Thousands of Ethiopian Orthodox faithful gathered in Addis Ababa and the historic town of Lalibela on January 6 to celebrate Orthodox Christmas Eve with solemn all-night prayers, candlelight processions, and hymns. Dressed in traditional white garments, worshippers observed the vigil marking the end of a 43-day fasting period.
On January 7, Ethiopia celebrates Genna—the Nativity of Jesus Christ—according to the ancient Julian calendar. The celebration reflects the country’s deep-rooted Christian heritage and highlights enduring traditions of faith, devotion, and communal unity that have been preserved for centuries.
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