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Butajira City Administration

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Mayor of Butajira
Welcome to Butajira

Meet the Mayor of Butajira City

Butajira is a town and separate woreda in south-central Ethiopia. Located at the base of the Zebidar massif in the East Gurage Zone of the Central Ethiopia Region.

The city administration, under the leadership of Mayor Abdu Ahmed, is committed to sustainable development and improving the quality of life for all residents.

"Great city & place to develop your career & business."
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About Our City

Discover Butajira

Riverside Development

Riverside Development Projects

Enhancing quality of life through sustainable development projects along our riverbanks.

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Cultural Heritage

Cultural Heritage Preservation

Preserving our rich heritage while embracing modern development and progress.

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Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development

Mr. Abdu Ahmed, City Mayor, stated that riverside development projects are being constructed in a manner that prevents pollution and provides social and economic benefits.

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Our Departments

City Government Departments

Your Government

Administrative services and public governance

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Jobs & Unemployment

Employment opportunities and labor services

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Business & Industrial

Commercial development and industrial growth

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Roads & Transportation

Infrastructure and transit systems

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Art & Culture

Cultural preservation and artistic development

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Land & Housing

Property management and housing services

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Policing & Crimes

Public safety and law enforcement

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Latest Events

City Activities & Events

Adwa Victory Day
February 22, 2016

The 128th Adwa Victory Day Celebration

Celebrating Ethiopian victory with cultural performances and community gatherings.

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Media Forum
February 21, 2016

Media Forum for Better Communication

Enhancing media strategies for better public communication and information sharing.

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Urban Development
February 21, 2016

Urban Development Plan Evaluation

Discussing future city planning and development projects with stakeholders.

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Places in Butajira

City Highlights

Riverside Development

Riverside Development Project

Mr. Abdu Ahmed, City Mayor, stated that riverside development projects are being constructed in a manner that prevents pollution and provides social and economic benefits to the community.

"Our city has something for everyone that riverside development projects"

These projects aim to create sustainable recreational spaces while preserving the natural beauty of our riverbanks. The initiative focuses on creating public spaces that promote community interaction, tourism development, and environmental conservation.

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Our History

Historical Timeline

1926

Butajira Founded

The town of Butajira was founded. Missionary Pere Azaiz initially found nothing there.

Historical Butajira
1935

German Expedition

A German ethnographic expedition discovered a town laid out in straight lines and square shapes to serve as the administrative center of the Gurage people.

German Expedition
1937

Execution of Ras Desta Damtew

Ras Desta Damtew was taken prisoner and executed in Butajira after a perfunctory trial.

Historical Figure
1941

Ethiopian Flag Raised

British patrols found that local resistance groups had dispersed Italian positions. Both British and Ethiopian flags were raised over Butajira.

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1994

Population: 20,509

According to the 1994 national census, Butajira had a total population of 20,509, with a majority practicing Islam.

1994 Census
1996

Reform City Designation

Butajira was designated as a reform city, signifying its strategic importance and potential for development.

Reform City
2007

Population: 33,406

By the 2007 census, Butajira's population had grown significantly, reaching 33,406 individuals.

Population Growth
Present

Population: 81,024

According to recent data, Butajira now has a total population of 81,024, with a majority practicing Islam.

Modern Butajira
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