Africa-Press – Ethiopia. Irreecha continues to play a fundamental role in reinforcing Ethiopia’s prosperity and multinational unity, Culture and Sport Minister Shewit Shanka noted.
The 7th Irreecha Forum was held at Hora Harsede Hall in Bishoftu under the theme “Irreecha for the Revival of the Country”.
Chief Whip Tesfaye Beljige, Oromia Regional State Chief Administrator Shimelis Abdisa, federal and regional officials, ministers, Aba Gedas, Hade Sinqes, and other guests attended the forum.
In her keynote address, Culture and Sport Minister Shewit Shanka stated that Ethiopia is a nation rich in diverse cultures, languages, and values.
The Minister stressed that Irreecha, alongside the cultural practices of other nations, nationalities, and peoples, serves as a powerful expression of Ethiopia’s multinational unity in diversity.
The government is working to develop and promote such cultural heritages as key tourism attractions, she added.
Deeply rooted in the Geda system, Irreecha is both a symbol of the ancient traditions of the Oromo people and a festival of love, brotherhood, peace, and gratitude.
On his part, Oromia Regional State Chief Administrator Shimelis Abdisa described Irreecha as a festival of peace, gratitude, and solidarity.
He pointed out that the major national development projects underway are laying a strong foundation for Ethiopia’s future prosperity.
According to him, effective work is being carried out in all sectors to ensure overall prosperity in the region.
In this regard, the tourism sector, with emphasis on cultural values, is being promoted as an engine of growth, the Chief Administrator said.
This year’s Irreecha festival is being celebrated on Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5, 2025, at Hora Finfinne in Addis Ababa and Hora Harsede in Bishoftu, respectively.
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