Merkato: Habesha Connect

Welcome to Merkato — a US marketplace for Ethiopians built for trusted local buying & selling. Discover listings near you in Rental, Cars, Jobs, Services and more.

Merkato is a Ethiopian US marketplace where you can buy, sell, post jobs, find rentals, and connect with sellers in your area.

WHAT YOU CAN DO • Browse listings across categories — Cars, Rental, Jobs, Services, Marketplace, Food & Drink, Real Estate, Education, Events, and more • Filter by your state and city so you only see what's near you • Save your favorites and come back to them anytime • Message sellers directly to ask questions, arrange viewings, or negotiate • Post your own listings in seconds — add photos, description, price, and location • Get push notifications when sellers reply to your messages

CATEGORIES INCLUDE • Rental: apartments, rooms, homes • Cars: new, used, parts • Jobs: full-time, part-time, gig work • Services: photographers, tutors, lawyers, hairstylists, movers, handymen, and more • Marketplace: buy & sell, household goods, specialty items • Food & Drink: restaurants, cafes, catering • Real Estate: realtors and homes for sale • Plus Medical, Education, Events, and Non Profit

HOW IT WORKS

1. Sign up with email, Google, or Apple
2. Browse or search listings near you
3. Message sellers directly — no middleman
4. Post your own listings and reach buyers in your area

Merkato is a community-driven marketplace focused on safety and trust. Listings are reviewed, sellers can be reported, and we work to keep the platform clean.

Have feedback? We're a small team and we read every email. Reach us at support@1888et.com.