I'm glad you survived this mess. Keep in mind that you're visiting all these remote parts of Ethiopia that even we Ethiopians wouldn't feel safe visiting. You're brave, but stay safe! :)

Dear Yves my Ethiopian Wife and I felt very worried and upset, we really appreciate your efforts to share your voyages and stories… I don’t blame you if you feel disappointed and upset or frustrated but keep in mind what you shared it’s unique, as my wife said even Ethiopians don’t take the challenge as you do to reach these amazing places... As well she's very supportive and upset about what happens to tourists in her country as your barber in Addis or the overcharged of your bicycle as your entrance to the country. The Ethiopian government doesn't care about Tourism and overcharge and take advantage of you...we had the experience so many times, even my wife as an Ethiopian with a Spanish passport she is overcharged 🤦🏻‍♂️... Take care Yves all the best. Kind regards Hywot & Ulises.

So sorry to hear that this happened, I've absolutely loved all the videos you've put out so far. I hope that you're able to rally, recover, and continue your trip, if you're comfortable doing so and want to continue.

I will miss Yves so much!!! You are the best reporter and adventurer!! Your Channel is National Geographic 21 st century!! Regards from Barcelona!!

🇪🇹 I want to express my deepest sympathies for the hardships you've endured, and I truly admire your resilience in the face of such adversity. Life may seem mundane until you come to the profound realization that it is, in fact, remarkably delicate and fleeting.

Yves, I never post on KZfaq but after seeing this I felt inclined. please don't give up my friend! You are an inspiration! Your videos are unique and offer such a rare and personal perspective into the people and culture of so many wonderful and far-flung places. You are the highlight of Saturday's my man. Thank you for sharing your journey Yves. Wishing you all the best and please keep safe! Vive la France!

Thank goodness you are safe man! That must've been INSANE. As long as you are safe that's all that matters. Even if the footage is lost, I could kind of picture it (the scene), with you giving the details. It must have been an incredible and scary experience. Keep doing what you love, but don't die on us man. I really enjoy you're content. Been there from, (almost), the start. :) ❤❤❤

What added a greater finale to your video was the purity of the kids walking with you, in essence showing you there is a future ahead of you and it's best to continue this journey, there is evil in every beauty of this earth but know more that beauty is greater than the evil that resides in obscure time frames which that makes us aware that we should appreciate life in every moment. This is one journey that #Iam_Marwa could never have undertaken, well done to you Kino for having come this far.

Glad that you’re alive and meet you back. Thank you for your adventures videos, and I admire your courage.

Good to know you're okay! I always love watching your videos and hearing your perspectives. They're always entertaining and insightful!

That is the reality of our country Ethiopia right now. No one feels safe ...people are being killed and robbed everyday...There is no order in the country. I feel sorry for what happened man.

Sorry to hear your bad experience! glad to hear you are safe I think the accident is a common phenomenon in so many parts of Ethiopia, even to the citizens of the country. Your trip will inspire a lot of followers and never give up ! As a ex wildlife managers I have worked in remote part of Ethiopia for 10 years so I want to give you a piece of advise that when you travel remote part don’t take town boys as guide try to get local people preferably elderly to accompany you ; that will decrease the potential of robed or killed by robbers! Good luck !

Wow, what a crazy experience. Im glad you made it out of it, and you are still committed to your journey.

I like your explanation so much more than any video. Don't be sad about losing that material. This one is probably your best one! I'm so happy you left that sad village from before. I simply coudn't watch the last one from there. The was the first one I didn't watch! Wishing you all the luck!!!

Merci pour le partage Yves ! Et vraiment soulagé que tout ailles bien pour toi après cette expérience.. Tu savais que ce n'était pas sans risque mais tu ne t'attendais sûrement pas à ce que ca t'arrive avec ce niveau d'intensité ! Le principal c'est que tout aille bien et que tu puisses rentrer, te requinquer et reprendre ensuite les aventures si le cœur t'en dit. On est nombreux à voyager à travers tes vidéos et je pense que tout le monde ici apprécie l'authenticité de ton contenu. Prend soin de toi et à bientôt 😉

Yves, thx for your videos and stories, its like more than a year i am with you in your journey, every Saturday keep watching new stories and adventures! Thats amazing, right now there is no difference if you will drive the car or move by bicycle, now all focus on You as a adventurer, not on the stuff. Greetings from Estonia, Tallinn! P.S. I believe it will be really great to see again you after such long road in France, eating some croissants and sharing your emotions how you will yourself at home. Let God bless you, just remember, God saved you in this trouble. Be safe! 🙏🏻💪🏻

Hello Yves, I am glad to hear that you are safe. This region is so remote that no one has the courage to visit. I admire what you have discovered as an audience. You are really unique type of adventurer and traveller, I haven't seen one like you. Most of them are city lovers. Keep it up, but take care.

So glad you live to tell the tale, Yves! The story could have ended so much worse..... Even your description of the violent festival was scary. I'm just happy to see you vlogging again. Stay safe please.

We follow you from Iraq 🇮🇶 and we always hope that you are well. We are glad that you will visit our town again to explore the many cultural things that belong to our country, and we miss you. ❤

Yves, First and for most you are okay and still alive. Just know this is my first comment on youtube, MAN!!! Uffff, What an exciting adventure you brought us on your channel is JUST AMAZING! and to hear your troubles was vey heartfelt. You are an amazing adventurist and do well in the future. Bro hope you recover the trauma u experienced and come back with wonders. While you rest we will wait. MUCH RESPECT FROM TORONTO!!!!!!

So glad you are ok Yves! What an experience, terrifying. Do whatever your hart tells you to do. If you decide to continue by 4x4 at one point, I would be just as excited as for the bike. It means you can visit more sites and show them to us! Do whatever feels best to you. I so appreciate your strength and passion for adventure! Be safe out there, it is the most important thing.

Bon courage Yves, tu as déjà beaucoup visité et partagé, une petite pause au pays s'impose

Glad you are still alive, Was extremely sad to hear this. Me crying already because they robbed me on a travelbus... but this is way worse. Cant wait to follow more of ur journey and from here on it will only get better in the future

I'm glad you survived Yves, hope you'll have a safe journey back to France. You're the most original channel I follow on KZfaq. I admire how natural and spontaneous the way you travel and courage you have. Take a good rest, I'll be waiting to watch your next journeys.

Glad you are safe! Don’t let this experience change your image of Ethiopia. Every place has its bad side. Plus these are remote tribes, not even the average Ethiopian goes here.

In my eyes you are the greatest adventurer I have ever seen. I got goosebumps from the story. I wish you an eventful, impressive journey and I'm really looking forward to future videos and that you share your fascinating experiences with us. Greetings from Bavaria in Germany :)

Your a trooper Yves , you embody the spirit of travel . Thanks for sharing, me and others live vicariously through your travels . You are an awesome person , thanks again , keep em coming 👍

Yves I’m glad you’re safe ! It looks like one fantastic adventure your on . Keep peddling on 😃👍

thanks god you are ok yves forget about all the stuff u lost, the most emportant thing is that you are safe now and you are the most brave youtuber I have been see, please be safe and we will be waiting for you and your videos when you get the passport come to ksa and asia coutinue your amazing journy bec that what we all dream to do, you are very unique. kindregards, takecare of youreself -abdulaziz sa

I have the light in my eyes... Your videos are amazing.. Have watched each one...truely inspiring .. Dont give up , Just be more careful...Thank you so much for what you do

Yves, you are the Indiana Jones of our times. You bring us these amazing adventure and culture. Every time you meet a challenge you survive, because your super power is your world knowledge, people skills and positivity. You have that, but you momentarily forgot and questioned the world. We want to remind you that we watch and enjoy all your adventure in strange lands. You are the superhero and you give the world hope for better future and life. Everytime you make video and share the experience my world gets better. You are an artist and this is your destiny. Keep fighting

So sorry about your experience. Glad your safe, can't wait to see you soon!

Your simply a one of a kind. You went through all of that and you are still in Ethiopia. Much respect

Yves, I appreciate your work, type a travel show that you don’t get to have with many other producers. You bring a fuller picture of these less explored parts of the world to us. Your passion and bravery are seen and appreciated.

Hi Yves, just here to give you a moral support.What you do is not easy but it brings joy to many people to see your “sincerity” in your journey.

Me and my family have been watching your videos and seeing this made us so sad. Please take care of yourself and continue with your adventures. Maybe stay far away from such unsettling situations. Sending you love and well wishes. ❤

Hey Yves, it doesn’t mean you need to ride a bike in order for us to follow you, we’ll be equally happy with you doing it with more comfort and safer as well, look fwd to your next video, hopefully you’re happier in your next video again. 👍

Even I am terrified of moving anywhere outside of Addis specifically at this time. Be careful my friend since we are in uncertain times. Thank you for everything and stay safe.

The world is so scary sometimes, but don't give up. The future reserves better things to you man. Good luck on your journey!

I am one of those who have been following your incredible journey on this bicycle for a very long time. Obviously, it's very brave of you to continue despite the many problems you have encountered in this process. But it is also madness. In the end, it is a marvellous experience. You have progressed very well even so far. It's worth it just for the magnificient views you recorded while travelling on your bicycle😌😌

Merci de nous faire voyager Yves ! Bravo pour ce que tu fais ! J'espère que tout va s'arranger au plus vite et que tu pourras rapidement reprendre ce voyage incroyable !

Thank you for your amazing content. Please take care of yourself and stay safe!

Hello Yves, i watch you for one month now and i like you and your videos very much. Please take care and feel the danger before the danger starts, that is most important and stay healthy🙌🙏

Now that's some old school travelling you have my respect not many people have the stomach for danger anymore.Growing up reading Thesiger and others was the standard that my buddies and I in the 70's wanted to emulate but you mon ami Yves are his equal in a modern context.I love your honesty and I wish you the best whatever the future holds.A la prochaine greetings from Vancouver BC

Appreciate your efforts to share your stories. Stay safe!

To be honest I wasn't interested in the tribes it's you and your bike that keeps me coming to your channel. I hope you are safe now and glad you are OK after this robbery. It could have been much worse just thinking about it. Stay safe and hopefully see you soon, travelling

Look after yourself, Yves. Sad to hear that this happened to you, and some time out to process it (whilst you get your passport/cameras/etc) is probably a very good thing. I look forward to seeing your next video when the time is right. All the best man.

You have already completed so much of this amazing journey. To give up now would be a shame and no doubt u would regret it. Looking forward to the rest of ur travels.

Stay safe! Your channel is amazing Yves.

So sorry what happened Yves. This sounds savage and no respect for anyone including locals. It must be a problem area. Thank God you are alive. The camera and everything else will be replaced. Don't stop but avoid overly risky areas like this one. You do amazing things and share witht the world so don't stop. Keep going bro!

Glad you're ok. I would be interested in seeing you planning for the return/ decision making process for how/ if you'll return. I know you've only been posting while on the actual trip, but I'm also fascinated by the planning process. Thank you for your videos. You're very inspirational.

Hi Yves. I've been watches your vlogs for few mo ths now. Really interesting and entertaining. I'm glad you arrived safe. You are really brave to continue best wishes stay safe. Looking forward to some new content in the coming months. God bless and stay safe❤

Hi Yves from your American friends from Jinka! We are happy to learn that our enthusiasm about your adventure played some small role in your decision to continue this awesome journey. After meeting you that day we have watched all your videos and will continue to follow you (whether or not you abandon the bike). Give us a shout if u return to Addis and take care!

Sorry for you! It’s really somehow a no go area for non residents. I have been close to that area 5yrs back, scary! Please take care of yourself & pls take the local warnings serious. I am enjoying everything you show us. Thank you!

Bonjour Yves, not a responder of video's myself. I've started watching a lot of other 'travelling' channels which now have turned into money channels it seems so I am starting to skip them. You seem to keep what you are doing which deserves the most appreciation. I highly recommend you to inform of the dangers well before you go somewhere. Also what you mention about the food and everything. inform inform and inform. There will be people around which you could stay for a couple of days so you can build up your strenght and also to keep you emotional and mentally strong. Also having an emergency pack of food somewhere on the bike can be a life saver. There will always be 'bad' parts which you cannot avoid. I myself also had a not so pleasant experience in that country while I know a lot of people there are very friendly and helpful. If you need something or are in real need make a KZfaq video and I am sure with the amount of viewers here someone will have connections to get things fixed or help you forward. There is no shame to ask for help, it is a human thing to do.

You are the most brave modern day explorer . Stay safe you are very brave. Having been to 33 different countries In Africa i know how difficult travel in Africa can be. Had a very difficult encounter in the DRC but survived. Best of luck with your future travels and stay safe.

I have been watching your channel for a while now. I’m Ethiopian and the average Ethiopian never goes to those remote tribes. Glad you survived. How can we donate to help you buy new cameras?

Whew! Looks like you got the full donga experience complete with the highway robbery. Glad you made it out in one piece!

im happy to see your chanel growing, good work mon frère !! cheers from Portugal

So glad you are safe. Arohamai. So sad you had to go through this dangerous experience and will be able to sort things out. Do this travelling for you, we fans are safe, have good and our homes, you need to consider your needs, And yes you do need food. Will be praying for your safekeeping and happiness.

This guys lives more in one week than I do in a lifetime 😀

So glad you are safe - follow your gut, please 🇬🇷❤️🇫🇷

Hey Yves, I am really sorry to hear this and I am happy that at least you are good and your life is safe. Unfortunately I have commented you few videos before to be careful because you were doing way to much than you should. I think you have to take time after this to rethink every decision that you do. I would suggest you to get someone who could edit and publish videos for you so you can take care of planning and traveling and then sending your videos asap on your videographer. Take care of yourself.

Glory be to God you are safe, your fan from Rwanda 🇷🇼

Thank god you survived! I followed your journey through your channel soon after you left France and this is the moment that I worried about every single time I watch your video. I admire your bravery and am very thankful for letting us see the world that we probably will never see in our life. BUT, in reality, things like this could very possibility happen again in the future if the exploration continues. I will be 100% enjoy the videos of your future explorations, but not at a cost of constantly worrying about your safety and wellness. So please take precautions if you'd like to continue, or i will be supportive on whatever path you decided to do next.

Hi Yves. Yes, the Surma are apparently notoriously dangerous and violent, it is in their culture. I heard local guides from Arba Minch dont go there either for the same reason. Im so happy you met wonderful people in Jinka to restore the faith in your trip. It's not the bike that keeps us coming back, it's you.

Yves, so glad that you managed to escape. I don’t know you, but I appreciate all the videos and what you share. Take care of yourself, my friend.

Dude your an inspiration just stay safe on your travels 🙏

I’m sorry to hear about what happened to you, but I really enjoyed your videos, especially in Ethiopia. It is the number one country I want to visit. Don’t give up.

You went to one of the remote part of the world and came out alive. Sir you are a legend.

Yves that was scary experience, I can tell your passionate about what you do however I would think twice from now on. To go places where yours family can't find a trace of you is scary. Take care and keep us posted.

am glad you survived and you are brave facing so many challenges, sometimes doing live video it's help to reaching out from people you know., thanks for sharing your journey, much appreciated. Stay safe.

Come to Asia. Places like Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, China, Malaysia - nothing dangerous like that will happen. Beautiful, interesting, and awesome people and food.

happy to you see you are safe, that is the important thing

Yves glad you are alive to tell the story. I think you have gone through the worst part of your journey and hope it gets better as you cross into Southern Africa. Ethiopians were not colonised and for them seeing a European person like you in person is as exciting as you seeing those unique tribes; in the process they end up bothering you so much which is understandable. Some would even think they encounter an angel that is there to bless them with lots of money 😀. Besides your unique bike creates a lot of excitment for them. However, the robbery and all the horrrible things you suffered show how inhumane people can be. Anyways, you are a hero that brought out the good and the bad of humans all over the world 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Merci Beaucoup 🙏🏽

Keep pedaling! You're truly inspiring. Your videos always motivate me to embark on my own cycling adventure. Wishing you health and high spirits as you reach your destination.

Sorry to hear about your troubles Yves. Maybe you should try travelling in Australia. It would be great to have you down here. Stay safe.

As an Ethiopian im very sorry to hear this, the good thing is that you survived. I hope you understand those men dont represent all Ethiopians. If theres anything we can do to help you we are in Addis Ababa. Any bank account (ethiopian commercial bank), anything, we want to help. And please stop filming a vlog outside you might be targeted more. I hope you all the best.

Thank you Kino Yves for sharing this experience. I have enjoyed the video's of your travels and always look forward to seeing the next one. Sorry to hear of the recent troubles but you can count on me to watch the next video, how ever long it takes. I hope you have an easy transition back to France and easy process for a new Passport. Take care my Friend !!

The bike is part of the unique selling point of your channel, the slower pace of seeing everyone and everything is special - but if it's months and months of child gangs chasing you down the road shouting "money! money!" (or worse) then I can see how that might get a little tiresome!

I hate knowing thi happened, Yves. But, watching the tribe videos, I had an eerie sense that it was a doomed trip because of the type of people and location you must be in to experience the tribes. Glad you're okay though.

OMG! What matters most is you are safe Sir! Much love!!

Glad you are well and alive. Take good care of yourself, there is only one Kino Yves and we need him, okay?! Thank you. 😚😁

Oh, boy! Good to hear you're safe! I disliked the previous videos because it felt so unsafe, and I wished you would get back on the road. I hope you stay safe, and on the road!

That is what happens when you become too adventurous and careless and being somewhere you do not belong . Glad you are alive ✌️

Hi Yves, I am very sorry about what happened to you. The footage you make is always awesome and we have learned so much about different countries and cultures from what you shared. Please don't stop your journey. Definitely, do get some rest and try to unwind what happened to you and your colleagues. Stay safe. Just curious, did you report the incident to police? What happened is a crime and the authorities must act.

It's frustrating losing your videos, but i think you've got to be philosophical and appreciate that at least you had the experience of seeing some amazing stuff

I am very sad to hear about the incident , with all the past experiences dedication and energy you have I am very sure you will get over this and advance further with your epic adventerous travels to far pockets and corners in the world where main stream media wouldn't reach , I would like to kindly recommend you to talk to the guide and people who know the surma area very well , may be you can send people from arba minch as there may be people who probably know the badits at least to get back your passport and memory card

I am happy to learn that you are safe. It was really a close call. Was it a set up? It is my understanding that the incident occurred right after you let go your body guard. How did those bandits learn that you were without a security guard? I wonder if you were setup by the guard himself or, who knows, could be anyone including your guides.

Wow Yves, so sorry to hear about it. Similar thing happened to me in Mexico and its incredible uncomfortable. Nice that you are safe and healthy

So glad you are okey here brother .I will miss you so much Yves .it looks like one fantastic adventure your on keep peddling on and get more rest in france .

Sorry to hear this Yves😢 Unfortunately in today’s Ethiopia people get loot and shoot at by anyone and anywhere - it’s sad! Stay strong & take your time for next travel 👍

My advice to you is get out of Africa unless you are in a suicidal mission. Kenya, Uganda, all the way to south Africa are killer zones filled with rebels.

Glad you survived. Stay safe. Wish you get back safely to your home country.

You make excellent footage. Wish you the best for many years to upload your adventures.

Let's hope the tribal bandits will post Yves' stolen Donga videos

You have looked death in the eye. And have a very special memory of the stick fights that hardly anyone has experienced. The balance between risk and curiosity is sometimes difficult to determine. I understand you continue. Just be careful in the border area in Kenya. And after that it is less risky. Take care of yourself! 👍🤞

I like your vids. VERY INTERESTING AND INFORMATIVE.THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING US TO COME ALONG WITH YOU ON YOUR JOURNEYS.Please stay safe out there❤

Great guy. I want your journey in book.keep on showing other parts of the globe as long you do no harms.

Yikes! Glad you're okay. Your bike is certainly part of the appeal/novelty of the channel. (Actually, I'm very surprised the bike hasn't been stolen yet.) Hopefully, you'll continue your journey. Really enjoy your videos. Good luck!