Abel Birhanu
Abel Birhanu is an Ethiopian creator sharing world travel in Amharic, exploring the history, culture, food and everyday life of the places he visits.
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YouTube
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YouTubeOverview
- From
- Alem Gena, Ethiopia
- Known for
- World travel stories in Amharic
- Media company
- Founder of Abel Media & Communication
Mini bio
How it started.
Raised in Alem Gena, Abel grew curious about other countries through documentaries. The Pan African Youth Leadership Foundation says he began by researching countries and making educational travel stories in Amharic. Uganda was his first international destination.
Finding his audience.
Abel worked in television, radio and advertising before making YouTube his full-time work. According to Addis Insight, his first 62 uploads drew fewer than ten views each. The turning point was his 63rd, a video about a local bank’s homeownership scheme that attracted thousands of views within hours.
Building a travel life.
By August 2025, Addis Insight reported that he ran five channels with an 11-person team in Ethiopia and the US. His ambition was to visit every sovereign country. His travel videos bring together landscapes, history and daily life for viewers who follow along in Amharic.
Creditschronological, newest first
- 2026Travel to JamaicaCreator and host
- 2026Futuristic city Shenzhen China vlogCreator and host
- 2025Chongqing China vlogCreator and host
Awards
- 2026 League of ExcellenceThe Pan African Youth Leadership Foundation’s announcement names him an awardee in African Creative of the Year (Travel Content Creator).
- YouTube Gold Play ButtonsAddis Insight reported two Gold Play Buttons for passing one million subscribers on two channels, in August 2025.
Quotes
The reason for my strength is my hope for the future.Abel Birhanu, official travel YouTube channel description
An opening line from his channel’s description, which goes on to discuss perseverance and faith.
Trivia
- His first international trip was to Uganda, according to the Pan African Youth Leadership Foundation.
- Addis Insight reported in August 2025 that he had visited all 50 US states.
- His Gimmelwald vlog includes an honesty shop where customers pay without an attendant.
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