on the visa type and current immigration policies.
10. When Was Ethiopia Officially Founded?
Ethiopia is one of the world’s oldest nations with continuous statehood, and the oldest independent country in Africa, as its history of organized civilization spans thousands of years. Nevertheless, it is hard to identify a specific date of foundation as it has ancient origins.
