I am not much of a political pundit but lately, with all of the craziness that is happening in the world, I’m beginning to learn that my guess and view are as good as anyone.

The issue of reparations for is one that comes up regularly on a theoretical level and not as a real solution. So imagine my surprise when I came across an article entitled “Jamaican government issues apology, reparations for the 1963 brutal attack on Rastas”.

It is interesting how interconnected our world has become.

I attended a meeting this week with a group of people who were more than twice my age and running an interesting organization.

So much happens around the world that is not covered by the news.

Thinking about the tragedy that struck our city, I cannot help but wonder how all of us, the entire city, contributed to all of this happening.

I believe it is safe to assume that being a woman in Addis Ababa is dangerous, life-threatening or even fatal.

It’s that time of the year where lent has began and some have gone vegan, alcohol and smoke free. These are the times where living in Addis as a young person is very challenging.

The question about African identity seems to be pushing itself to the forefront this week and at the center of that frightening debate is South Africa.

It has been wedding season in Ethiopia and I have seen so many caravans of wedding cars all over the city.