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Culture

Ethiopia has a rich culture with over 80 ethnic groups and languages.

Cultural Traditions

Coffee Ceremony

The Ethiopian coffee ceremony is an important part of social life and hospitality.

Music & Dance

Traditional music features unique instruments like the masinko and krar.

Traditional Clothing

The shamma and kemis are commonly worn with colorful embroidered borders.

Ethiopian Cuisine

Injera with various stews is the staple food, known for rich spices.

Ethnic Diversity

35%
Oromo
27%
Amhara
6%
Somali
6%
Tigray
4%
Sidama
22%
Others
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