@RaymondPhD
English expat in Ethiopia
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About me
English
Lives in Addis Ababa
Speaks English
Registration: 22 July 2012
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New members of the Jordan forum, introduce yourself here 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Jordan forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Donyell I have just been offered a job in Aqaba Jordan and i would love to touch base with you as i am planning to move with my wife and two daughters in the next month or so. I spent 5 years teaching in Georgia and i know Atlanta very well, Drop ... Read More
Looking for a nanny by Amidek
Hello all, We are a family who moved to Addis recently and we are looking for a nanny for our two children. One of our children will go to school (pre-K) and the other child is a year and half old and will stay at home. We are looking for a baby ...
Excellent point my friend. There is no difference between looking after an expat child and an Ethiopian child. The somewhat disturbing assumption being made is that expat children demand more tender loving care and attention than local Ethiopian ... Read More
Marriage formalities between EU citizen and Ethipian? How to proceed? by ethioboy123
Hi to all, I need your advise on that to have marriage between ethiopian and spanish gurl? what is the process we should have to make to do marriage and move to spain together? if there is any one who did inter racial marriage specially between EU ...
Update. Ethiopia as far as I know does not have an Apartheid regime. You are free to marry anyone in Ethiopia. There are cultural norms in every aspect of society worldwide, so when you marry someone you also marry into their culture. As per the ... Read More
Getting married in Ethiopia by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Ethiopia or who are about to get married in Ethiopia to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Ethiopia? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a ...
Ok, it has been a while since I posted on the forum, but I just wanted to respond to a number of points raised by foreigners who appear to have been used by Ethiopian women. Before I start let me just say that I am a non Ethiopian who has been ... Read More
New members of the Ethiopia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ethiopia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
After work draft sounds good Oliver....especially during World Cup Month. German V USA, should be a good final :D Read More
What do you think about Abesha (Ethiopian People)? by farenzi
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Ethiopian stare because they are fascinated by you. When I walk down the street I get stared at because although I am black I am not habesha and I have a swag about me that is irresistable. They are fascinated by differences because the reality is ... Read More
New members of the Ethiopia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ethiopia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Neal How are you and how are you finding life here in Addis Ababa. Let me know if you still need any help with your Mac. My brother in law is a IT geek nerd who knows all about repairing laptops, Macs, PC etc. Always willing to help a brother out ... Read More
Meeting new people by kylamckee
Hello! I am Kyla McKee, originally from Canada. I am new to Addis Ababa and I'm hoping to meet some other expats in the area. I'm working at World Vision, and will often be in the field, but I could definitely use some friends for when I'm in the ...
Come on guys. Expats don't need to be around just other expats to have a great social life in Addis Ababa or Ethiopia. Try and find a friendly trustworthy Ethiopian who will be able to network you with a variety of individuals. When I first came to ... Read More
What do you think about Abesha (Ethiopian People)? by farenzi
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Well to be honest as a foreigner of African American/Jamaican origin, with a drop of British ancestry, I love Ethiopia. I walk down the streets after work and yes people will stare at you...well who can blame them.... I am a cool charismatic looking ... Read More
Taking electronic items to Addis Ababa
Ok this is my story. I will be flying out to Addis to work at an International school next week and as i began packing my bags i began wondering whether i would be charged import taxes on some of my electronic household items when i arrive at ... Read More
can i live comfortably on the local component of my salary of 7000
Hey this is an easy question so guys help me out. My question is can i live comfortably on the local component of my salary of 7000 birr in Addis Ababa. My employer is paying me in foreign US $ currency which i intent to save and an additional local ... Read More
How do you rate Addis Ababa as an expat destination by suave
Based on the available facilities for accommodation, recreation, education,etc, how do you rate Addis Ababa as an expat destination? Suave
I am in a bit of a dilemma. I was offered a job in Addis Ababa with free housing and aa Guard plus about $2400 amonth salary, but later received a job offer in Riyadh Saudi for double the salary plus free housing and travel allowance. My dilemma is ... Read More
playing cricket in ethiopia by Lil_get
anybody wants to play cricket in ethiopia?we can play come and enjoy
I will be taking up a teaching post at an international school in Addis in August this year. I would love to play cricket once it gets going. James Read More
How are black americans treated in Cairo Egypt? by kuhlknits
I am planning to move to Egypt in the fall for a new teaching job. I am concern if being a Black person from the states is an issue. Are Black Americans welcomed in the expat community? Also I need to find a hair salon that caters to black hair.
There are always the comical cases of Egyptian caucasian wannabees who try to aspire to an image that all Egyptians should be of pale white to yellow compexions.... they are probably the ones that resent any skin colour darker than yellow, but on ... Read More
Getting married in Ethiopia by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Ethiopia or who are about to get married in Ethiopia to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Ethiopia? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a ...
Wow, i have just read through this blog and i must admit i really enjoyed the comments. Now just one thing i woulds like to add. Most of these comments are aimed at westerner men who marry or are thinking of having a serious relationship with ... Read More