The Oromo Cultural Institute of Minnesota began a survey this month to determine how many Oromo people — the largest ethnic group in the Horn of Africa, especially Ethiopia — live in Minneapolis’ ...

“New student,” says Hien, her hand lightly on Kafa’s shoulder. Kafa looks up from the sandals peeking out from her burnt-orange skirt to take in the students sitting at desks behind me. “Yes!” I say. ...

Gada is a traditional system of governance of the Oromo people in Ethiopia developed from knowledge gained over generations. It regulates political, economic, social and religious activity serving as ...