Ethiopia Regions

Ethiopia is a federal country divided into regional states (“kililoch”) and chartered cities. It has 12 regions and 2 chartered cities.

🇪🇹 Regional States of Ethiopia

1. Tigray Region

Capital: Mekelle
Located in northern Ethiopia
Known for ancient sites like Axum

2. Afar Region

Capital: Semera
Very hot, desert climate
Home to the Danakil Depression

3. Amhara Region

Capital: Bahir Dar
Rich historical heritage (Lalibela, Gondar)

4. Oromia Region

Capital: Addis Ababa (finfinne, special arrangement)
Largest region by population and area

5. Somali Region

Capital: Jijiga
Predominantly Somali-speaking population

6. Benishangul-Gumuz Region

Capital: Assosa
Location of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam

7. Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples’ Region (historically large, now reorganized)

Former large multi-ethnic region
Has been split into several newer regions (see below)

8. Sidama Region

Capital: Hawassa
Famous for coffee production

9. South West Ethiopia Peoples’ Region

Capital: Bonga
Rich forests and biodiversity

10. Southern Ethiopia Region

Newly formed region (2023)
Includes several former SNNPR zones

11. Central Ethiopia Region

Formed in 2023
Includes Gurage and surrounding areas

12. Harari Region

Capital: Harar
Smallest region
Historic walled city

🏙️ Chartered Cities

Addis Ababa – Capital of Ethiopia
Dire Dawa – Major commercial city

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