The move to the capital, which is surrounded by Oromia, is seen by some as a recognition of Oromo culture by the authorities. For years, Oromo people had complained of cultural and political ...

Not so long ago, Oromos in Ethiopia, despite making up the country's largest ethnic group, were reluctant to openly express their cultural and ethnic identity. This could go as far as avoiding ...

Their flexibility and willingness to adapt to eased restrictions and bumps along the way led to an event filled with colorful displays of Oromo culture, encompassing its complex nature in a variety of ...