https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul en-us 2023-10-16 03:37:51 UTC 2023-10-17 14:12:33 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748068763 2023-10-16 03:39:31 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748068763 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748069895 typically tropical in the south-eastern and north-eastern lowland regions, but much cooler in the large central highland regions of the country. Mean annual temperatures are around 15-20˚C in these high altitude regions, whilst 25-30˚C in the lowlands.]]> 2023-10-16 03:40:19 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748069895 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748070842 Gold is mined at Kibre Mengist in the south, platinum at Yubdo in the west and tantalum in the south central part of the country. Deposits of gemstones, niobium and soda ash are also mined, there is potential for the exploitation of other mineral resources including petroleum and natural gas. Also important are rock salt from the Denakil Plain and quarried building materials such as marble.]]> 2023-10-16 03:41:04 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748070842 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748073045 Ethiopia is located in the Horn of Africa, a peninsula in Eastern Africa that juts out into the Red Sea. It is located between the tropic of Cancer and the equator, and it is considered a landlocked country because it does not have access to a coastline. Its neighbors are Eritrea, Djibouti, Somalia, Kenya, and Sudan, and its capital city is Addis Ababa.]]> 2023-10-16 03:43:03 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748073045 joshuahicks4 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748074646 Only gold and tantalum are of significance.]]> 2023-10-16 03:44:29 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748074646 joshuahicks4 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748075032 Compared with it’s potential, this sector contributes very little to the country’s economy (less than 1 percent of GDP)]]> 2023-10-16 03:44:51 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2748075032 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749647282 Extreme heat and drought events that can have devastating effects on agriculture, water sources, and infrastructure.]]> 2023-10-16 22:56:42 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749647282 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749647843 Ethiopia's location in East Africa poses several challenges when it comes to transportation, as the country does not have any sea ports, and its infrastructure, including roads and railway systems, is not well-developed. This makes it difficult to transport goods and people within the country, and it also makes it harder to trade with other countries, which is essential for economic growth and development. The country has made some progress in this regard, with the addition of new road and railway networks, but there is still much work to be done to improve infrastructure and transportation.]]> 2023-10-16 22:57:42 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749647843 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749649544 The Awash River is a major river in Ethiopia, and is considered one of the most important rivers in Africa. The Awash River is also a significant source of groundwater, which is critical for the agriculture sector in Ethiopia. The groundwater, which is stored in the aquifer, is accessed through boreholes and used to irrigate crops, providing a crucial source of income and food security for the local population.

]]> 2023-10-16 23:00:42 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749649544 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749650048 Simien Mountain is a picturesque location located in a remote area, surrounded by lush green forests, rocky hills, and a small stream of water. The stream, a mere trickle, is a source of life in an otherwise arid environment. It is fed by rainfall during the rainy season and flows down the mountain, providing a much-needed source of water for the locals and wildlife in the area.]]> 2023-10-16 23:01:34 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749650048 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749650121 Due to its stunning beauty and cultural significance, Simien Mountain has become a significant tourist destination in Ethiopia, attracting visitors from around the world. Tourism is a major economic sector in the country, and Simien Mountain plays a vital role in generating revenue and employment for the local population.]]> 2023-10-16 23:01:44 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749650121 joshuahicks4 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749682850 The Awash river gives out water that’s for sugarcanes giving the Ethiopians food and energy. ]]> 2023-10-16 23:48:58 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2749682850 joshuahicks4 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750276863 More than 80% of the population is living in rural areas and depend on subsistence small scale agriculture, securing food and livelihood is inseparably linked to the exploitation of natural resources. Intense pressure from various human activities, and the application of improper farming and management practices had been posing bad threats to the sustainability of the natural resources and maintenance of balanced ecosystem.]]> 2023-10-17 07:15:38 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750276863 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750294741 Heat waves are extreme events of excessive heat that last for several days or more. They are associated with several public health impacts, including heat stress, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and even death.]]> 2023-10-17 07:27:48 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750294741 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750530928 The people living in the outskirts of the mountains are highly dependent on its forests for their livelihoods. The forests around the Simien mountains provide them with several essential products such as firewood, honey, fruits, and medicinal herbs.]]> 2023-10-17 10:27:43 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750530928 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750591911 The Awish River has a significant impact on the environment in Ethiopia. The river is a vital habitat for fish and other aquatic species, and pollution from waste and other sources can have negative impacts on the ecosystem]]> 2023-10-17 11:20:40 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750591911 https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750619905 Ethiopia's location in a region with limited resources and infrastructure can limit the country's development, which can have a significant impact on people's quality of life. The government is working to improve this by investing in infrastructure and economic development, but there is still much work to be done.]]> 2023-10-17 11:43:05 UTC https://padlet.com/joshuahicks4/aanhtsujuro16wul/wish/2750619905