One of Christianity’s most striking celebrations brings ancient tradition, family gatherings and prayers for peace together ...

As the yellow “Adey Abeba” flowers emerge across Ethiopia’s highlands, the country enters a season associated with renewal, ...

The eve of Meskel, Sept. 26, is traditionally marked by burning a large bonfire, locally called "Demera" in Amharic, at the ...

Addis Ababa, September 26, 2025 (ENA) -- The nationwide celebration of Meskel-Demera festival demonstrates Ethiopia’s diverse culture, rich history, and strong bond as a nation, Culture and Sports ...

Thousands of Ethiopian Orthodox Christians gathered in Addis Ababa Saturday to celebrate Meskel, filling the capital's Meskel ...

A massive bonfire blazed in the central square of Ethiopia's capital city, Addis Ababa, on Thursday night. But by Friday morning, the mess had been swept away, leaving nothing but a giant spot of soot ...

Ethiopia is home to numerous cultural and spiritual heritages. It is the leading country in Africa through registering more than 10 heritages in UNESCO's prestigious world heritages list. And this ...

The UNESCO inscribed Meskel festival (the finding of the true cross), one of the most important historical and religious celebrations in Ethiopia had been marked last week in an unusual way due to the ...

A high priest holds a cross while standing in front of a bonfire during the Meskel celebrations in Addis Ababa – Copyright AFP Nalini LEPETIT-CHELLA, Paz PIZARRO ...