Well we were hoping for an update today, but nothing new yet. We are anxiously waiting for the news on our court date. In the meantime we are taking time to learn about Ethiopia.
Here are a few facts for you to know:
Captial City: Addis Ababa (where we are going)
Official Language: Amharic
Population: 64,117,452 (estimated)
Land area: 437,794 Square miles
Major Religions: Ethiopian Orthodox, Islam, Animism, Judaism
Currency: Birr
As of 1/8/07 9.29 Birr = $1
January 19 is Timkat. Timkat is the most important Christian holiday in Ethiopia. It honors the day the Three Wise Men found the infant Jesus in Bethlehem.
September 11 is Enkutatash is the Ethiopian New Year.
Education: About 40% of Ethiopian Children go to Primary school, less than 1/2 of these students go on to secondary school. In the country they are just taught by their parents. In most cities, children start going to school at age 7. Only 36% of the adult population is able to read and write.
That's all for now. Stay tune for the next post on the land, animals, & climate. Hopefully an update on the court date too.
All our love,
Rick & Mandi
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