Fikir Dessalegn

Country: Ethiopia

My birthday is 2014-05-17

Status: Paternal Orphan

I enjoy playing soccer with friends.

I want to be a professional soccer player.

My favorite subject is math.

Fikir Dessalegn is 10 years old and lives in Addis Ababa with his mother. He has one sister and his favorite food is pasta. His favorite color is blue and favorite subject is math. During Fikir’s free time, he enjoys playing soccer with his friends and helping his mother. In the future, he aspires to become a professional soccer player. He asks for prayers for his mom’s health and him to do well in school.

Ethiopia is located in East Africa and has the second-largest population among all African countries. Approximately 78% of Ethiopians struggle to survive on an income of less than $2 per day. The nation has faced challenges such as civil wars, famine, drought, and the spread of diseases like leprosy. Ethiopia’s widespread poverty has resulted in nationwide hunger, malnutrition, and preventable diseases, all of which account for at least 60% of the country's health problems. Despite facing significant challenges, Ethiopia possesses a rich culture and a long history worth celebrating.