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According to localcollegeexplorer, Ethiopia is a country located in the Horn of Africa and is one of the oldest countries in the world. It has a long and varied history that dates back to ancient times. Evidence suggests that the region was first inhabited by hominids as far back as 2.5 million years ago and then by various Cushitic speaking peoples from around 4,000 BC. During the first millennium, Ethiopia was home to several powerful kingdoms such as Aksum, Dʿmt and Zagwe which were heavily influenced by both African and Middle Eastern cultures. In 1270 AD, Ethiopia was united under one rule when Emperor Yekuno Amlak overthrew the Zagwe dynasty and established what would become known as the Solomonic dynasty which lasted until 1974. In 1974, Emperor Haile Selassie was overthrown during a military coup which ushered in a new era of Marxist-Leninist rule known as the People’s Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (PDRE). During this time, Ethiopia underwent major economic and social reforms including land redistribution programs, nationalization of industry and expansion of healthcare services. In 1991, following a devastating civil war that lasted for over 15 years, the PDRE was overthrown and replaced with a new government led by Prime Minister Meles Zenawi who embraced free market capitalism while also introducing democratic reforms such as multi-party elections. Since then, Ethiopia has seen steady economic growth thanks to its focus on agriculture and manufacturing while also promoting foreign investment opportunities throughout the country. Today, Ethiopia is considered one of the fastest growing economies in Africa with increased access to education and healthcare services thanks to government initiatives aimed at improving living standards throughout the country while also promoting economic development through foreign investment opportunities. Ethiopia is a large country located in the Horn of Africa, bordered by Eritrea, Djibouti, Somalia and Sudan. In 2010, the population of Ethiopia was estimated to be 84 million people. The capital city of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa which is located in the central part of the country. The official language of Ethiopia is Amharic although there are several other languages spoken throughout the country as well. The currency used in Ethiopia is Birr since it has yet to join any monetary union. In 2010, approximately 31% of its population lived below the poverty line. In 2010, Ethiopia was a federal parliamentary republic with its president being Girma Wolde-Giorgis who had been president since 2001. The government in 2010 was based on a multi-party system with a bicameral legislature called Parliament which consisted of 547 members who were elected through popular vote every five years. The economy of Ethiopia in 2010 relied heavily on agriculture for subsistence purposes as well as textiles manufacturing and coffee for export purposes. Major industries included leather goods and footwear manufacturing, food processing, telecommunications services and banking services. The unemployment rate in 2010 was estimated to be around 15%. In terms of education in 2010, there were several institutions providing primary education such as public schools and private schools. Secondary educations was provided by public secondary schools as well as universities located around Addis Ababa or abroad for students who wished to pursue higher studies outside their home country. Furthermore, adult literacy rate was estimated to be around 50%. In 2010, Ethiopia had a total of 27 national parks and wildlife reserves which were aimed at protecting the country’s biodiversity and promoting ecotourism. The most popular national parks included Simien Mountains National Park, Bale Mountains National Park and Abijata-Shalla Lakes National Park. Additionally, in 2010 there were numerous churches, monasteries and mosques throughout the country which showcased Ethiopia’s rich cultural heritage. In 2010, Ethiopia was still a developing nation but it had made significant progress in terms of economic growth and poverty reduction since the mid-1990s. Despite this progress, the country still faced many challenges such as poverty reduction, malnutrition, lack of access to healthcare services and sanitation issues. Nevertheless, with its growing economy and improving infrastructure, Ethiopia was on the right track towards a better future for its citizens. Check ethnicityology for Ethiopia in 2018.

Ethiopia Geology
Ethiopia Geology

Ethiopia Geology

According to topschoolsintheusa, the geological formations that make up the soil of Ethiopia are the following: 1. The basement of archaic crystalline rocks (granites, syenites, gneisses and phyllites) which are considerably folded and emerge in a strip on the eastern slopes of the Tigrè plateau, of the ‘Amhara (Amḥārā, Amārā), of the Goggiam up to the borders of the Scioa. More widely these rocks extend on the western slope, especially in the Walleggà (Wållaggā) (where they contain considerable concentrations of…

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Ethiopia military
Ethiopia Religion and Military

Ethiopia Religion and Military

Religion. – The prevalent religion in Ethiopia is Christian, in the form of Monophysitism: it is the state religion (see below). Islamism follows in importance. Initially introduced in coastal localities (Dahlac, Massawa, Zeila, Berbera, etc.), it spread inland, especially among non-Semitic-speaking populations, for whom its adoption was also a means of distinguishing and oppose the Abyssinians, who oppressed and fought them. Especially the coastal populations or those in contact with the coast (Begia, Saho, Danachili, Somali) have long been Muslim;…

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Valley on the Lower Reaches of the Awash River (World Heritage)
Valley on the Lower Reaches of the Awash River (World Heritage)

Valley on the Lower Reaches of the Awash River (World Heritage)

The valley is home to one of the most important paleontological sites in Africa. The more than 4 million year old finds are an important link in the human family tree. Outstanding are the fossil remains of “Lucy”, an Australopithecus afarensis, discovered in 1974. Valley on the lower reaches of the Awash River: facts Official title: Valley on the lower reaches of the Awash River Cultural monument: In the desert-like landscape of the Lower Awash Valley, 3.5 million year old…

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Ethiopia
Ethiopia Guide

Ethiopia Guide

Ethiopia – country information Country name Ethiopia Official name Ethiopia Capital Addis Ababa continent Africa Area 1,104,300 km Population 86 613 986 (2013) The highest mountains Ras Dashan 4620 km Longest rivers Abaj (Blue Nile) 2900 km (in the country 1600 km) State system a transitional government with a unicameral legislature The biggest cities Addis Ababa (Capital) 2,150,000, Diredawa 160,000, Gonder 130,000 Official language Amharic Ethnicity/National Composition Amhara 37.7%, Oromo 35.3%, Tigrinya 8.6%, Gurag 3.3%, Omet 2.7%, Sidam 2.4%, Tigre…

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ETHIOPIA - A JOURNEY THROUGH HISTORY
Travel in Ethiopia

Travel in Ethiopia

In Ethiopia, the people, history, culture and landscape are the main attractions. According to Countryaah, 83 different languages ​​are spoken in the country with population of 114,963,599 and anthropologists classify Ethiopia as one of three countries with the most tribal cultures. Here you will not miss the Orthodox monasteries on the islands of the great Lake Tana, castles and castles in Gondar, the buried stone churches in Lalibela or the legend of the Holy Grail in Aksum. Those who are interested…

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