Following the fall of the Derg regime in 1991, Ethiopia underwent massive political and economic restructuring. This period was detrimental to "minor" sports.
Ethiopia becomes a formal member of the International Handball Federation (IHF).
Tracing the Roots: A Deep Dive into the History of Handball in Ethiopia (Plus Where to Find the PDF)
Ten handball clubs are established in Addis Ababa for the first time.
Under the leadership of EHF President , Ethiopia has transitioned into a regional hub for the sport.
When discussing sports in Ethiopia, the conversation is almost exclusively dominated by athletics—specifically long-distance running—and, to a lesser extent, football. However, buried beneath the marathons and the Premier League fixtures lies the history of a dynamic, fast-paced sport that has carved out a unique, albeit quiet, niche in the nation: .
Handball, a fast-paced and exciting sport, has a rich history in Ethiopia that spans several decades. Despite being a relatively small country in East Africa, Ethiopia has made significant strides in the sport, producing talented players and teams that have competed at the national and international levels. In this article, we will explore the history of handball in Ethiopia, from its introduction to the present day, and examine the current state of the sport in the country.