Based on the search results, the current date in Ethiopia is Tuesday, October 3, 2023. However, it is important to note that the Ethiopian calendar is different from the Gregorian calendar used in most of the world, and the Ethiopian year is seven to eight years behind the Gregorian year. The Ethiopian year starts on September 11th or 12th in a Gregorian leap year, and has 13 months, 12 of which have 30 days and an intercalary month at the end of the year called Pagume which has five or six days depending on the year. The Ethiopian calendar is still a vital part of everyday life in the country, shaping everything from religious festivals to business transactions.