ORPHANED PAWS


ORPHANED PAWS

A group of street dogs rests in the Kazanchis area, a distinct reminder of the displacement caused by urban redevelopment. As homes and buildings around the neighbourhood were demolished, many pets were left behind, adding to the estimated 250,000 stray dogs in Addis Abeba. Volunteers try to step in, feeding these dogs daily with funds raised primarily through TikTok and Telegram campaigns under the monekir Animals Need Attention. On average, these efforts provide meals with about 80 Br for each dog, showcasing the power of social media and community-driven initiatives. However, its sustainability is not guaranteed.

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MAKE OVER

Sporting a fresh coat of gray and white paint, a condominium near Gofa Gebriel undergoes a striking transformation. Wooden frames stand like scaffolding sentinels, protecting each brushstroke as the building's façade is revitalised. This makeover is part of a citywide beautification initiative launched in April 2024, which mandates uniform painting in light gray and white hues...


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PLASTIC HUSTLE

Balancing on bundles of compressed plastic waste, workers load a truck under the midday sun at a recycling hub around Saris. As waste management challenges grow in the capital, the informal recycling sector plays a crucial role in collecting and repurposing tonnes of discarded plastic each day often under precarious and physically demanding conditions...


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NEW COMERS

A construction site in Casanchis stands tall announcing its presence sticking out like a sore thumb steeling the spotlight for the existing building smaller by size but bigger with stories to tell. Spanning 1,000 hectares, the Casanchis Corridor now features newly built roads, pedestrian walkways, bicycle lanes, children's playgrounds, sports arenas, green parks, public toilets, commercial shops, and parking areas...