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    Dodai Launches Battery Swapping Pilot and Donates 40 E-Bikes to Addis Ababa Transport Bureau

    A Japanese-Ethiopian startup is transforming city travel with locally built e-bikes, smart battery-swap stations, and a tech-first approach to mobility.

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    New Chapter for Rhino Conservation: Kenya Begins Translocation Drive

    The Kenya Wildlife Service and Zeitz Foundation launched a rhino translocation initiative to Segera Conservancy in Laikipia.

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    UNESCO-Listed Konso Plateau Villages at Risk of Losing Cultural Heritage

    Traditional homes face rapid transformation as tin roofs replace thatched architecture, prompting urgent calls for preservation

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    Lost’ Flat Gecko Rediscovered After 34 Years in South Africa

    This flat-bodied South African gecko was a 'lost' species. It's been found again after 34 years

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    Radisson Hotel Group leads hospitality growth in Africa with the most hotel openings

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    Ethiopia and UNESCO Partner for Sustainable Development in Eastern Africa

    Ethiopia's rich cultural and natural heritage takes center stage as the Ministry of Tourism and UNESCO collaborate to promote geotourism as a driver of sustainable development in Eastern Africa.

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    Ethiopia's Tourism Sector Sees Unprecedented Growth, Says Minister

    The government and key institutions have given exceptional attention to tourism

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    Ethiopian Airlines Signs $30M Agreement to Bring an Electric Air Taxi Network to Africa

    This partnership aims to develop an air taxi network while promoting eco-tourism.

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    In a recent interview, Dr. Elena Ramirez, a leading expert in sustainable tourism, shared insights on the importance of preserving cultural heritage while promoting tourism. She emphasized that embracing Ethiopia's rich history and unique landscapes can provide opportunities for sustainable growth, benefiting both local communities and visitors. The discussion highlighted the balance between econo

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Chebera Churchura National Park

home to a variety of wildlife, including African elephants and lions

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Axum: A Journey Through Time

A Glimpse into Ethiopia's Ancient Past

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Gambela National Park

One of Ethiopia’s largest and most fascinating parks

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Konso Cultural Landscape

This UNESCO-listed site is found in the Konso Zone of the SNNPR. It showcases the unique terraced agriculture and traditions of the Konso people, including stone-walled villages and wooden totems

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Bale Mountains National Park

Located in southeast Ethiopia within the Oromia Region, this park spans over two thousand square kilometers. Its diverse ecosystems include alpine plateaus and forests, and it is home to the Ethiopian wolf and mountain Nyala

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Danakil Depression

This extreme and surreal landscape lies in the Afar Region near the Ethiopia-Eritrea border. It is famous for its active volcanoes, colorful hydrothermal fields, and salt flats

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Harar Jugo

Found in the Harari Region in eastern Ethiopia, Harar Jugol is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known as the "City of Saints," it boasts over eighty mosques and a unique hyena-feeding tradition

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Alatish National Park

Established in 2006, Alatish National Park is located about 970 kilometers north of Addis Ababa. Situated in the Amhara Region near the border with Sudan, it covers approximately 2,665 square kilometers.

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Kafta Sheraro National Park

Kafta Sheraro National Park, located in western Tigray, Ethiopia, is a large conservation area. Covering over 500,000 hectares, it is one of the biggest protected regions in the country.

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Mago National Park

Mago National Park is divided by the Mago River, a tributary of the Omo River. When you visit, you can explore the typical bush savanna area. Over 81 large mammal species live here, including African elephants and giraffes.

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Omo National Park

Omo National Park is one of the largest and most diverse national parks in Ethiopia. Located on the west bank of the Omo River, it spans roughly 4,068 square kilometers.

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Awash National Park

Awash National Park is in the northern part of Ethiopia’s Great Rift Valley. The park is about 215 km east of Addis Ababa, near the Afar depression. It spans the border between the Oromia and Afar regions.

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Nechisar National Park

Nechisar National Park is a must-visit destination in Ethiopia. Established in 1974, it covers a vast area near Arba Minch town. The park is about 450 km south of Addis Ababa.

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Simien Mountains National Park

Simien Mountains National Park is a true gem in northern Ethiopia. It spans 220 square kilometers of stunning landscapes, including peaks, plateaus, and valleys.

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Lalibela Rock Churches

Lalibela, named after a 12th-century king of Ethiopia, is famous for its amazing rock-cut churches.

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Aksum

Due to its historic and cultural value, Axum was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980.

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