Summary
Tens of thousands of Ethiopians took part in the Irreecha thanksgiving festival in Addis Ababa and Bishoftu. This annual event is organized by the Oromo ethnic group to celebrate the end of the rainy season and involves singing, dancing, and traditional rituals. The festival attracted both locals and international visitors and emphasized joy and cultural pride.
Key Facts
- Irreecha is a thanksgiving festival celebrated by the Oromo ethnic group in Ethiopia.
- The festival marks the end of the main rainy season in Ethiopia.
- People gather around rivers and lakes to give thanks and participate in rituals.
- The festival includes singing, dancing, and placing grass and flowers in water as symbols of life and renewal.
- Irreecha brings together people of all ages from Ethiopia and around the world.
- This year's festival occurred in Addis Ababa on Saturday and in Bishoftu on Sunday.
- Social media has helped increase attendance by allowing young people to share their experiences.
- Historically, Irreecha has sometimes been a platform for protests, but this year's celebration was peaceful and focused on unity.
