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DOWN FALLS


DOWN FALLS

A man stands with his hands locked behind his back, the universal posture of deep disappointment, as he studies the metal-sheet wall in front of him, a structure clearly assembled with more optimism than precision. Across the city, recent demolitions are hidden behind tall panels of corrugated metal sheets, lined up side by side and freshly painted in loud blues or greys. The colours seem deliberate: a bright signal to the public that the chaos behind the barrier is, supposedly, the start of something new.

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HOOF TRAFFIC

At Qera abattoir on Alexander Pushkin Street, traffic doesn't just slow down, it negotiates. A full-blown procession of cattle takes over the asphalt, turning the city road into an impromptu grazing corridor where horns replace honks and hooves set the pace of movement. Traders flank the herd with practiced ease, guiding the animals through the urban maze as buses, trucks, and impatient cars wait their turn like polite spectators in a countryside parade that somehow wandered into the city's bloo...


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CARE BENCHMARK

Bethesda American Medical Plaza has reached a historic milestone, becoming the first hospital in Ethiopia to secure accreditation from the Joint Commission International (JCI). The recognition was unveiled during its first anniversary celebration held at the Skylight Hotel on June 28, 2026. The event also featured a guided tour of the hospital's facilities, where senior officials and guests examined patient rooms and service areas. During the visit, Ayele Teshome (MD), CEO of Bethesda American M...


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FUTURE ANCHOR

Rising behind the Skylight Hotel, the Ethiopian Airlines headquarters project is gradually taking shape as a multi-building complex designed to consolidate corporate, commercial, and customer operations under one hub. Developed by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), the development spans 33,560 square metres and comprises six interconnected buildings. Construction commenced in August 2023, with completion targeted for August 2026. As the deadline approaches, the site re...