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Association Of Ethiopian Architects
The Association of Ethiopian Architects (AEA) is a professional organization for architects in Ethiopia. Headquartered in Addis Abeba, the AEA's aim is to promote the advancement of architecture in the country, facilitate training and research and work on a holistic enhancement of related cultures and traditions. It also works for the advancement of professional etiquette. The AEA is currently headed by Meskerem Tamiru as president and Tesfamariam Teshome as vice-president. History The Association of Ethiopian Architects was founded in Addis Ababa in August 1991. Organization Structure The Association's structure consists of President, Vice President, Secretary and four standing committee heads. * Wendwosen Demrew (President) * Amanuel Teshome Kebede (Vice- president) * Brook Tefera Belay (Secretary) * Bisrat Kifle Woldeyessus (Head of Professional Advancement and Popularization Chair ) * Timint Eshetu Yehdego ( Treasurer & Exhibition & Competition Chair Head ) * Helawi Sew ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa (; ,) is the capital city of Ethiopia, as well as the regional state of Oromia. With an estimated population of 2,739,551 inhabitants as of the 2007 census, it is the largest city in the country and the List of cities in Africa by population, eleventh-largest in Africa. Addis Ababa is a highly developed and important cultural, artistic, financial and administrative center of Ethiopia. It is widely known as one of Africa's major capitals. The founding history of Addis Ababa dates back to the late 19th century by Menelik II, Negus of Shewa, in 1886 after finding Mount Entoto unpleasant two years prior. At the time, the city was a resort town; its large mineral spring abundance attracted nobilities of the empire and led them to establish permanent settlement. It also attracted many members of the working classes – including artisans and merchants – and foreign visitors. Menelik II then formed his Menelik Palace, imperial palace in 1887. Addis Ababa became the em ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
