Iconic Russian-Made Taxis Retiring From Ethiopian Roads After Nearly 40 Years of Service
22:05 20.07.2026 (Updated: 22:24 20.07.2026)
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Iconic Russian-Made Taxis Retiring From Ethiopian Roads After Nearly 40 Years of Service
Once imported as government vehicles in the 1970s, the iconic blue-and-white Soviet-manufactured Lada taxis became the durable symbol of Addis Ababa for nearly four decades.
Today, however, the rapid shift toward modern meter taxis and new electric vehicle policies is finally pushing these legendary cars into retirement.
As the Lada automaker marks its 60th anniversary on Monday, Sputnik Africa looks back at how these cars became an enduring symbol of the Ethiopian capital's resilience.
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