the big kick-off event. The guest of honour was the world renowned long distance track and road running star Shaleka Haile Gebrselassie, who was met with a standing ovation. I have taken my time to come here today because I want people to hear and understand the message that just practicing the simple act of handwashing with soap can save our people from unnecessary sickness and death from diarrhoeal disease, he said. ... UNICEF Ethiopia Addis Ababa Global Handwashing Day Shaleka Haile ...