Addis Nostalgia Series II: Agip

This tee is a love letter to a fading memory—the Agip gas stations that once lit up the streets of Addis Ababa with their bold yellow signs and six-legged fire-breathing dog. More than a place to refuel, Agip stations were landmarks. They marked the rhythm of daily life: the early morning school runs, weekend road trips, casual conversations over the hood of a taxi, and the everyday comings and goings that made Addis feel like home. Agip—short for Azienda Generale Italiana Petroli—was founded in Italy in 1926 and became a symbol of post-war modernity and industrial optimism. When the brand expanded into Ethiopia, it brought with it the promise of progress and connection—paved roads, bustling city life, and a little flash of Italian flair in the Horn of Africa. For many of us, the sight of an Agip sign takes us back to a city in motion—a nostalgic Addis with its layered music, laughter, and dusty afternoon light. Though the stations are no longer there, their imprint lingers, and this s