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WHEELS & DEALS


WHEELS & DEALS

On the busy stretch of Sudan Street, commonly known as Goma Quteba, entrepreneurship has decided it does not need a shop lease or fancy signage, it has a boot. Quite literally. A young trader has turned the trunk of his car into a compact, mobile storefront, carefully lining up shoes with the precision of a museum curator, except here the “exhibits” are ready to walk off on someone’s feet within minutes. More than just a makeshift retail space, the setup reflects a sharp instinct for opportunity and a hustle-driven mindset that keeps the city’s informal economy moving. The vehicle doubles as transport, warehouse, and display shelf, multitasking at its most literal. One empty trunk, a stack of ambition, and a business model that proves you don’t always need a storefront to step into something bigger.

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HOOF TRAFFIC

At Qera, 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 bloodstream. For a brief moment, concrete...


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CARE BENCHMARK

Bethesda American Medical Plaza has reached a historic milestone, becoming the first healthcare institution 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 Bethe...


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FUTURE ANCHOR

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