In Ethiopia, the coffee-making process is an integral part of daily life, deeply rooted in cultural traditions. Hagre Bekele, a resident of Kafa, embodies this tradition by spending about an hour preparing coffee using a jebena, a traditional clay coffee pot. This ritual is not just about drinking coffee but is a communal activity where neighbors share brewing duties and gather to discuss daily matters, enhancing social bonds. However, some like Bogale Desalegn find the time-consuming process less appealing, preferring to focus on work, though he acknowledges the importance of coffee in his livelihood. Ethiopia, being the fifth-largest coffee producer globally, relies heavily on coffee economically. The country's deep connection with coffee is also evident in modern urban settings, where Western-style coffee shops cater to the fast-paced lifestyle of professionals.
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