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የብርሌ ታሪክ በኢትዮጵያ - Birillé in Ethiopia
An exhibition telling the story of the birrilé as presented by Ian Campbell. The exhibition runs from December 28, 2025 through January 18, 2026, open Wednesday to Sunday. Located at Yimetubezina Museum and Cultural Center (ይምጡበዝና ቤተመዘክር እና የባህል ማዕከል).

Ideeza Ethiopia Christmas Giveaway - Win Unlimited Internet
Ideeza Ethiopia is conducting a Christmas giveaway offering 25 winners a one-week unlimited internet package. To participate: 1. Register for the waiting list at https://www.ideeza.com/waitlist 2. Submit a screenshot of registration confirmation via DM to @br00k1 3. Follow Ideeza Ethiopia on Instagram and LinkedIn 4. Join their Telegram community Winners will be announced at a later date.

Green Business Incubator - Applications Open for Waste Management & Sustainability Startups
The Green Business Incubator is now accepting applications from entrepreneurs in Addis Ababa focused on waste management and environmental sustainability. The program aims to support early-stage startups developing circular economy solutions that contribute to Ethiopia's green growth. Selected participants will receive: - Expert one-on-one coaching - Peer learning opportunities - Market entry support - Equity-free funding of up to 10,000 USD to help businesses scale their operations and environmental impact Application deadline: 31 December 2025 This initiative provides a platform for local innovators to refine their business models and transition into impactful enterprises. Apply here: Amharic: https://bwce-incubator2026-a.paperform.co/ English: https://bwce-incubator2026-eng.paperform.co/ Contact: @linkupaddis

Young Women Professionals' Development Program (YWPDP) 2025/26 Cohort Applications
The Young Women Professionals' Development Program (YWPDP) is now accepting applications for the 2025/26 cohort. This initiative is designed for women aged 21–30 who hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 and are interested in the Ethiopian financial sector. Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfe33p3uNZ7x6jn3TFEUkPjxc_JJUIX02e-hszWqpHePK5rsw/viewform

The Offering - Art Exhibition at Beza Church
Art exhibition titled 'The Offering' at Beza Church. Gallery hours: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Event runs until December 27, 2025.

Blurs of Time
Art exhibition by Yohanan Mengistu and Lej Mewded Dagnachew at Bleustudio. Running until November 8, 2025.

ወርቃማ ታሪኮች - Golden Stories Art Exhibition
Art Exhibition by Eyasu Sisay (የስዕል 0ውደ ርእይ በ እያሱ ሲሳይ). A visual art exhibition showcasing golden stories and artistic works. Event runs until September 15, 2025 at Fendika venue in Addis Ababa.

Training: EnMS 2 | EMS 2 - Environmental & Energy Management Systems
5-day professional training programs at the Institute of Ethiopian Standards (IES): 1. EMS 2 - Environmental Management System based on ISO 14001:2015 የአካባቢ ደህንነት ስራ አመራር ሥርዓትና አተገባበር በ ISO 14001:2015 መሰረት 2. EnMS 2 - Energy Management System based on ISO 50001:2018 የሃይል አጠቀቀም ስራ አመራር ሥርዓት በ ISO 50001:2018 መሰረት Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe25hZDqzmGgCWK694jcRRj783YkNZ4ORZomTphFodC0kEpcg/viewform

Ideeza Ethiopia Christmas Giveaway - Win Unlimited Internet
Ideeza Ethiopia is conducting a Christmas giveaway offering 25 winners a one-week unlimited internet package. To participate: 1. Register for the waiting list at https://www.ideeza.com/waitlist 2. Submit a screenshot of registration confirmation via DM to @br00k1 3. Follow Ideeza Ethiopia on Instagram and LinkedIn 4. Join their Telegram community Winners will be announced at a later date.
LinkUp Bazaar & Family Fest - Kebra Design Feature
The LinkUp Bazaar & Family Fest is returning to the EFDR Defence Force Officers' Club on December 20 & 21, 2025. This event features Kebra Design, showcasing their beautiful collection focused on "All Africa" patterns and authentic materials. It is more than just a market; it is a celebration of heritage and local craftsmanship. Whether you are looking for unique fashion or a great weekend vibe, this fest has something for everyone. For inquiries, contact +251 90 013 7262 or +251 92 229 6049.

Startup Success: Mastering Finance and Capital Markets
The U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa hosts a session designed to examine how startups navigate finance, funding, and capital markets. The event will feature discussions and insights on startup financial management and capital market strategies. Reservation: https://forms.gle/8cFWtmckGVYchrYX9

Trivia and Karaoke Night at Atmoshere
A Trivia and Karaoke Night hosted by Mark, featuring group competitions and musical performances. The event will take place at Atmoshere, Bole. Contact: @linkupaddis