Travelers from cities such as Gondar, Bahir Dar, and Dessie are increasingly opting for air travel, despite the continuously rising ticket costs. Consequently, individuals traveling from Addis Ababa to Hawassa or Bale must rely on air travel. This has rendered ground transportation unsafe and unreliable, prompting many to choose air travel as a faster and more secure alternative to reach their destinations. In April, Ethiopian Airlines reported a significant surge in domestic air travel. For low-income groups including peasants, public servants, and students, air travel has become increasingly unaffordable, exacerbating their hardships.

Source: Ethiopian News June 21, 2024 08:42 UTC