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About Shashamane

  • Shashamane is among the 20 largest cities in Ethiopia, with a population of about 210,000.
  • It lies in Oromiya.
  • It's about 204 km to Addis Ababa, the country's largest city.
  • Close by: Arsi Negele (19 km), Awasa (21 km) and Kofelē (25 km).

Where to meet in Shashamane

A weekday evening works well in Shashamane: places are quieter, you can actually hear each other, and there is no pressure to make it a long night.

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.

Questions about dating in Shashamane

How far around Shashamane can I search?

More than 800,000 people live within 50 km of Shashamane, in 6 towns and cities including Awasa, Arsi Negele and Leku. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Shashamane free on YADate?

Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Shashamane 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 Shashamane 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 Shashamane?

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

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