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Dating in ‘Alem T’ēna

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A few facts about ‘Alem T’ēna

  • ‘Alem T’ēna has a population of about 24,000.
  • It's part of Oromiya.
  • It's about 84 km to Addis Ababa, the country's largest city.
  • The nearest bigger city is Mek’ī, about 22 km away.
  • Towns nearby: Dēra (16 km), Wonji (34 km) and Īteya (36 km).

Where to meet in ‘Alem T’ēna

‘Alem T’ēna is small enough that you may have friends in common, so start with a relaxed coffee in the centre. If you would rather meet away from familiar faces, Dēra is close by.

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 ‘Alem T’ēna: questions and answers

How far around ‘Alem T’ēna can I search?

Within 50 km of ‘Alem T’ēna there are 11 towns and cities — Nazrēt, Āsela and Ziway among them — with more than 980,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in ‘Alem T’ēna free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in ‘Alem T’ēna and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near ‘Alem T’ēna real?

YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. 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 ‘Alem T’ēna?

Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Ethiopia or abroad.

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