In addition, road travel after dark outside Addis Ababa and other cities is dangerous due to broken down vehicles left on the road and the possibility of armed robbery in some locations. Security procedures at the International Airport in Addis Ababa are thorough. Nevertheless, there have been hijackings of domestic and international flights carrying American citizens. The most recent incident occurred in November 1996, when a flight from Addis Ababa to Kenya was hijacked and crashed off the Comoros, killing 125 passengers, including two Americans. Emergency assistance is limited.
Travelers generally bring their own supplies of prescription drugs and preventive medicines.
Doctors and hospitals usually expect immediate cash payment for services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. Travelers have found supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage to be useful. Travelers are strongly encouraged to obtain medical evacuation insurance. There are occasional reports of thieves snatching jewelry.