Forwarded from Ketema Journal
Dear Readers,
The ET-302 Memorial Monument & Park, inaugurated on March 10, 2025, on the sixth anniversary of the Ethiopian Airlines tragedy, stands as a powerful symbol of remembrance, healing, and unity. Designed by Alebel Desta Consulting Architects following an international competition, the memorial weaves architecture, landscape, and meaning into a space that honors the 157 victims through themes of absence, revelation, and healing.
Built with sensitivity, community engagement, and deep symbolism, the memorial invites reflection through carefully crafted spaces like the Main Monument, Healing Monument, Burial Ground, and Rock Garden. It is a moving testament to the resilience of the victims’ families and the enduring role of architecture in collective memory.
A collaborative triumph—funded by Boeing, supported by families, and realized by Ethiopian architects and builders—the memorial balances solemnity with hope. Its native vegetation, solar panels, and vernacular stone circles root it in place, while offering a universal space for reflection.
More than a monument, it’s a living testament to resilience, where memory takes flight amid the quiet fields of Gimbichu.
May the souls of the 157 victims rest in peace!
Check it out! 👇
https://ketemajournal.com/v-30-flipbook/
https://ketemajournal.com/v-30/
JANUARY • FEBRUARY • 2025
Printed versions available at:
Abrehot Library
Tomoca Coffee (all branches)
Gelani Coffee, Dumerso Coffee
Kebena House, Zoma Museum
And more destinations
@ketema_journal
The ET-302 Memorial Monument & Park, inaugurated on March 10, 2025, on the sixth anniversary of the Ethiopian Airlines tragedy, stands as a powerful symbol of remembrance, healing, and unity. Designed by Alebel Desta Consulting Architects following an international competition, the memorial weaves architecture, landscape, and meaning into a space that honors the 157 victims through themes of absence, revelation, and healing.
Built with sensitivity, community engagement, and deep symbolism, the memorial invites reflection through carefully crafted spaces like the Main Monument, Healing Monument, Burial Ground, and Rock Garden. It is a moving testament to the resilience of the victims’ families and the enduring role of architecture in collective memory.
A collaborative triumph—funded by Boeing, supported by families, and realized by Ethiopian architects and builders—the memorial balances solemnity with hope. Its native vegetation, solar panels, and vernacular stone circles root it in place, while offering a universal space for reflection.
More than a monument, it’s a living testament to resilience, where memory takes flight amid the quiet fields of Gimbichu.
May the souls of the 157 victims rest in peace!
Check it out! 👇
https://ketemajournal.com/v-30-flipbook/
https://ketemajournal.com/v-30/
JANUARY • FEBRUARY • 2025
Printed versions available at:
Abrehot Library
Tomoca Coffee (all branches)
Gelani Coffee, Dumerso Coffee
Kebena House, Zoma Museum
And more destinations
@ketema_journal
Forwarded from Association of Ethiopian Architects | AEA
Good afternoon, Colleagues and friends.
architects ወርሃዊ is back with another exciting session!
Our 50th session will be on "ARCHITECTURE AND HISTORY: Conservation works in Fasil Gebbi WHS" with Fasil Giorghis on Thursday July 03, 2025 at Tayitu Cultural and Educational Center.
(Please use goggle map for directions...
https://maps.app.goo.gl/5SMHWe539GmtyKMWA )
Pre registration is required on the Google Form attached to attend.
https://forms.gle/djrSF6kC9dJEA9yn7
Come and meet friends, build your network!
See you all on Thursday for architects ወርሃዊ.
architects ወርሃዊ is back with another exciting session!
Our 50th session will be on "ARCHITECTURE AND HISTORY: Conservation works in Fasil Gebbi WHS" with Fasil Giorghis on Thursday July 03, 2025 at Tayitu Cultural and Educational Center.
(Please use goggle map for directions...
https://maps.app.goo.gl/5SMHWe539GmtyKMWA )
Pre registration is required on the Google Form attached to attend.
https://forms.gle/djrSF6kC9dJEA9yn7
Come and meet friends, build your network!
See you all on Thursday for architects ወርሃዊ.
Forwarded from Chronos Ethiopia
🚉 “Along the Railway” — Coming Soon!
Step into a digital journey through the historic Ethio–Djibouti Railway, exploring its timeless stations and architectural heritage that once connected cultures, cities, and generations.
✨ Stay tuned and connect with us on all social media platforms for updates on this immersive digital documentation event!
🎥 In collaboration with:
🇫🇷 @FranceInEthiopia @AllianceFrancaiseAddis @Mach1
🏗️ @BetonDesign
🏛️ @ZuretAddis
🎨 @LinkupAddis @HulumAnimation
#AlongTheRailway #EthioDjiboutiRailway #DigitalHeritage #ArchitecturalDocumentation #UrbanHistory #CulturalHeritage #AddisAbabaHeritage #RailwayStories #HeritageConservation #FranceInEthiopia #AllianceFrancaiseAddis #Mach1 #BetonDesign #ZuretAddis #LinkupAddis #HulumAnimation #DigitalExhibition
Step into a digital journey through the historic Ethio–Djibouti Railway, exploring its timeless stations and architectural heritage that once connected cultures, cities, and generations.
✨ Stay tuned and connect with us on all social media platforms for updates on this immersive digital documentation event!
🎥 In collaboration with:
🇫🇷 @FranceInEthiopia @AllianceFrancaiseAddis @Mach1
🏗️ @BetonDesign
🏛️ @ZuretAddis
🎨 @LinkupAddis @HulumAnimation
#AlongTheRailway #EthioDjiboutiRailway #DigitalHeritage #ArchitecturalDocumentation #UrbanHistory #CulturalHeritage #AddisAbabaHeritage #RailwayStories #HeritageConservation #FranceInEthiopia #AllianceFrancaiseAddis #Mach1 #BetonDesign #ZuretAddis #LinkupAddis #HulumAnimation #DigitalExhibition
Forwarded from LinkUp Addis
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Coming Soon!
Step into a digital journey through the historic Ethio Djibouti Railway, exploring its timeless stations and architectural heritage that once connected cultures, cities, and generations.
Stay tuned and connect with us on all social media platforms for updates on this immersive digital documentation event!
@LinkUpaddis
Coming Soon!
Step into a digital journey through the historic Ethio Djibouti Railway, exploring its timeless stations and architectural heritage that once connected cultures, cities, and generations.
Stay tuned and connect with us on all social media platforms for updates on this immersive digital documentation event!
@LinkUpaddis
Forwarded from Chronos Ethiopia
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🚉 Along the Railway
We’re preparing an exhibition that explores the architectural heritage of the Ethio–Djibouti Railway — a journey through the stations, structures, and stories that shaped generations.
As heritage professionals, this is our first exhibition, and we’re excited to share it with you.
The exhibition is open for collaboration, and we invite everyone passionate about heritage and architecture to join us.
#EthioDjiboutiRailway #HeritageConservation #ArchitecturalHeritage #AlongTheRailway #EthiopianHeritage #Exhibition
We’re preparing an exhibition that explores the architectural heritage of the Ethio–Djibouti Railway — a journey through the stations, structures, and stories that shaped generations.
As heritage professionals, this is our first exhibition, and we’re excited to share it with you.
The exhibition is open for collaboration, and we invite everyone passionate about heritage and architecture to join us.
#EthioDjiboutiRailway #HeritageConservation #ArchitecturalHeritage #AlongTheRailway #EthiopianHeritage #Exhibition
🚉 “Along the Railway”
Step into a digital journey through the historic Ethio–Djibouti Railway, exploring its timeless stations and architectural heritage that once connected cultures, cities, and generations.
🎉 Opening Event: November 2 — for invited guests
🌍 Public Opening: November 3 — open to everyone
✨ Stay tuned and connect with us on all social media platforms for more updates and stories along the line!
🎥 In collaboration with:
🇫🇷 @FranceInEthiopia @AllianceFrancaiseAddis
@AEA
@chronosethiopia
🏗️ @BetonDesign
🏛️ @ZuretAddis
🎨 @LinkupAddis @HulumAnimation
#AlongTheRailway #EthioDjiboutiRailway #DigitalHeritage #ArchitecturalDocumentation #UrbanHistory #CulturalHeritage #AddisAbabaHeritage #RailwayStories #HeritageConservation #FranceInEthiopia #AllianceFrancaiseAddis #Mach1 #BetonDesign #ZuretAddis #LinkupAddis #HulumAnimation #DigitalExhibition #EthiopianHeritage
Step into a digital journey through the historic Ethio–Djibouti Railway, exploring its timeless stations and architectural heritage that once connected cultures, cities, and generations.
🎉 Opening Event: November 2 — for invited guests
🌍 Public Opening: November 3 — open to everyone
✨ Stay tuned and connect with us on all social media platforms for more updates and stories along the line!
🎥 In collaboration with:
🇫🇷 @FranceInEthiopia @AllianceFrancaiseAddis
@AEA
@chronosethiopia
🏗️ @BetonDesign
🏛️ @ZuretAddis
🎨 @LinkupAddis @HulumAnimation
#AlongTheRailway #EthioDjiboutiRailway #DigitalHeritage #ArchitecturalDocumentation #UrbanHistory #CulturalHeritage #AddisAbabaHeritage #RailwayStories #HeritageConservation #FranceInEthiopia #AllianceFrancaiseAddis #Mach1 #BetonDesign #ZuretAddis #LinkupAddis #HulumAnimation #DigitalExhibition #EthiopianHeritage
Forwarded from Association of Ethiopian Architects | AEA
Only 3 days left....
“Along the Railway”
Step into a digital journey through the historic Ethio–Djibouti Railway, exploring its timeless stations and architectural heritage that once connected cultures, cities, and generations.
🎉 Opening Event: November 2 — for invited guests
🌍 Public Opening: November 3 — open to everyone
Stay tuned and connect with us on all social media platforms for more updates and stories along the line!
🎥 In collaboration with:
@FranceInEthiopia @AllianceFrancaiseAddis @AssociationofEthiopianArchitects @chronosethiopia @BetonDesign @ZuretAddis @LinkupAddis @HulumAnimation
#AlongTheRailway #EthioDjiboutiRailway #DigitalHeritage #ArchitecturalDocumentation #UrbanHistory #CulturalHeritage #AddisAbabaHeritage #RailwayStories #HeritageConservation #FranceInEthiopia #AllianceFrancaiseAddis #Mach1 #BetonDesign #ZuretAddis #LinkupAddis #HulumAnimation #DigitalExhibition #EthiopianHeritage
“Along the Railway”
Step into a digital journey through the historic Ethio–Djibouti Railway, exploring its timeless stations and architectural heritage that once connected cultures, cities, and generations.
🎉 Opening Event: November 2 — for invited guests
🌍 Public Opening: November 3 — open to everyone
Stay tuned and connect with us on all social media platforms for more updates and stories along the line!
🎥 In collaboration with:
@FranceInEthiopia @AllianceFrancaiseAddis @AssociationofEthiopianArchitects @chronosethiopia @BetonDesign @ZuretAddis @LinkupAddis @HulumAnimation
#AlongTheRailway #EthioDjiboutiRailway #DigitalHeritage #ArchitecturalDocumentation #UrbanHistory #CulturalHeritage #AddisAbabaHeritage #RailwayStories #HeritageConservation #FranceInEthiopia #AllianceFrancaiseAddis #Mach1 #BetonDesign #ZuretAddis #LinkupAddis #HulumAnimation #DigitalExhibition #EthiopianHeritage
📸 Photography
Journey through time with rare and captivating images that reveal the architectural beauty and cultural stories of the old Ethio-Djibouti Railway.
⸻
🌐 Hologram Display
Experience history in motion — watch the railway’s forgotten structures come to life through immersive holographic visuals.
⸻
🕶️ VR Experience
Step into a virtual reconstruction of historic train stations and landscapes — travel “along the railway” without leaving the room.
⸻
🏛️ Historical Narrative
Discover the untold stories behind the Ethio-Djibouti line — a journey that once connected cultures, economies, and generations.
⸻
🧱 Architectural Models
Explore detailed 3D representations of iconic railway stations, blending archival research with digital reconstruction.
⸻
🎨 Collage Art
A creative fusion of past and present — visual interpretations of railway architecture through layered art and imagination.
Journey through time with rare and captivating images that reveal the architectural beauty and cultural stories of the old Ethio-Djibouti Railway.
⸻
🌐 Hologram Display
Experience history in motion — watch the railway’s forgotten structures come to life through immersive holographic visuals.
⸻
🕶️ VR Experience
Step into a virtual reconstruction of historic train stations and landscapes — travel “along the railway” without leaving the room.
⸻
🏛️ Historical Narrative
Discover the untold stories behind the Ethio-Djibouti line — a journey that once connected cultures, economies, and generations.
⸻
🧱 Architectural Models
Explore detailed 3D representations of iconic railway stations, blending archival research with digital reconstruction.
⸻
🎨 Collage Art
A creative fusion of past and present — visual interpretations of railway architecture through layered art and imagination.