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Singles in Waka

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Waka at a glance

  • Waka has a population of about 27,000.
  • It's part of the South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region.
  • It's about 279 km to Addis Ababa, the country's largest city.
  • The nearest bigger city is Gununo, about 56 km away.
  • Towns nearby: Tarch’a Sodo (9 km), Bale Hawassa (43 km) and Bombe (47 km).

A first date in Waka

Daytime dates suit a town like Waka: a late breakfast or a walk before lunch feels relaxed and ends on its own.

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 Waka

How far around Waka can I search?

Within 50 km of Waka there are 4 towns and cities — Bale Hawassa, Tarch’a Sodo and Bombe among them — with more than 94,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Waka free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Waka 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 Waka 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 Waka?

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

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