Taaboree (Ukee): The Sacred Children’s Festival of the Oromo People

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In the heart of the rainy season, a celebration of joy, freedom, and cultural continuity reminds us of the resilience of Oromo traditions “Ayyaanni Taaboree, ayyaana ijoolleeti.” The Taaboree festival is a festival for children. These simple words capture the essence of one of the most cherished celebrations in Oromo culture—a day when the voices […]