Is Addis Ababa Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Addis Ababa
Safety rating
Women living in Addis Ababa consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.1 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Addis Ababa consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.5 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 13.7% percentage of women in Ethiopia have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Safety rating: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | N/A | Not enough data |
Safety using public transport: | N/A | Not enough data |
Crime rate: | 1.5/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being physically attacked: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | N/A | Not enough data |
How safe is Addis Ababa?
The city addis ababa is safe to travel. There might be some catcalling if you are in an alley but just words and nothing else. If u stick to the city there are many people and lights all over the city. There are ride apps like uber(we don't have user itself) and I recommend ride. It shows u the price on ur app and it's made so as to be safe. A lot of hotels from cheap to quality and all are safe.
Posted: April 21, 2025Addis Ababa is generally very safe, I wouldn’t recommend walking alone after dark as there might be pickpockets here and there. Habesha people are generally very welcoming and respectful, however you might see some incidents of cat calling or heckling ( depending on the location) .
Posted: February 22, 2025Meet locals in Addis Ababa
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My name is Lidya, am 26, living al9ne in the capital Addis ababa looking for opportunities as my parents live in town. I love meeting new people and seeing places. I am a fun friendly person.😊
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About Me
Hey I’m Lidya, 25 years old…born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ! I’m a passionate foodie who believes that every meal tells a story. I get excited by different cultures and love exploring the art that brings each place to life. For me, travel is about more than just the sights; it's about the genuine connections we make along the way. I enjoy good company and heartfelt conversations, whether over a delicious meal or while sharing adventures in a new city. Lastly , my dream is to see the world, one destination at a time.
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