Shashamane is a city located in the Oromia Region of southern Ethiopia. According to a 2007 census, the town had a population of 100,454, though estimates from mid-2022 place the number of inhabitants at approximately 208,368. It is recognized as one of the fastest urbanizing centers within the Oromia Regional State.
The city is notably known for its Rastafarian community and is divided into seventeen sub-cities, including Abosto, Alelu, Arada, Awasho, Dida boqe, Bulchana, Burqa Gudina, Kuyera, Awasho Dhenqu, Aleche Harebate, Edola burqa, Alelu Ilu, Bute filicha, Kerara filicha, Ilala Qorke, Meja Dema, and Bulchana Deneba. Nearby landmarks include the resort of Wondo Genet and the Senkele Wildlife Sanctuary.