30 things could happened to Ethiopia if Emperor Menelik II did not defeat Italy,

1.       Colonial Legacy: Ethiopia might have become a colony of Italy, resulting in profound cultural, political, and economic changes.
2.       Cultural Impact: Italian influence could have affected language, customs, and traditions in Ethiopia over time.     
3.       Religious Landscape: Roman Catholicism might have been imposed more forcefully, potentially leading to religious conflicts.
4.       Economic Exploitation: Italy could have extracted resources, leading to economic disparities and dependencies.            
5.       Political Unrest: Resistance movements might have emerged, shaping Ethiopia's future governance structure.
6.       Borders and Ethnic Relations: Colonial borders could have led to ethnic tensions and conflicts.    
7.       Delayed Modernization: Economic development and modernization might have taken a different path.      
8.       Legacy of Emperors: Emperor Menelik II's legacy as a national hero might have been altered.        
9.       Foreign Involvement: International conflicts or diplomatic negotiations could have arisen.              
10.   Cultural Preservation: Ethiopia's culture and heritage might have faced greater challenges.            
11.   Language and Education: Italian could become the language of instruction, affecting education.    
12.   Global Influence: Ethiopia's role in global diplomacy and independence movements might differ.    13.   Socioeconomic Factors: Economic disparities, healthcare, and education would be impacted.      14.   Italian Influence: Cultural exchange between Italy and Ethiopia might occur.                 
15.   Resource Management: Italy's interests might affect resource management.                 
16.   Identity and Nationalism: Ethiopia's national identity might evolve differently.                      
17.   Language Evolution: Italian might become a prominent language alongside Ethiopian languages.    18.   Educational System: The curriculum and methods might resemble Italian education.                       
19.   Demographic Changes: Population shifts and demographic changes might occur.                 
20.   Urbanization Patterns: Italian colonial planning might shape urban centers and infrastructure.       
21.   Technological Advancements: Different technological advancements could emerge.                        
22.   Healthcare and Medicine: Italian medical practices could influence healthcare.                      
23.   Media and Communication: Italian-language media outlets might influence public discourse.        
24.   International Relations: Ethiopia's foreign relations and alliances might differ.                 
25.   Cultural Heritage Preservation: Challenges to preserving Ethiopia's cultural heritage.                    
26.   Food and Cuisine: Italian cuisine might influence Ethiopian food culture.                            
27.   Sports and Entertainment: Italian sports and entertainment could shape leisure preferences.          28.   Population Growth and Migration: Patterns of population growth and migration could differ under Italian colonial rule.
29.   Natural Resource Management: Italian interests might affect how Ethiopia's natural resources are managed.        
30.   Education and Literacy: The focus and quality of education in Ethiopia might have evolved differently under Italian influence.