Ethiopia: Andoodee Tumaa – a Special Gadaa Ritual Place That Deserves Preservation

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- As we celebrate the Irreechaa rituals across Oromia during the months of September and October, we are reminded to reflect on and revive our lost ritual sites, places of immense cultural and historical value that have yet to draw the attention of the Oromia government and other relevant institutions. This article seeks to reintroduce one of the oldest Oromo ritual sites tied to the Gadaa system, a site that is at risk of disappearing completely. This sacred place is called Andoodee Tumaa.