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Glimpse of Behavior, Economic Pressures

Mar 16 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      3206 Views

My daily commute through a mix of taxis and a bajaj offers a fascinating window into human interaction amidst the consta...

Portions & Preferences: Adventures of Fine Dining

Mar 9 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      2587 Views

A dear friend of mine recently experienced a unique dining adventure at a luxurious restaurant. Invited for lunch by a friend from abroad, she arrived eager to explore new flavours. However, the unfamiliar men...

Unmasking Powerful Communication

I have noticed that many of my acquaintances, including myself, lean towards an American accent that might be linked to the schools we attended, the influence of teachers or the impact of movies during our formative years. For me, summer breaks often meant English language cla...

Mar 1 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      2804 Views

Triumphs Beyond Profit Margins

I am greeted by the sight of numerous women lining the streets upon returning home from work each day. Their offerings range from fresh produce to aromatic spices, frankincense and exquisitely crafted handiwork such as hats and tablecloths. My interaction may be limited to fre...

Feb 24 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      2659 Views

Unforgiving Trends of Service Pricing

Lately, I have embarked on inquiries regarding the pricing structures of various service providers. The motivation behind is a prudent approach to managing expenses while still enjoying occasional indulgence in treatments, rather than being driven by stinginess or an excessive fo...

Feb 17 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      2659 Views

Parenting in the Playground

There are occasions when I find myself yearning to escape from children's quarrels, particularly when I am engrossed in a task that demands my undivided attention. When it involves children who are not of my kin, my tolerance level plummets to an absolute zero. I recall two yo...

Feb 10 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      3074 Views

Unmasking Powerful Communication

I have noticed that many of my acquaintances, including myself, lean towards an American accent that might be linked to the schools we attended, the influence of teachers or the impact of movies during our formative years. For me, summer breaks often meant English language cla...

Mar 1 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      2804 Views

Triumphs Beyond Profit Margins

I am greeted by the sight of numerous women lining the streets upon returning home from work each day. Their offerings range from fresh produce to aromatic spices, frankincense and exquisitely crafted handiwork such as hats and tablecloths. My interaction may be limited to fre...

Feb 24 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      2659 Views

Unforgiving Trends of Service Pricing

Lately, I have embarked on inquiries regarding the pricing structures of various service providers. The motivation behind is a prudent approach to managing expenses while still enjoying occasional indulgence in treatments, rather than being driven by stinginess or an excessive fo...

Feb 17 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      2659 Views

Parenting in the Playground

There are occasions when I find myself yearning to escape from children's quarrels, particularly when I am engrossed in a task that demands my undivided attention. When it involves children who are not of my kin, my tolerance level plummets to an absolute zero. I recall two yo...

Feb 10 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      3074 Views

Espousing Inward Compassion

I sometimes find myself leaving behind a trail of mistakes and unintended pain. While extending forgiveness to others may flow naturally, the journey of forgiving oneself resembles scaling a steep emotional precipice. Guilt, regret, and shame collide, making self-forgiveness seem...

Feb 3 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      2984 Views

Homeward Bound to Addis

I was met with a profound peace of mind ever since I relocated my residence to the outskirts of Addis Abeba a fortnight ago. With high ceilings and a better view, the place feels more spacious compared to the previous one, although we have yet to fully settle, with a quarter of...

Jan 27 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      3706 Views

Hidden Costs of Convenience

I was suddenly confronted with the reality of domestic tasks that had been conveniently taken care of before when my help had to leave for the countryside to visit her family. While my husband does lend a helping hand, the workload appears insurmountable for two people. Our re...

Jan 19 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      3325 Views

Breaking the Mold of Aimless Meetings

I am not fond of meetings. They usually turn out to be a complete waste of time, despite their intended purpose of being highly productive. Rather than serving as platforms for organisational communication and development, the gatherings become emblematic of an unending cycle of...

Jan 13 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      3561 Views

Unmasking Beauty Standards Embracing Authenticity

I find myself pondering the reasons behind my inclination to straighten my hair, a process that prompts contemplation on embracing its natural state. Although I receive compliments on my curly hair, deep down, I sometimes conform to a certain standard to be considered beautiful....

Jan 7 , 2024      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      5449 Views

Financial Intricacies and Sales Tactics

I was having a captivating chat with one of my oldest friends when an unexpected interruption in the form of a man dressed in a grey suit abruptly halted our conversation. Engrossed in our discussion, both of us were visibly irritated to be disturbed by an individual inquiring a...

Dec 30 , 2023      |      By Carolyn Kissane      |      4185 Views


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Editorial

Addis Abeba's Costly Pursuit of Prosperity Bulldozes Dreams on Bargain Prices

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Urban renewal is seldom gentle to those on the receiving end of redevelopment. Take s...

Birr in Tumble, Reform Rhetoric Meets Bitter Economic Realities

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Grand ambitions have long driven Ethiopia's successive leaders, but they remain weigh...

Breaking the Chains to Protect the Vulnerable During Painful Reforms

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Adanech Abebie, the mayor of Addis Abeba, addressed last week a warm-up session for h...

Banks Struggle to Lend as Branches Bloom, Coffers Wither

A severe cash shortage squeezes the economy, and the deposit-to-loan ratio has slumpe...

Sunday With Eden

The Vanishing Reverence for Marriage

Marriage is meant to be a lifelong bond, built on love, trust, and commitment. It is...

Wash Hands, Save Lives

In a world scarred by health crises like COVID-19, one might expect handwashing to be a universal habit. Yet, many still neglect this simple...

Life Matters

When Taxi Rides Become Unexpected Fare Collection Hassles

There was a time when taxi rides were moments of peaceful relaxation. I would lean back, sometimes fall a...

Breaking Stereotypes, Redefining Masculinity for a Just Society

A recent altercation in my neighbourhood has made me reflect on the complexities of conflict, especially...

Agenda

Economic Slowdown, Instability, Tax Burden Bang Small Businesses

Feb 2 , 2025 . By ROBERA GETACHEW

Tesfaye Hora, a former Bajaj (three-wheeled vehicle) driver from Gebre Guracha in Oro...

New Traffic Rules Add Financial Strain on Addis Abeba Drivers

Jan 25 , 2025 . By ROBERA GETACHEW

Binyam Tesfaye, a 31-year-old father of two, is struggling under the weight of Addis...

Traditional Weaving Unravels as Chiffon Takes Over, Demands Dwindle, Costs Rise

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Asamenew Arba, a weaver operating from a building housing micro enterprises near Sher...

Leather Industry Falters, Quality Declines, Factories Shutter

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Daniel Megersa, a butcher in Addis Abeba's northern Asko area, has watched his in-hom...

Gallery

Parliament Approves New Cabinet Members

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Parliament Approves New Cabinet, Incorporates Opposition Leaders Lawmakers have approved today the nominations of 22 ministers, including three opposition leaders. Two MPs have voted against, while 12 abstained...

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Every year, 21.5 million people are forcibly displaced by floods, droughts, wildfires...

Fineline

Leaders of the National . . .

Leaders of the National Election Board are in a charm offensive mood, of a sort. Last week, they organised a rare tour for members of the me...

When the country’s most. . .

When the country's most senior diplomats and envoys return back to their posts after two-week debriefings, they leave behind a point or two...

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