From political upheavals to natural disasters, this week's photos offer a glimpse into a world both beautiful and troubled.

Every September 11—as the rains retreat and the earth drinks its final drops—the golden petals of the Meskel flower ... and celebration—but very little of Ethiopia. There’s a void, a ...

Thousands in Ethiopia's capital city defied a downpour to celebrate Meskel, the first big festival of the religious year. It ...

Following the celebration of the Ethiopian ... cultural holidays celebrated in Ethiopia between August and September. In addition to its religious values, Meskel is punctuated with the end of ...

The Department's Head Meseret Amerega told the Ethiopian Press Agency (EPA) that the festival aims to attract both foreign and domestic tourists. This year's celebration is themed "Our Meskel ...

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) — Thousands of Ethiopians gathered in the capital Thursday to celebrate an annual religious ...

A larger celebration of Meskel is expected Friday in Gurage Zone in Ethiopia’s south, where Meskel has long held particular significance. The Gurage Zone administration said it expects hundreds ...

There was heavy security presence at this year's celebration - personnel numbers have been beefed up at many major events in Ethiopia amid sporadic fighting in regions such as Amhara and Oromia.