I can't change everything by myself but I can be one of the people who are trying to change the situation.

I feel a social responsibility. We need to open people's eyes. There is a lack of education in Ethiopia.

Like some high official, you have to tell your brain: 'Do it. Come on. I have to do it.'

I used to run to school, 10k every day. And this at altitude, perfect preparation, really.

When I had no shoes I was comfortable - I used to run barefoot. When I wore shoes it was difficult. To run in shoes was ok, but at the beginning of my career it was hard.

Always, if you win mentally, you can win physically as well.

I find the business world hard.