Ethiopia

[DG69]

Oh, there is racism in Ethiopia, just not against white people, but against blacks. The Ethiopians consider themself not as black, but brown. Anyway in Ethiopia are different tribs. Some more light than others and the more lighter ones consider themselfs als more pretty.
But, it's not an open racism, it's more a kind of preference.
That there is a cinema at edna mall, I didn't knew. I went in alot of malls, to see some eye candy, but I wasn't too impressed.
The most shops in the malls deals with local handicrafts. No, international branches. Not even food branches. There is no McDonnels in Addis, nor any oder fast food chain has a restaurant. Some may not see that as a drawback, since the local cusine is Ok and there are enough restaurants. But, it's a good indication that the land is not very developed.

[Urgent Need]

Got two job offers, for either Addis Ababa or Nairobi.

As far as women are concerned which is the best?

I like ethiopian type of women more but was told that kenyans enjoy sex much more so are so much better in bed.

Which country to choose?

thanks in advance.

Had the choice been b/n kenya and ghana, I would definitely go for ghana. The choice b/n kenya and Ethiopia is very clear. Kenya is the best. You will find many Ethio girls and girls from other neighbouring countries in nairobi where as this is not the case in Addis as far as I know. Kenya has better infrastructure than Ethiopia. That is a big plus when you travel. As someone mentioned earlier, there is basically nothing you can do in addis except sex ofcourse. Girls are more open in kenya. If you are after variety, go for kenya. You will find whites and blacks. The other thing you can always fly to addis during your vacation and enjoy everything it has to offer. These are neighbouring countries and it is not that expensive to go from one to another. That is what I think. Those with a lot more experience in these countries will give you better info. Anyway where ever you end up going, keep us posted about the mongering scene. Be careful.

[Zimbo66]

Got two job offers, for either Addis Ababa or Nairobi.

As far as women are concerned which is the best?

I like ethiopian type of women more but was told that kenyans enjoy sex much more so are so much better in bed.

Which country to choose?

thanks in advance.

I just spent 3 months in Addis. It is a nice safe place. People are friendly and there is no hint of racism. Its refreshing after some other central and southern african countries. They are very proud of their culture.

There is a Cinema at Edna Mall that shows the latest English Movies. There are some good nightclubs. The girls are easy to talk to but they can be hard work to get to date. Memos nightclub is an easy place to find WG's. Addis does tend to sleep after about 9.30pm at night except on Friday and Saturday nights.

I met a guy who had just spent 3 years in Nairobi and he hated it because of the crime and racism towards him. He was really happy to have moved to Addis. I haven't been to Nairobi for a while so I can't post any comments about that place.

[DG69]

Got two job offers, for either Addis Ababa or Nairobi.

As far as women are concerned which is the best?

I like ethiopian type of women more but was told that kenyans enjoy sex much more so are so much better in bed.

Which country to choose?

thanks in advance.

I was never in Kenia, but I were in Addis Ababa so I might not the best Advisor.
Addis is a very safe City, which is a big plus.
Internet is very slow in Addis, maybe in Nairobi as well, but I guess Nairobi is a bit better developed.
There are no big shopping center with all kind of shops, or francize you might miss that. In Addis there are no big cinemas, where one can see english speaking movies.
So, Addis you can get bored very quick.
In Nairobi you have not only Kenyan girls, but also girls from the neighbour countries.
I would choose Nairobi.

[Tavares]

Got two job offers, for either Addis Ababa or Nairobi.

As far as women are concerned which is the best?

I like ethiopian type of women more but was told that kenyans enjoy sex much more so are so much better in bed.

Which country to choose?

thanks in advance.

[Urgent Need]

As I said in my previous post, I really do not have that much of a deep knowledge what is going on inside Ethiopia. Just wanted to share my guess. Many NGOs in developing countries say that FGM is much more common than we know. As I said the campaign against FGM started not long time ago. Was that the case 18 years ago? Definitely not. Not only that but also some of the WGs in addis come from other cities where parents do not have much of a knowledge about this dangerous procedure. Anyway it is good to hear that the number is much smaller.

http://www.afrol.com/articles/22348

[Zimbo66]

I don't think that you are quite right about so many young girls being cut. I just spent 3 months in Addis Ababa and the better educated girls from Addis do not undergo this ritual any more. However, it is still common in some of the distant rural areas. Likewise with HIV. Many of the younger people are well educated about the need for precautions so the rate of HIV amongst younger people in Addis is not on the rise.

[Tavares]

thanks, UN

I guess things are a bit better in AA, in big cities people are generally more open minded.

[Urgent Need]

How many women aged 18-25 are sexually mutilated nowadays in Ethiopia? in percentage of course; and in Addis in particular?

thanks

Don't take this as a final word, it is just my best guess. Based on what I read on eastern africa in general and Ethiopia in particular, I would say about about 70-80% are cut. The campaign against FGM started in africa not long time ago. Many countries today in africa have made FGM illegal. Parents are also well aware of the risk involved and most do not want to practice it abymore. 18-20 years ago nobody cared. It is relatively a simple procedure which can be done by a local handyman in your own house. It is very dangerous and deadly to say the least. I had been to Ethiopia only once for about 2 weeks. Most of the girls I went out with were cut. If you ask them, they will tell you. It is not really a big secret. You can also tell the cut from uncut. Anyway just wanted to share all I know about it no matter how little. Those with many experience about the country will tell you more.

[Tavares]

How many women aged 18-25 are sexually mutilated nowadays in Ethiopia? in percentage of course; and in Addis in particular?

thanks

[Addis2006]

I hope you guys are not planning something illegal.It is immoral to take advantage of poor women who are struggling for survival.

Of course not.

We are horny men, not criminals.

[Urgent Need]

Sorry for the late reply. I don't check this site too often. I do live in Addis. And tricks are more possible in Addis every year.

July is a long way off from now. Alert me a few weeks before your arrival.

I hope you guys are not planning something illegal.It is immoral to take advantage of poor women who are struggling for survival.

[Addis2006]

Sure!! I promise to share the ladies but I will reach Addis in July. Keep in touch! Could you tell me if you live in Addis Abeba? But is it possible to do dirty tricks in Addis?

thanks for some info.

Sorry for the late reply. I don't check this site too often. I do live in Addis. And tricks are more possible in Addis every year.

July is a long way off from now. Alert me a few weeks before your arrival.

[Buddah]

Getting There & Away

[B]Desalegn Hotel #3

Based on recommendations in the Lonely Planet guide and Internet research, the Desalegn was my hotel of choice. But there are 3 Desalegn hotels in Addis Ababa...

The Desalegn #1 is an older hotel that’s not particularly recommended. I gathered the Desalegn #2 was the hotel mentioned in the LP guide. I ended up at the Desalegn #3 by mistake, but that turned out to be the place where I intended to stay. How 2 wrongs can make a right! I still don’t have a clue where the Desalegn #2 is located.

The Desalegn #3 is on Mike Leyland St, better known as EU Rd. The European Union building is just across the street.

Loso

Loso

Thx for great reports,

Did you get a business card from the Desalegn

Or could provide us with Tel/Fax-no?

Thx

Buddah

[Addis2006]

Hello is it possible to rent an apartment in Addis Abeba for 10 days?

Yes, it is possible to rent apartment in Addis. The selection is small but it can be done. If I help you get one, it will mean that we will have to share the ladies also.