The Czech Republic Embassy in Addis Ababa organized an event titled “Ethiopia in Czech colours III” held on October 30, 2021, at the premises of the Czech Embassy in Addis Ababa. The third round of this Exhibition is set in order to commemorate the Czech National Day and as a tradition, where artists are invited to use paints manufactured in the Czech Republic to tie the two countries in the journey of art and creativity.
The Ethiopian Visual Artists Association and the Ethiopian Women Artists Association handpicked the participants. There are 9 men and 1 woman artists that displayed their oil paintings. There was also a sculpture artist Amen Badeg, with a distinct test that has exquisite pieces made from scrap metal. There were different items being sold such as coffee, honey which designate the Ethiopian traditional flavor. There were stands by the leather products “Undkǝn”- handcrafted by the musician, Kenny Allen.
Awash Winery is catering the Bazaar and Exhibition with a coffee stand that was enjoyed by over 100 guests from different Embassies, international organizations, and art fanatics.