Over many years, Ethiopia, one of Africa’s first independent countries, has slowly began to take its place in modern civilization. Before this can be accomplished, Ethiopia must have a well structured government, main religions, a common language, a stable climate, and resources to keep its citizens healthy. The history of Ethiopia shows many famines, and droughts, an unsettling start for Africa’s first independent country. As well as being independent, Ethiopia is also the second most populated country in Africa. During the 4th century, Coptic Christianity was introduced from Egypt. In 1855 to 1868, the Ethiopian State foundation was idealized by Emperor Tewodros II. In 1896, Italy invades and assumes control over Eritrea. Ethiopia is left as an independent. Years after this, in 1935 to 1941, Italy invades once more and takes over Emperor Haile Selassie. Ethiopia is annexed, until the British and Commonwealth armies aid the
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Ethiopians are known for their helpfulness and notable kindness towards others. The Ethiopians play music, create beautiful artworks, and cook. A common food includes corn, barley, oats, and sorghum flour. This is boiled with milk and eaten with a wooden spoon (culturegrams). Families live together in large groups that include extended families. Marriages are usually arranged or parents let their children choose from a group of pre-approved potential spouses. Ethiopia was once conquered by Mussolini. However, now it has an independent government. The prime minister of Ethiopia is Hailemariam Desalegn. He was sworn in after the death of Meles Zenawi, who was the leader for a long period. His reign follows that of the Ethiopian People Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF). Ethiopia does have a national TV network, but it is owned by the state. Other private channels are owned, as well as radio stations, which are the most common media.
Ethiopians are known for their helpfulness and notable kindness towards others. The Ethiopians play music, create beautiful artworks, and cook. A common food includes corn, barley, oats, and sorghum flour. This is boiled with milk and eaten with a wooden spoon (culturegrams). Families live together in large groups that include extended families. Marriages are usually arranged or parents let their children choose from a group of pre-approved potential spouses. Ethiopia was once conquered by Mussolini. However, now it has an independent government. The prime minister of Ethiopia is Hailemariam Desalegn. He was sworn in after the death of Meles Zenawi, who was the leader for a long period. His reign follows that of the Ethiopian People Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF). Ethiopia does have a national TV network, but it is owned by the state. Other private channels are owned, as well as radio stations, which are the most common media.