Haro Maya

A street party brings together people who otherwise just walk past each other. Check early with the council whether you need permission, share out tasks like tables, music and activities for kids, and everyone brings so…

A wobbly chair, a toaster that's given up, trousers with a hole: plenty can be saved with a little skill. At a repair meetup people bring their broken things and work out a fix together with handy neighbours. Can you re…

Strong, unique passwords and two-factor login protect your accounts better than anything else. Before you post, ask yourself if you'd still be fine with it in five years, and never share addresses or locations with stra…

Helping out, for example coaching kids' sports, at an animal shelter or at local events, brings new friendships and looks great on your CV. Often just a few hours a month are enough. Simply ask clubs and organisations i…

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in Haramaya means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from Haramaya would you like to share this week? We look forward to your posts!

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from Haramaya and tell us briefly where you took it!

Haramaya (Oromo: Haramayaa or Haroomaayaa) is a town in Oromia Region, Ethiopia located in the Haro Maya district, East Hararghe Zone. The town has a latitude and longitude of 9°24′N 42°01′E with an elevation of 2047 me…

“Practice makes perfect.” — Proverb

“Look before you leap.” — Proverb

“Laughter is the best medicine.” — Proverb

“There's no place like home.” — Proverb

“Honesty is the best policy.” — Proverb

“Make hay while the sun shines.” — Proverb

“Don't put all your eggs in one basket.” — Proverb

“Great oaks from little acorns grow.” — Proverb

“Slow and steady wins the race.” — Proverb

“The pen is mightier than the sword.” — Edward Bulwer-Lytton

“Absence makes the heart grow fonder.” — Proverb

“Home is where the heart is.” — Proverb