1. Nelson Mandela wrote in his autobiography, “Ethiopia always has a special place in my imagination and the prospect of visiting Ethiopia attracted me more strongly than a trip to France, England, and America combined. I felt I would be visiting my own genesis, unearthing the roots of what made me an African.”

As a Kenyan I must say I find Ethiopians to be a special kind of people. So unique with a calm spirit and beautiful souls. Go to Ethiopia and you'll find out what I am talking about..😊

I've said it before: Kenya 🇰🇪 and Ethiopia 🇪🇹 are sister countries and the definition of good neighbours. In an extremely volatile region, these two countries have never had geopolitical tensions or gone war. Ethiopia even sheltered Kenyan freedom fighters from the British during colonial times. The only place where Kenyans and Ethiopians are in direct competition is on the running track.

As a Kenyan I always love the Ethiopian history.

I’m Ethiopian (born and raised in the United States). In undergrad, I had the opportunity to study abroad in China, London, Spain or Kenya. Of course, I chose Kenya. It was the greatest experience of my life. It was truly a study abroad experience. I learned Swahili, learned how to make several Kenyan dishes, spent time in challenging communities and made lifelong friends. Very peaceful nation. I love Ethiopia. I love being Ethiopian. Ethiopia is absolutely rich in history & culture, but we have a lot of unresolved issues that are internally established. Kenya and Ethiopia will always be connected. I love Kenya 🇰🇪 🇪🇹

We really appreciate your love for Our Country Kenya...We also love Ethiopia

Am from Kenya, my county Turkana neighbors Ethiopia, I love Ethiopian people and their culture and music.

im ethiopian and i love kenya, great country and have no problem with someone voting them higher than us, its understandable ethiopia has its problems, hopefully we can overcome them

I am from Kenya , i have been to both cities , Ethiopia is our sister and home too , we all winners, some fun fact ; if you are a citizen of either Kenya or Ethiopia you can stay in any of them 1 year VISA free , that is how close we are .

Greetings from India 🇮🇳...we Indians love Africa ...Ethiopia is a great nation as well Kenya is also same ..many Indians do Business in both countries...God Bless Africa

My son mathematician born in US prefers Nairobi, I am an engineer born in Cameroon after the video choses Addis Ababa. I was in Nairobi last year and love it. Africa must unite.

I really like how my country kenya🇰🇪 is growing recognised and loved, but I also appreciate Ethiopia🇪🇹.

I’m from Ethiopia,and living in United States I have been living in Nairobi as well but I love Ethiopia..

As a Kenyan with some Ethiopian inlaws and friends, Ethiopian food is my favourite ever

As an Ethiopian, I appreciate your honest comparisons!! I'm excited to visit Nairobi!

I'm not a Kenyan Nor a Ethiopian but I will 100% agree that Nairobi is fabulous place to live. And Kenyan people are wonderful wonderful..

As a Kenyan citizen I like to state that your analysis are to the point very articulated. Thank you and Welcome to Kenya

Weyni, I know you're a pan-Africanist more than just Ethiopian, but you'll be happy to know there's already a huge Ethiopian community in Nairobi. From lower income refugees in Eastleigh, to higher income and middle-class types who favour the Hurlingham and Kilimani areas. There's a beautiful Ethiopian Orthodox church there.

I love Ethiopia and the people too very respectful and friendly have interacted with few. I have a friend in Addis I will visit soon I can't wait to see historic sites like the oldest church,the latest park with lions etc plus the music and food too. Much love from Kenya 🇰🇪✌️

As a citizen of the USA, this was a very educational video. Thanks for sharing. 🙏🏽

Nice insights! Mpesa is in Ethiopia now to unleash Africa's greatest potential that is Ethiopian! 🇰🇪🤝🇪🇹

As an Ethiopian, I appreciate your fair and balanced comparison of Addis Ababa and Nairobi. You are not bashing your own country, but giving an honest and objective perspective. This is important for us as Africans, because we need to learn from each other and live in harmony. We must build a united Africa that celebrates our diversity and shares our common values.

I live in Addis Ababa and I love it. I've been to Nairobi too and its a beautiful city. you have raised very important points. thank you. i hope more change comes to Addis and Ethiopia in general. Amen!

Working and living as a Kenyan currently in Ethiopia I feel you have made a very very good and accurate analysis on the two cities👏🏼👏🏼Really unbiased.I feel the same

I am an Ethiopian your Comment is unbiased and Genuine observation.if we are concerned we Ethiopians should think about to the betterment of our Country.

I am Kenyan, I love Ethiopia and her beautiful and well-mannered ladies ❤️❤️

As a Kenyan based in Arizona, I recently came upon your videos and enjoy your detailed and informative presentations...I appreciate your love for both Ethiopia and Kenya. Looking forward to new videos.

I'm an American citizen who has/is considering moving to Africa withing the next 5 years. Addis Ababa was at the top of my list followed by Nairobi and a few other countries behind those two. I'm always hearing about how poor the internet connectivity is in Ethiopia, but on the other hand I also hear about the great people and the beautiful culture the country has. In my personal research, it also seems like Nairobi has alot to offer as well....and that it's more of a "modern" feel than A.A........I love this video and thank you for your comparison of these two cities. This will make my choice that much harder I'm sure, but where ever I end up relocating, I think I'll just be happy being a permanent resident on African soil.

I remember my Ethiopian friends at prep school in Kenya; they taught us the cultural shoulder jiving dance 💃🏾. Kenya & Ethiopia have always had a great relationship. We just need to learn to harbor lasting peace within our countries to allow people & businesses to thrive. If we can nail that, we’ll be developing by leaps & bounds. Love your channel, found you today & you’ve got a new follower 🤙🏾🙌🏾👊🏾

Very educational! I love the politeness of Ethiopians.. I ve made life friendships from workmates to restaurant owners. One actually gave me an Amharic name. 😅 food.. Ethiopia beats us Kenyans hand down… there is pros and cons for both but the likeness are more than differences.. with love.

Kenya and Ethiopia never had a beef with each other 😂❤

You have such good speaking etiquette and mannerisms. I live in the US and plan on retiring in Kenya. Thanks for this very well articulated content!

I love Ethiopia, so many Ethiopians live in my neighbourhood, they have Sunday services at a nearby church, I love their singing.

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Thanks alot PLAN B-BACK TO AFRICA. Your analysis and conclusion is so unbiased and accurate. If it was not for security and internet connectivity, the two cities would draw, I actually think Kenya and Ethiopia are one in many respects. We share the same tribes across the borders, we have the greatest marathoners, we have great cultural diversity and we have never fought one another. How I wish Ethiopia joins the East African Community.

This channel will grow amazingly because the host is eloquent, sober, reasonable and very articulate in her observations and guess what? She doesn’t care about haters, no time for them even though they are yet to surface.

The Love between Ethiopia and Kenya is beyond imagination.its clear to seen by the ethiopian names all over the city of Nairobi(Haile selase Av,haile maryam rd,adis ababa rd,menelik rd....the funny part is that,when you ask a kenya which is the best city btn the two 90% will say Addis and on the other hand if you ask Ethiopians 90% will say Nairobi.......I will say kenyans and Ethiopian are blood brother eg the oromo of both countries.

The comparison is quite honest and balanced. Iam 🇰🇪 and having lived in both countries, I agree with you 💯. This should be the number 1️⃣ info video on trip advisor.

Kenya is also a dual-citizenship country where one can hold more than one citizenship and this is an added advantage for us Kenyans in the diaspora. In my view, it is quite unfair on the part of the Ethiopian government to revoke Ethiopian nationals of their citizenship when they acquire foreign citizenships but, I believe that change is on the way for Ethiopians as the country continues to open up to foreigners and foreign investors.

Love and respect Ethiopia 🇪🇹 ....🇰🇪

Thank you for this enlightening video. I thoroughly enjoyed watching your content; you ‘re incredibly well spoken and you analyzed like an astute college professor who is keen on educating. Thank you 🙏

We Kenyans approve these findings about Kenya, and We love you.Welcome to Nairobi n feel at home away from home.

Thank you for your honest appraisal and comparison between these two areas. I learned a lot!

Thanks for the insight, looking forward to my visit in February

My admiration is due on how you ethically come up with criteria to evaluate life in both countries.

Loved this fair and unbiased review of both countries. It makes me think about more questions I should ask when I move to Africa. 😊

From the moment you mentioned the term "genocidal war," I immediately understood that it would be difficult to have a truly unbiased and objective comparison on this subject.

From all criteria the most essential and very important is for me spirituality, security and businesses opportunity I from Ethiopia oromia region I love keniya I wish one day I will come to keniya InshaAllah

You've earned yourself a new subscriber. Welcome to Kenya 😊

I am Kenyan and used to do my hair at an Ethiopian hair salon in Dubai...i looked forward to those salon visits coz of Injera and the black cofee, and yes,they literally feed you...

I really love your videos is very comprehensive and straight to the point I love the additive claps. And you look pretty your background was picked well good job

As an Ethiopian, your evaluation have amazed me so much! Love Nairobi, it a city of excitement!

Girl I am Ethiopian and I grew up in Kenya I agree with you. 💯

As long as Habesha women stay culturally loyal, beautiful, and AUTHENTIC FEMININ and resist westernization, I will forever sing my love and praises of Addis Ababa.

Lovely queen thank you for sharing another amazing video. I pray you find the peace and prosperity you seek in your new home.

I felt the loss and love you have for your homeland when you talked about the Ashenda festival. It sounds beautiful. May the Tigray Region have peace so we can visit and be part of it.

I hope all of Africa can overcome their conflicts. There's so much of this continent to see and experience.

I think Ethiopia 🇪🇹 and Kenya 🇰🇪 finding each other is the revolution East Africa needed. Kenya was more focused towards Tanzania 🇹🇿 and Uganda 🇺🇬, which is good and not in the North. But the opening of Northern corridor, by former President Uhuru and prime minister Abiy, connecting Kenya 🇰🇪 and Ethiopia 🇪🇹 is a game changer. I pray for peace and unity in Ethiopia, and God bless East Africa and Africa.

I prefer Addis . No i prefer Nairobi . NO i prefer Addis. NO mhh🤔 I loveee both Cities . Ethiopia 🤜❤🤛 Kenya brotherhood for life.

Thanks for sharing this amazing content!❤️❤️❤️

I had a great time in Ethiopia, the food was great, I drank too much Tej in Yod Abyssinia and passed out. My one problem was that as an African American, I did not blend-in in Ethiopia as I did in other East African countries like Uganda, so I was harassed a lot. I agree with all of your scores and your final conclusion, great video.

God bless you! Thanks for sharing wisdom!! I’m a fan!

Informative. Thank You!

My experience in Nairobi was amazing! I vlogged it all and want to inspire more diaspora visit there too!

I love Ethiopian food ..❤ from Kenya 🇰🇪

I am so glad to have found your channel. Great intel. Nairobi has been on my list for the return even though I am West African. Thank you for this

I'm glad I discovered this channel! I find it interesting and definitely eye-opening.

I am Somali. I live in Hargeisa, Somaliland. I really liked how you compared the two countries, using 7 very valuable points that I will look at if I go to a country. Thank you. Also, I would like to congratulate you on the way you speak English. It's amazing.

What you've raised is intriguing and perfectly addressed. In addition, Addis falls far behind Nairobi in terms of infrastructure (connectivity, technology, transportation, health, sanitation, and so on) and justice. Addis Ababa is well-known for its diverse cultural mix from many Ethiopian regions. Nairobi, on the other hand, has a cosmopolitan culture with a blend of Kenyan, African, European, and Asian. In terms of business, Addis is reliant on the government, whereas Nairobi relies on local & multinational companies. Nairobi has made significant improvements in terms of safety, but Addis has lagged safety behind by the Nobel Prize winner. In terms of tourism attractions, Nairobi is still a quarter mile ahead of Addis Ababa unlike the case 10,000m running event. Evenif I live in Addis with beautiful parks and hyper inflation, my recommendation goes to Nairobi. I will come to Nairobi were William Ruto, an African leader, leads.

I love your energy. You seem so centered and unified, even when you talk about people starving.

Selma. Thank you sis. Good info. Coming to you from the states any and all info that you provide is worth its weight in gold. Thank you again.

I love the mild climate of higher altitude cities too. Windhoek, Namibia is also pretty high, as well as Johannesburg, SA. I loved the weather in Addis Ababa when I visited also. Haven't been to Nairobi, but one reason I definitely want to visit is due to the cooler climate. Oh, and I loooovvee Ethiopian food. It's my favorite! I was sad in Kigali because the Ethiopian food wasn't good. 😆

Nairobi definitely. I’ve been there in 2014. BTW I’m Ethiopian. I missed Nairobians, CBD, Karen , Uhuru park. I’m feeling that I’m Kenyan.

The background checks and relevant information detailed in this video is superb. Africa and our cities has it's own problems, unique or universal. But this exposé paints a wonderful picture on how we can only be united by embracing our differences. Beautiful💯

Great work Weni and I agree with your analysis

Loved this video. As a somalian, i must say Kenya is the winner for best east African country, and Nairobi is best city to make business 🎉. Even thought is full of corruption.

I learned today that Ethiopia had the oldest bible....long before King James and that Christianity was in Africa long before any colonialists came.

Something lovely about you love; had to subscribe immediately! Also looking forward to more fun facts about Mumma Africa, 💕💗💗🌸🌸

I think you are fairly evaluated the two cities. I also agree with you. Thank you!

This is a nice piece. We pray our brothers in Ethiopia realise Peace and Stability. This alone overrides all other criterias. But dont stop there theres so much to see in the country side..go to Eldoret, Kakamega, Bungoma, Migori Etc. Very secure with abundant opportunities in business

As a Somalian man I lived in both Cities (Addis abab &Nairobi), I here by declare that there is a great deal of difference btwn two cities! Nairobi is another level, A class

She nailed it again 🙌🏾🙌🏾💥... Thk uuuu🙏🏾

very informative video, thanks for the breakdown 🙏🏽

I love Kenya and Kenyans. I have a very strong positive impression.

As an Ethiopian living in England,I found your comparison fair.I have a plan to visit Kenya in the near future.the property price is far too high

Thank you for telling us your well rounded, honest, and educated observations on Addis versus Nairobi.

Thanks for the info, my sister. I lived in Nairobi as a young refuge and loved it.

Thanks for your incredible analysis and honest opinion! I live in New York City, but want to do business in Africa. I have been thinking of Ethiopia because of its location, culture, and size, which offers significant growth potential. But the internet interruption and riot are a major deterrent. Startups don’t want to subject themselves to additional problems.

I love it here .. Nairobi to the world 🥂❤

Very fair comparison & analysis, thank you

Great video! Looking forward to the next one.

First of all thank you for bringing comparison between the two countries. Anyhow since I am from Ethiopia and knew the conditions in Ethiopia right now there are more transformations in the country. The Ethiopian people are adjusting so many diverse issues within the country and that affects Addis Ababa too. currently, the cost of living is high, but the people are demanding that to change. In other side, Nairobi is well secured city in in Kenya at this time. overall, those two cities are going much better as time goes on!!

I’ve been to both countries and they are special in different ways, although Kenya would be more fun to live in, because of the economic development, beaches and safaris. Ethiopia has some seriously beautiful women, great food, including Italian food and a unique culture, although there is a resentment toward westerners there that you don’t experience in Kenya.

This is beautiful,thanks for sharing

I live in Ethiopia Shashamane for 2 years and half now. There are many things to say and this video is a good description of the life here.

Quick correction, Ethiopia isn't a bigger economy than Kenya. Kenya has always had a bigger GDP, especially PER CAPITA. Both are notoriously corrupt countries, but Ethiopia being land locked reduces business opportunities significantly.

You are lovely and beautiful african woman, very balanced in your criteria explanations and with detailed points. Addis is as beautiful city as Nairobi and because have or are living in both cities, your criteria and explanations are both informed. Hey, I knew that Addis is the highest city above the sea level in the world, but you have surprised me with snow. The war in Ethiopia was abhorrent and thanks to God its has stopped. Kenya has some political tentions which is politically engineered by politicians for personal gains or else Kenyans are generally very peaceful people and welcoming. Nairobi is a city that cohabit with wildlife on one side and forest on the other side. Its truly a green city in the sun. The weather is very good. I tell my friends in UK here who think africa is as hot as an oven. One visited Nairobi and was shocked. I think that Nairobi is modernising very fast but not westernised. Religion is also moderning and therefore one rarely hears the church bells and mosque speakers. Apparently Nairobi lacks vigorous cultural exbititions and even dressing attires. I know there is bomas of Kenya. Kenya cannot only be masai, the masai are making us proud but what about other cultures. No much effort and if there is very minimal to promote kenyan cultures. Mostly, Weyni you are welcomed to kenya. You are an African women and kenya is in africa therefore you are at home wherever in africa where you feel safe and comfortable to embellish your live. You are at home and Nairobi is your home.

Very insightful, thank you

I love your opinion objective and unbiased. In regards to food, you can easily get any delicacies from your mother country in Kenya. You can obtain through shared border in moyale for instant.

Addis Ababa is amazing city.. I grow up in Addis Ababa particularly Bole area. I feel the weather and food are absolutely lovely…