Ethiopia

Ethiopia is a country located in the Horn of Africa. It is bordered by Eritrea to the north, Djibouti to the northeast, Somalia to the east, Kenya to the south, South Sudan to the west, and Sudan to the northwest. The capital and largest city is Addis Ababa. The official language is Amharic and the currency is the Ethiopian birr. The government is a federal parliamentary republic. The current Prime Minister is Abiy Ahmed.

Ethiopia has a long and complex history, with ancient kingdoms and empires dating back to at least the 1st millennium BCE. It was also one of the few African nations to resist European colonialism and maintain its independence.

Ethiopia is known for its diverse and unique culture, which has been shaped by its history, geography, and various ethnic groups. The country is home to many historical and cultural sites, including the ancient rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, the Aksumite ruins, and the island monasteries of Lake Tana.

Ethiopia is also known for its rich tradition of Orthodox Christianity, which dates back to the 4th century AD. The country is also home to several other religious groups, including Muslims, Protestants, and followers of traditional religions.

The economy of Ethiopia is primarily based on agriculture, which employs over 80% of the population. The country is also rich in natural resources such as gold, platinum, and hydropower. In recent years, the government has been implementing economic reforms in an effort to promote economic growth and development.

The population of Ethiopia is over 110 million people, and it is one of the most populous countries in Africa. There are more than 80 different ethnic groups in the country, the largest of which is the Oromo, followed by the Amhara and the Tigray.