Ethiopia

On 23rd November 2025, Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted for the first time in 12,000 years, sending ash plumes 14 km into the sky and propelling volcanic dust towards western and northern India at speeds of up to 120 km/h.

Ethiopia: Key Facts

  • Location/Unique Feature: Ethiopia is a landlocked country in the Horn of Africa, bordered by Eritrea, Djibouti, Somalia, Kenya, South Sudan and Sudan, known for the Ethiopian Highlands, Great Rift Valley and being one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited civilizations.
  • Importance for India: Ethiopia is a key African partner, offering strategic access to the Horn of ....
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