Hawelti Semaetat: The Heart of Education in Mekele

Getting There

• Walking

  From the center of Mekele, head south on Meles Zenawi Avenue towards the intersection with Abiy Addi Road. Continue straight for approximately 1 kilometer until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto 30th Street. Walk for another 500 meters, passing by local shops and cafes. You will then reach a small intersection. Turn left onto FFR4+MMF Street. Continue walking for about 300 meters, and you will find Hawelti Semaetat on your right. Look for the university signage to guide you.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, rent a bicycle from one of the local shops in Mekele. Start from the center of Mekele and ride south on Meles Zenawi Avenue. After about 1 kilometer, you will arrive at the roundabout. Take the second exit onto 30th Street. Cycle for approximately 500 meters until you reach a small intersection. Turn left onto FFR4+MMF Street and continue for another 300 meters. Hawelti Semaetat will be on your right, easily identifiable by its university signage.

• Public Transport

  To reach Hawelti Semaetat using public transport, find a local minibus heading towards the university area. Get on the bus from the main bus station in Mekele. Inform the conductor that you are going to Hawelti Semaetat. The journey should take around 20 minutes depending on traffic. Once you disembark, walk for about 300 meters along FFR4+MMF Street. Hawelti Semaetat will be on your right, marked by university signs.