Dire Dawa

The wide streets of Kezira, the role of the city in the Ethiopia-Djibouti railway history as well as the Islamic architecture and markets in Magala make the city cosmopolitan and unique in its existence.

Residents of Diredawa claims perils of flooding

the City Administration urges residents to be cautious and work together to mitigate, as there could be catastrophic harm to people and property

HEALTH Dire Dawa

Dire Dawa’s vintage Peugeot cars defying age and change

For a keen observer, the solidity of these 50-60 year old Peugeots, give an impression that they would yet serve for years to come.

LIFESTYLE Dire Dawa

Dire Dawa’s century-old houses and buildings registered as heritages

The houses that were built as far back as the 1870s are still being used as residences and business centers.

ARTS/CULTURE Dire Dawa

Under Kezira’s canopy: the shading trees protecting Dire Dawa residents from the scorching sun are now under threat

With temperatures on the rise, the famous trees are being cut down at an alarming rate, say locals

LIFESTYLE Dire Dawa

Illegal health care services rampant in Dire Dawa, authority revokes permits

Patients with cancer, hypertension, mental illness, and bedridden patients, are those intended to be supported with the service.

NEWS Dire Dawa

Living Condition of IDP: Observation of Camps in Dire-Dawa Administration

After Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed came to power in 2018, ethnic conflicts became the main driving factor.

REPORTS Dire Dawa