Origins
Eight stories reveal what makes Ethiopia’s path from its origins to the future distinctive: a land at the forefront of the story of human origins, the birthplace of Coffea Arabica (Ethiopica), and home to a civilisation sustained across millennia. Today, billions of seedlings are planted, clean energy expands, Addis Ababa is transformed, Africa convenes, and generations of champion Ethiopian runners carry a tradition of excellence forward.
Here in Ethiopia, ancient landscapes preserve extraordinary evidence of human origins, connecting Dinkinesh (Lucy), Ardi, Selam, and early Homo sapiens to a shared story that belongs to all humanity.
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Where We All Began
Here in Ethiopia, ancient landscapes preserve extraordinary evidence of human origins, connecting Dinkinesh (Lucy), Ardi, Selam, and early Homo sapiens to a shared story that belongs to all humanity.
HadarLower Awash Valley, Afar
Open in mapsEthiopia's Gift to the World
From Ethiopia, the origin of coffee, to tables around the world, every cup carries a story of community, heritage, and the warmth of hospitality.
The Kafa forestKafa Biosphere Reserve, south-western highlands
Open in mapsA Nation Planting Its Future and Beyond
Through the Green Legacy Initiative, Ethiopia has mobilised millions of people to plant and care for more than 56 billion seedlings planted since 2019 to date, turning climate action into collective action.
3,000 Years of Continuity
Ethiopia’s 3,000-year civilization lives through its thirteen-month calendar, written Ge’ez script, diverse faiths, UNESCO registered heritage, and traditions carried from one generation to the next.
LalibelaNorth Wollo, Amhara · UNESCO World Heritage
Open in mapsAksumCentral Tigray · UNESCO World Heritage
Open in mapsAfrica's New Flower
Addis Ababa is transforming its urban identity through modern infrastructure, human-centred public spaces and digital services, creating a capital that reflects Africa’s future.
African Union headquartersAddis Ababa
Open in mapsWhere Africa Meets
At the heart of African diplomacy, Addis Ababa connects leaders and institutions, turning shared priorities into dialogue that carries weight far beyond Ethiopia.
African Union headquartersAddis Ababa
Open in mapsLand of Champions
Champions are built on Ethiopia’s highland roads, shaped by altitude, carried by community, and proven again and again on the world’s biggest stages.
Powering Africa’s Future
Ethiopia is harnessing clean energy to power development, protect its natural resources and advance climate action while building the infrastructure for a more sustainable future.
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance DamGuba, Benishangul-Gumuz
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