Land degradation in Ethiopia is a serious problem, causing economic loss and threatening food production. Soil erosion is a major issue, with the country losing about $106 million annually due to soil and nutrient loss. The average soil loss rate is 42 tons per hectare for croplands, and up to 300 tons per hectare in extreme cases. Land use changes, like converting forests to farmland, are contributing to increased soil erosion. The rapidly growing population is leading to less cultivable land and higher erosion rates. Overall, the study shows that land use changes are significantly impacting soil erosion in Ethiopia.