🇪🇹Ethiopia
Africa
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
.et
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 level :Élevé en raison de conflits internes, terrorisme et criminalité urbaine. Éviter les voyages non essentiels.
Risk areas
Tigré - Conflit arméOromo - InsurrectionsAmhara - Violences ethniquesFrontière Somalie - Terrorisme Al-Shabaab
Crime(medium)
- Éviter de porter des objets de valeur
- Ne pas se déplacer seul la nuit à Addis-Abeba
Terrorism(high)
- Haut risque dans les zones orientales, suivre les avis du Quai d'Orsay
Transport
- Utiliser des compagnies de taxi reconnues, éviter la nuit
Natural risks(Sècheresses, inondations et tremblements de terre occasionnels)
- Suivre les alertes météo, avoir un kit d'urgence
Health(Système de santé limité, hôpitaux surchargés)
- Vaccins obligatoires: fièvre jaune; recommandés: hépatites, typhoïde, rage
- Eau en bouteille uniquement, traitement antipaludique
Practical tips
- Inscription au registre des voyageurs Ariane
- Assurance rapatriement obligatoire
- Monnaie locale en liquide, guichets rares hors Addis
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center400
1-bedroom apartment in city center500
1-bedroom apartment in suburb350
3-bedroom apartment in city center800
3-bedroom apartment in suburb600
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal3
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant10
McDonald's menu5
Local beer (0.5L)2
Cappuccino1.5
Water (1.5L)0.5
Bread (500g)0.5
Milk (1L)1
Eggs (12)1.5
Chicken (1kg)3
Apples (1kg)2
Bananas (1kg)1
Transport
Public transport ticket0.2
Monthly transport subscription10
Taxi ride (start)1
Taxi (1km)0.5
Gasoline (1L)1.2
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)20
Tennis court (1h weekend)10
Cinema5.7
Theater10
Health
General practitioner consultation5
Dentist consultation10
Antibiotic medications5
Cold medications (6 days)10
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)20
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)10
Public services for 85m² apartment50
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)30
Nike sports shoes95
International primary school (monthly)200
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F, Type L
Emergency numbers
Police991
Ambulance907
Fire department922
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants, not mandatory elsewhere