Getting around by cab and VTC Addis-Abeba

Adika is a major cab company. Reservations can be made by phone or app, directly on your smartphone. Ride is another popular smartphone app for booking Uber-style cabs (with tracking of driver, car and estimated fare). You'll need to buy a local SIM card to use these location-based applications. Be aware that traffic jams are heavy in the center of Addis, and you'll need to allow for long journey times.