Ode to the Farmers

In fields of green where rivers flow, With oxen strong, the seeds they sow. Beneath the sun’s warm, golden light, They toil and labor, day and night. Wives bring forth the Tela’s... Read more »

Seasons of Sow

 (A farmer’s life revolves around the changing seasons. This poem delves into the cyclical nature of planting, growth, and harvest.) Spring arrives with a gentle touch, Seeds are sown, not too much.... Read more »

The rhythm of rain celebrating Ethiopian Agriculture

Ethiopia, a country known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse landscapes, is currently experiencing the much-anticipated rainy season. This time of year marks a critical period for farmers across the nation,... Read more »

Two months to write, more than ten years to publish

The state of book publishing in Ethiopia has never been ideal in this country. Writing books, fiction or non-fiction, has never been a profitable job for writers. Even though publishers are the... Read more »

The rise and fall of Oliver

Setting: The vibrant office of ImpactPR, where ambition thrums like a heartbeat. Oliver: (leaning against the polished counter, a swagger in his stance) You know, my friends, I’m the finest among you.... Read more »

Clean Ethiopia, Corridor development initiatives to spur environmental protection, communities’ living standards

Last year, Ethiopia started the “Clean Ethiopia Campaign.” Dr. Abiy Ahmed, the prime minister of Ethiopia, headed the campaign to encourage environmental sustainability and cleanliness throughout the nation. Additionally, it seeks to... Read more »

Revisiting 1921- Where is the much-hyped culture of tree planting?

The rainy season will soon knock at the door to announce its return. The month of Ginbot in Amharic (June) is the last sunny month of the year according to the Ethiopian... Read more »

Transforming Prosopis juliflora curse into blessing through effective management, collaboration among stakeholders

Decarbonisation is a vital component of Ethiopia’s efforts to battle climate change, promote sustainable development, and move to a greener economy. As a result, Ethiopia has made a strong commitment to decreasing... Read more »

Sew Eskale Dres: Book Review

Yalew Azanaw, known by his pen name Dibekulu Geta, emerges as a distinctive voice in contemporary Ethiopian poetry. With Sew Eskale Dres (Till the Last Breath), his third collection, he invites readers... Read more »

Clean Ethiopia Campaign to spur environmental sustainability, community engagement

World Environment Day, observed annually on June 5, is one of the major global venues for environmental outreach. The United Nations established it in 1972 as a reminder to take environmental action... Read more »