ADDIS ABABA – The “Back to Your Origin Summer Fest,” a three-day event organized for the Second-Generation Ethiopians Homecoming, commenced today at the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa. The festival aims to showcase Ethiopian art, sports, and culinary traditions while fostering cultural connections within the Ethiopian diaspora.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, Deputy Director General Belayneh Aknaw stated that the event will provide an opportunity for diaspora members to engage in the transfer of knowledge, skills, and technology, as well as encourage participation in tourism, trade, and investment. The festival is part of the third round of second-generation Ethiopians’ homecoming, which began during the current rainy season.
The event will feature a variety of activities, including a fashion show, sporting events, and an expo that aims to strengthen participants’ understanding of their heritage while promoting Ethiopia’s rich history and cultural assets. Organized by the Ethiopian diaspora service in collaboration with Coach Carlos Summer Camp, the festival is expected to create lasting connections between the diaspora and their country of origin.