After a two-year conflict, women from the war-scarred Tigray region in Ethiopia celebrated the Ashenda festival in the capital, Addis Ababa. The festival, which honors girls and women, had not been celebrated in the country for the past three years due to the war. The signing of a peace deal in November 2020 raised hopes for the Tigrayan community, allowing them to mark the festival and showcase their culture. Ashenda, originally a Christian festival, has evolved into a celebration that transcends religion and is focused on women and girls. The event brought joy and relief to the community.

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