Addis Ababa at a glance
- About 3.9 million people live in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia and its biggest city.
- Towns nearby: Burayu (10 km), Sebeta (19 km) and Genet (28 km).
Dating by city / Ethiopia / Addis Ababa region / Addis Ababa
Singles in Addis Ababa
Looking for a date, something serious or new friends in Addis Ababa? Create a profile and you could be the first local on this page.
Where to meet in Addis Ababa
Skip the dinner reservation for a first date in Addis Ababa. A coffee, a gallery or a walk through a market gives you something to talk about and an easy way to end it after an hour.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Addis Ababa: questions and answers
How far around Addis Ababa can I search?
More than 4.3 million people live within 50 km of Addis Ababa, in 7 towns and cities including Bishoftu, Sebeta and Burayu. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Addis Ababa free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Addis Ababa or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Addis Ababa real?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Addis Ababa?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Ethiopia or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
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First dates
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