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Dating in Wendo

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A few facts about Wendo

  • About 59,000 people live in Wendo.
  • It's part of the Sidama Region.
  • Addis Ababa, the largest city in Ethiopia, is about 272 km away.
  • For a bigger city, Awasa is about 52 km away.
  • Towns nearby: Ch’iko (9 km), Yirga ‘Alem (17 km) and Dīla (23 km).

A first date in Wendo

Daytime dates suit a town like Wendo: 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.

Dating in Wendo: questions and answers

How far around Wendo can I search?

More than 450,000 people live within 50 km of Wendo, in 9 towns and cities including Dīla, Yirga ‘Alem and Ch’iko. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Wendo free on YADate?

Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Wendo 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 Wendo 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. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.

Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Wendo?

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

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