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Trading kids to ancient Egyptians in OMO?

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November 8th 2008
In one of the most remote areas of Ethiopia, there live native tribes that 50 years ago were not even aware of modern Ethiopia. There are multiple different tribes that retain distinctive traditions, from dressing in beads and goat hide skirts to scarification practices and jumping dance celebrations. The scenes are classic Africa. It was fascinating to visit the Hamer people. They are high cheekb ... read more

Africa » Ethiopia » Addis Ababa Region » Addis Ababa

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Unique among African countries, the ancient Ethiopian monarchy maintained its freedom from colonial rule, with the exception of the 1936-41 Italian occupation during World War II. In 1974 a military junta, the Derg, deposed Emperor Haile SELASSIE (wh... ... read more