Getting around

According to Canada, minibuses and large buses are unsafe, overcrowded and often involved in fatal accidents.

A national licence with an international driving permit for up to 45 days (police may ask for your entry stamp); beyond that, an Ethiopian licence is required.

Driving standards, vehicle maintenance and road conditions are often poor; accidents are frequent, especially in Addis Ababa and on the Addis Ababa–Djibouti road, often involving pedestrians.

Most public transport is unregulated and unsafe: use reliable private transport or transport arranged by your hotel.