(250524) -- ADDIS ABABA, May 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Contestants wait to get on stage for the 24th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for Ethiopian college students in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, May 23, 2025. The 24th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for Ethiopian college students was held Friday in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's capital, with 14 finalists from universities across the country showcasing their Mandarin skills and cultural knowledge. (Xinhua/Liu Fangqiang)