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Established

1902 GC
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Area

1,213 km2 (468 Sq me)
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Population

770,777
Welcome to DireDawa

Dire Dawa looks strikingly different to the rest of Ethiopia.

The arid landscape extends out in all directions, the blistering heat distorting the air above the horizon. A sea of colour emerges on the approach, the houses painted in reds, blues, and greens.
Kafira market
known for its vast size and bazaar-like atmosphere, is a real treat for the senses.
Have some ‘Khat‘
A big cash crop for Ethiopians and is grown in abundance around the hills of Dire Dawa.
Visit the Ethiopia-Djibouti Rail yard
Considered the birthplace of the city, the Ethio-Djibouti Railyard is a century-old station and workshop.
Get lost in the Kafira Market
Traditional open-air marketplace, stocking everything from grains to spices, clothes to electronics.
115
Years Old
THE MAYOR

Kediri Juhar Ibrahim

DireDawa celebrates its rich cultural heritage while embracing modernity and has ambitious plans to become a smart city. With its vibrant markets, scenic parios, historic landmarks, and cutting-edge technology, DireDawa offers something for everyone!
As a Smartcity ambition the city strives to manage population growth in order to maintain:
  • Safer communication, ensure economic competitive
  • Enhance social cohesion, decrease crime, ensure environmental sustainability,
  • Improve quality life of the residents.
  • Efficient public services, create job opportunities
RECENTLY COMPLETED WORKS

IMPROVE & ENHANCE THE
TECH PROJECTS

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Smart City

We strive to make your life easier and more convenient.

DireDawa is not only a hub of cultural exchange but also a thriving center for business, education, and innovation.
  • We are making the city the hub of investments, trade
  • Industry commercial
  • & conference/tourism

Get your FREE
Weekdays: 8:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

OUR TEAM MEMBERS

MEET THE EXPERTS

Deputy Mayor

Harbi Buh

I&T Agency Head

Abdulaziz Shafi

Greetings to Residents and Visitors of DireDawa,

Let’s work together