Addis Ababa city administration head Adanech Abaye conducted an Iftar sharing ceremony with Muslims residing in low-income areas. This event, held during the Ramadan fast and Orthodox Lent, served as an expression of social unity. It highlights interfaith tolerance in the capital.
On March 4, 2026, Addis Ababa city administration head Adanech Abaye participated in an Iftar meal-sharing ceremony with Muslims in low-income neighborhoods. The event took place in Ara Da Park, serving as a gesture of unity toward Muslim sisters and brothers in these areas.
In her message during the social service initiative, Adanech stated: "Today, we have conducted the Iftar sharing ceremony in Ara Da Park as an expression of unity with our Muslim sisters and brothers in low-income areas." She noted that this occurs amid the major Ramadan fast for the Muslim community and the Great Lent for Orthodox Christian followers, a time when offerings to the Creator increase.
She described it as a unique period for mutual forgiveness, pardon, reflection, and asking 'What have I done?' despite differences in religious practices. Officials observed that such Iftar sharing with residents in low-income areas is expanding across all sub-cities. This promotes greater examples of the city's reflection, mercy, and forgiveness, serving as an ongoing initiative.