I didn’t know what to call this post. I hope the name fits fine.
I have been fighting my way to work and back home almost every day for four years. As time goes by, you get to learn a trick or two as to how to get into a taxi effectively. This post is for all the ladies out there and some men. (I don’t think men have that much of a problem but some do.) These tips come in no special order. I’m not saying it will work every time, but it works for me. Continue reading
If you are a middle class Ethiopian citizen, you are well familiar with the Minibus taxis. They’re blue on the bottom, white on top, serve 12 people at a time legally (up to 20 illegally), and has a redat or helper, who always has half of his body out of the window yelling, most commonly, “Bole, Bole”!
The Problem
I, personally, have a special interest on these taxis, as you might have realized by now, writing all sorts of articles about them. They are my main means of transportation especially in the mornings (7:30-8:30am) and at the end of the day (5-5:30pm). Continue reading
Now-a-days, thanks to MTV Arabia bringing all MTV [America] shows toEthiopia, people are actually advancing to some extent. Especially Minibus Taxis.
This is just great! You walk into a minibus or even the contract taxis and you feel like you are experiencing your own “Pimp My Ride!”
You jump from one taxi to another to find completely different designs. Some are very religious, posting religious pictures and quotes all over; some are sports fans European soccer fans. Continue reading
When visiting Ethiopia for the first time, if you are not from an African country, you will definitely be affected by culture shock. Some would be normal to you because you’ve probably heard a lot about them before.
All of these are true, at least from my perspective, and they are also funny. I hope you enjoy the do’s and don’ts, when you are visiting Ethiopia.
Do: Eat at a traditional restaurant. After all, they are actually meant for you.* They are meant to entertain you with their great music and at most places, their dancing. They have the best of the best of all kinds of Ethiopian dishes. If you haven’t tried it before, this is your chance. Continue reading
This is an official letter to you and whoever else that you might have invited to read with you. i.e. It’s for everyone!
I am probably the most recognized in town; the coolest. I’m more popular than anything in Ethiopia.
I really don’t care about you or anyone else for that matter. I will hurt you with no mercy if you get in my way. Even after I do, you still can’t do anything about it. I will beg and cry until you let me off the hook. Continue reading
