
Ethiopia
Africa’s oldest independent country and an intersection point of the continent’s civilisations. Defined as much by its trekking and landscapes as its ancient, far-reaching history.
Capital: Addis Ababa
Calendar: Coptic
Currency: Birr
Football Team: Ethiopian Coffee SC
Language: Amharic
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Language Primer: Amharic
Our correspondent struggles with the complexities of Amharic during his recent visit to Ethiopia.