Sports and Achievement
This Ethiopian long-distance runner won gold in the 10,000m race at the 1996 and 2000 Olympics.
Who is Haile GebreSilase
Traditional shoulder dancing that’s often seen at Ethiopians celebrations.
What is eskista
This event celebrated on September 11th and is often called Enkutatash or Kidus Yohannes.
What is New Years
The national language of Eritrea.
What is Tigrinya
This Eritrean city is known for its Art Deco architecture and Italian influence.
What is Asmera
This Eritrean cyclist became the first Black African to win a stage in the Tour de France.
Who is Biniam Ghirmai
A one-stringed traditional instrument used in both Ethiopian and Eritrean music.
What is the masenqo or wata?
Eritreans celebrate this day on May 24 every year
What is Eritrean Independence Day
The most widely spoken Semitic language in Ethiopia.
What is Amharic
Carved directly out of rock in the 12th century, this site in Ethiopia is home to eleven medieval churches and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What is Lalibela
This Ethiopian woman became the first female Olympic gold medalist from Ethiopia in 1992
Who is Derartu Tulu?
This Eritrean rapper and activist, known for his hit songs and the phrase 'The Marathon Continues,' was tragically shot outside his clothing store in Los Angeles in 2019.
Who is Nipsey Hussle?
This Eritrean holiday is celebrated on March 8, and is intended as a day of celebration for the economic and social achievements of women around the world
What is international Women’s day
This ancient liturgical language is still used in Orthodox church services.
What is geez
a river originating at Lake Tana in Ethiopia. It travels for approximately 1,450 km through Ethiopia and Sudan
Ethiopia won its first-ever African Cup of Nations (AFCON) championship in this year.
What is 1962
One of the most internationally recognized Ethiopian singers, known for her soulful voice.
Who is Aster Aweke
This holiday is a thanksgiving holiday celebrated my many oromos
What is Ireecha
In Tigrinya, how would you say "thank you”
What is Yekenyeley or Kibret Yehabley
What is the city in which the oldest Mosque in Africa is located
What is Massawa
This Eritrean long-distance runner won the Boston Marathon in 2015.
Who is Lelisa Desisa
this style of music a popular and and upbeat form of music, dance, and a key for understanding the Tigrinya tribe culture
What is Guyla
This holiday is celebrated in August by women and young girls and is often celebrated well into September
What is Ashenda
The Cushitic language spoken by the biggest group of people in Ethiopia
What is Afaan Oromo
This city is know for its beautiful beach and also very well know as the port where a famous battle took place
What is Massawa