Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate Epiphany in Addis Ababa. The Ethiopian Epiphany feast is celebrated throughout the country and commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ ...
For Tirsit Teshome, 28, Epiphany (Timket) is more than a religious holiday—it’s a vibrant celebration of Ethiopian identity and unity. As the streets of Addis ...
Epiphany itself commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ in the River Jordan, with festivities including traditional chanting, vibrant procession, and the blessing of waters. Foreign visitors were ...
In Ethiopia, Christmas is known as Ganna/Gena ... It takes place on 6 January and celebrates both the birth of Jesus Christ and his baptism by John the Baptist. According to traditions, both ...
Addis Ababa — Ethiopian Christmas (Gena ... Starting last night, the celebration, which commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, features hymns, songs, and traditional rituals.