🇪🇹Ethiopia
Africa· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Addis Ababa
Population
132,444,840
Currency
Ethiopian Birr (ETB Br)
Languages
Amharique, Oromo, Tigrinya, Somali
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+251
Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Area
1,104,300 km²
Government
Federal parliamentary republic
National day
May 28 - National Day (Derg Downfall Day)
Internet domain
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About
Ethiopia is a landlocked country in East Africa, cradle of human civilization with sites like Lucy. It is Africa's second most populous nation, known for its ethnic and linguistic diversity. Its economy is growing rapidly despite security and climate challenges.
Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Do not travel alone at night in Addis Ababa
Terrorism(High)
- High risk in eastern areas, follow the advice of the Quai d'Orsay
Transport
- Use reputable taxi companies, avoid at night
Natural risks(Droughts, floods, and occasional earthquakes)
- Follow weather alerts, have an emergency kit
Health(Limited healthcare system, overloaded hospitals)
- Mandatory vaccines: yellow fever; recommended: hepatitis, typhoid, rabies
- Bottled water only, antimalarial treatment
Practical tips
- Register with the Ariane travelers' registry
- Mandatory repatriation insurance
- Local currency in cash, few ATMs outside Addis
Cost of living
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Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants, not mandatory elsewhere
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