Goethe-Institut Äthiopien | Language. Culture. Germany.

Institut Closing

As the year comes to a close, we want to share our warmest wishes with you:,
Merry Christmas to all celebrating on December 24–25, Happy New Year 2026 and a joyful Genna (Ethiopian Christmas, January 7).

Please note:
The Goethe-Institut will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025, and on Wednesday, Janaury 7, 2026. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

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Multimedia Studio Closing

The Goethe-Institut will be closing its Studio for maintenance from Friday, 21 November 2025. We will reopen on Monday, 29 December 2025. Thank you for your patience as we prepare for the next chapter with our studio.We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Streaming recommendations

We have compiled a fantastic selection of German films and series for you to enjoy that are currently available in the media libraries of the public broadcasters and on various streaming services in Germany.

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TEACHING GERMAN

The Goethe-Institut is the world's leading provider of professional development for German teachers – in Ethiopia, in Germany or via distance learning. We provide you with up-to-date material and interactive services. Find out about events held by the Goethe-Institut for teachers.

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LIBRARY

You will find a selection of media in German language and in translation in the library: books, magazines, films, music, apps and games. Find out more about current topics and trends, and get to know Germany.

OPENING HOURS

Wed :	1:00pm–5:30pm
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri:	8:30am–5:30pm

Lending

In the library you'll find an up-to-date selection of printed and audiovisual media in German and partly in English to keep you informed about latest trends and current issues.

ELIBRARY

The eLibrary is the virtual library of the Goethe-Institut. This service allows you to borrow digital documents, such as eBooks, eAudio books and electronic newspapers, for a predetermined period of time, by downloading them from the eLibrary.

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