Situated in the horn of Africa, Ethiopia is one of the world’s oldest countries. With archaeological finds dating back more than 3 million years, it’s a place of ancient culture and astounding natural beauty. Over the last decade, Ethiopia has seen rapid economic growth with double digit GDP growth rates and an increasingly developed consumer market of over 95 million people. Drawing on a long and proud history, Ethiopia continues to shape Africa’s next decade of growth and possibility.
Known as the cradle of humankind and civilisation, and home to Lucy (Dinknesh)
Birthplace of coffee, with over 45% of GDP coming from the agricultural industry
Most populous landlocked country in the world with an increasingly vibrant consumer market
+10% average GDP growth for the last decade
Respected as the diplomatic capital of Africa, Ethiopia was a founding member of the UN and first independent African member
The Ethiopian calendar has 13 months in a year and so is currently 7.5 years behind the Gregorian calendar
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