Addis Ababa, September 6, 2021 (FBC) – Ethiopia is celebrating the first day of the thirteenth month (Pagumen) as the day of Ethiopianism.
The Ethiopian Calendar has 13 months, 12 months of 30 days each and an additional month, at the end of the year, of 5 or 6 days depending on whether the year is a leap year or not.
The 13th month of the modern Ethiopian solar calendar is one of the many unique ancient heritages Ethiopia has contributed to the entire world.
In his message regarding the day, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said the harmonized diversity, spirit of gallantry, unity and freedom that they have maintained has brought Ethiopians together and entwined them in a strong bond.
Ethiopianism is strong value that has brought Ethiopians together despite the diverse cultures, languages, religions and thoughts among them, the premier underlined.