Photos: A free clinic for donkeys, vital to Ethiopia’s economy
aljazeera.comPublished: 5/27/2025
Summary
Ethiopia’s population of donkeys is one in five globally, yet they play a crucial role in their national economy. These hardy animals are essential for transportation and farming, offering a vital livelihood despite the challenges they face. The Donkey Sanctuary, a British charity-run clinic near Addis Ababa, provides medical care to donkeys that rely on them for survival.