The Oromo people (Oromo: Oromoo, pron. / ˈɒrəmoʊ / ORR-əm-oh[12]) are a Cushitic ethnic group native to the Oromia region of Ethiopia and parts of Northern Kenya. [13] . They speak the Oromo …

Oromo, the largest ethnolinguistic group of Ethiopia, constituting more than one-third of the population and speaking a language of the Cushitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic family. Originally confined to the …

3 days ago · The Twin Cities is home to one of the largest concentrations of Oromo people outside of Ethiopia. As their children grow, many are not learning Afan Oromo — one of the major languages in …

The Oromo people, the largest ethnic group in Ethiopia, have a rich cultural heritage rooted in their unique language, Afaan Oromo, and their traditional socio-political system, known as the Gadaa …

The Oromo people (Oromo: Oromoo; English: Oromo, ’Oromo) are an ethnic group inhabiting Ethiopia. They are one of the largest ethnic groups in Ethiopia and represent 34.5% of Ethiopia's …

Dec 24, 2025 · This article embarks on a journey to unravel the multifaceted layers of the Oromo people, shedding light on their historical significance, cultural heritage, social structures, and …

The Oromo people are a Cushitic ethnic group and nation native to Ethiopia, who are also found in northern Kenya and Somalia. They are the largest ethnic group in Ethiopia and the wider Horn of Africa.

Mar 14, 2025 · With an estimated population of around 45 million, they constitute a substantial portion of Ethiopia’s population. Historically, the Oromo people were semi-nomadic pastoralists. They migrated …

The Oromo are indigenous to Ethiopia, with ancient roots, advanced social systems, and rich traditions, challenging dominant historical narratives.

Oromo have a long history of oppression, land loss, and marginalization by the central government in Ethiopia, dating back more than a century.