LGBT tour operator faces death threats over Ethiopia trip
Religious groups in Ethiopia are urging authorities to ban a trip organised by US-based travel company that caters to gay men and lesbians
January 2019
In Ethiopia, your holiday really can change lives
A new tourism project in the northern Ethiopia highlands brings spectacular scenery and a warm welcome, where ‘your holiday can become the source of someone else’s dreams’
September 2018
A backpacker’s guide to Ethiopia: a one-month itinerary
Full of natural wonders and ancient culture, this vast country is also home to booming cities and a youthful population. Explore it with our guide on where to go, what to see and where to stay
December 2017
Ethiopia's living churches – in pictures
Ethiopia’s churches and monasteries, built on hilltops or hewn out of cliff faces, are celebrated in a new book, Ethiopia: The Living Churches of an Ancient Kingdom
January 2017
Instagram snapshots
Trading camels and salt in Ethiopia: Adrian Guerin's Instagram snapshots
Across Ethiopia, heat, hard work and journeys to market are part of everyday life, as captured in the reportage of Adrian Guerin
November 2016
On the radar
Unrest in Ethiopia hits tourism
Violent protests in some regions have led to Foreign Office warnings against holidays in Ethiopia, but though messages are mixed, most local operators report that it’s business as usual
April 2016
Notes from Ethiopia: the jazz revival in Addis Ababa
A hypnotic mix of musical styles, Ethio-jazz has a fascinating history and is enjoying a comeback at venues across the city – and it’s not just names from the past who are setting the tempo
March 2016
Instagram snapshots
Instagram snapshots: Ali Rez in Ethiopia
Ethiopia’s history, round houses and coffee culture are all reflected in these images from Addis Ababa and Lalibela
January 2016
The running blog
Training in Ethiopia: 'A balance of purpose and pleasure enables me to thrive'
Olympic distance runner Julia Bleasdale is training in Ethiopia over the winter months – and finding more than just a good training location in the beautiful Simien mountains
October 2015
Africa’s happiest feet: the Great Ethiopian Run
Why I love …
Yared Zeleke savours the aroma of Ethiopa’s coffee capital Addis Ababa
July 2015
The running blog
Jelly shoes and mud – running in Ethiopia
At a conference on athletics in Addis Ababa, the focus is on what Ethiopia can learn from the west. But should we be looking to them for the secrets of success?
June 2015
Insider's guides
An insider's guide to Addis Ababa: Car crashes, coffee and contemporary art
From the Ethiopian Jay Leno to a serious coffee culture, artist sanctuaries and a history of motor accidents, the streets of Addis Ababa host a collision of culture
May 2015
From the agencies
Daily life in Ethiopia – in pictures
Reuters photographer Siegfried Modola looks at life inside the capital Addis Ababa and the city of Harar
December 2014
Christmas in Ethiopia: it comes but twice a year
If western-style December hijinks aren’t enough, why not head for the Ethiopian highlands and join the country’s January Christmas celebrations – and take in a trekking holiday while you’re at it, writes Felicity Bryan
May 2014
Mark Haddon's Ethiopian adventure
The curious incident of the novelist who conquered his fear of flying with the help of Valium, Mogwai and Ethiopian Airlines flight 707 to Addis Ababa. By Mark Haddon
February 2014
Top 10 affordable safaris in east Africa
Affordable is a relative term when it comes to African safaris but here are 10 – across Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia and Kenya – that offer great game-viewing without the super-high price tag
October 2013
Five great mountain walks
Get off the beaten trek with these mountain hikes, offering walks through rainforest and wildlife, stupendous views and an immersion in history
