Ethiopian news in English
The latest news from Ethiopia, from Tikvah, Addis Standard, The Reporter, BBC and more, summarized in English. Updated every 15 minutes.
- FAO Urges Ethiopia to Shift from Emergency Aid to Anticipatory Action Against Climate Disasters
Capital Ethiopia · The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has officially called for a fundamental shift in how Ethiopia manages recurring climate disasters. Th…
- Analysis: Ethiopia’s Persistent Conflicts and Governance Challenges
DW Amharic · The article analyzes the recurring cycles of violence and displacement across Ethiopia, with a focus on recent clashes in Moyale between the Oromia and Somali regions.…
- US and UK Condemn Attack in Oromia, Demand AccountabilityDW Amharic ·
The international community is condemning an attack on civilians in the Shirka district of the Arsi zone, Oromia region, which occurred on October 24, 2024 (Tikimt 14,…
- Ethiopia submits bid for first UNESCO Global Geopark designation
Birr Metrics · Ethiopia is seeking its first UNESCO Global Geopark designation for the Central Ethiopia Rift Valley, entering an international process that links geological conservat…
- 'Alliance for Survival' Reaffirms Continued Struggle Against Ethiopian GovernmentDW Amharic ·
The 'Alliance for Survival', a coalition of seven political and armed groups, has reaffirmed its commitment to continue its struggle against the Ethiopian federal gove…
- Ethiopian Athletics Doping Concerns and Recent Racing ResultsDW Amharic ·
The use of performance-enhancing drugs (doping) in Ethiopian athletics has reached an alarming level, according to a consultative meeting held by the Athletics Federat…
- Individual suspected of robbery arrested in Shashemene
Jawar Mohammed · An individual identified as Diimaa Nugusee, suspected of robbing and terrorizing residents in Shashemene, has been arrested. Following his apprehension, he was taken t…
- Haji Yaqub's broker arrested in ShashemeneJawar Mohammed ·
In Shashemene, Diimaa Nugusee, one of the brokers associated with Haji Yaqub, has been taken into custody. The suspect was reportedly apprehended at Bole Airport upon …
- FAO Representative Urges African Nations to Adopt Technology to Reduce Crop LossCapital Ethiopia ·
Abebe Haile-Gabriel, FAO Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative for Africa, stated that African countries face food insecurity not only due to producti…
- Ethiopian Media Authority suspends Reporter newspaper licenseCapital Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Media Authority has announced an indefinite suspension of the registration certificates for both Amharic and English editions of the Reporter newspaper a…
- Ethiopia's Annual Inflation Rate Reaches 14.9% in September
Addis Fortune · According to the Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS), Ethiopia's annual inflation rate stood at 14.9% in September, a slight decrease from 15.3% recorded in July. Food…
- Fatal drone strike reported at Hayiq Jari IDP camp
Addis Standard · A deadly drone strike has been reported at the Hayiq Jari IDP camp. Survivors have been forced to flee the area following the attack, which resulted in multiple casual…
- Mekelle to implement 'Mesob' one-stop service center
Natnael Mekonnen · Preparations are underway to launch the 'Mesob' one-stop service center in Mekelle, which aims to provide 114 different services under one roof. Federal government off…
- Al Jazeera Marks 30th Anniversary in Addis Ababa
ENA · Al Jazeera celebrated its 30th anniversary with an event in Addis Ababa on November 1. Ethiopian Media Authority Director General Haymanot Zeleke highlighted the gover…
- Oromia region detains 73 people over deadly attacks in ArsiAddis Standard ·
The Oromia Regional Government has announced that 73 individuals have been detained in connection with deadly attacks in Shirka Woreda, located in Southeast Oromia. Ha…
- Ethiopia Finalizes Preparations for Major African Health ConferenceENA ·
Ethiopia is finalizing preparations to host a major health conference aimed at strengthening Africa's health sovereignty and regional cooperation. Health Minister Dr. …
- Survivors flee Hayiq Jari IDP camp following deadly drone strikeAddis Standard ·
Following a deadly drone strike on October 29 at the Hayiq Jari internally displaced persons (IDP) camp, survivors have begun fleeing the area in fear. According to ac…
- Overview of late-October global geopolitical and economic developmentsENA ·
The final week of October 2026 was defined by heightened geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, and climate risks. In the Middle East, tensions involving Iran, S…
- Adama residents stage protest over land disputeJawar Mohammed ·
Residents of Adama city have been staging a protest in front of the mayor's office since this morning. The demonstrators are expressing their grievances regarding land…
- Federal Government Nearly Doubles Treasury Bill OfferingAddis Fortune ·
The federal government has significantly increased its Treasury bill offering in the latest tender. In the auction held on October 14, the offering was raised to 23.39…
- Emirates Businesswomen Council Eyes New Investment Opportunities in EthiopiaENA ·
The Emirates Businesswomen Council has highlighted growing investment opportunities in Ethiopia, aiming to deepen economic cooperation. Between 2021 and 2025, bilatera…
- Study proposes wind power plants in Gode, Arerti, Mega, and Debre BerhanCapital Ethiopia ·
A new feasibility study has been released for the construction of wind power plants in Gode, Arerti, Debre Berhan, and Mega. These locations were identified as part of…
- Tigray Interim Administration to Resume Civil Servant Salary PaymentsNatnael Mekonnen ·
The Tigray Interim Administration has announced that government employee salaries will resume starting October 30, 2019 E.C. Dr. Tewodros Aregay, the Chief Executive o…
- Ethiopia Faces Heightened Rift Valley Fever Risk Due to El NiñoAddis Standard ·
The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) have issued a warning regarding an increased risk of Rift Vall…
- Uganda Begins Withdrawal of Troops from Somalia After 20 Years
BBC Afaan Oromoo · Uganda has officially begun withdrawing its troops from Somalia after two decades of service in peacekeeping missions. The Ugandan military confirmed that an initial g…
- Conflict in Moyale continues; 50,000 displaced to KenyaBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Approximately 50,000 people have fled into Kenya following ongoing clashes between the Oromia and Somali regions in the Ethiopian border town of Moyale, the UN reports…
- First Africa Franchise Expo Held in Addis AbabaCapital Ethiopia ·
The first Africa Franchise Expo has been held at the Addis Ababa Hilton Hotel. The event brought together local and international companies, as well as individuals int…
- IMF Warns of Potential El Niño Impact on Ethiopian EconomyAddis Fortune ·
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that El Niño-related rainfall disruptions could threaten Ethiopia's agricultural output, electricity generation, and i…
- Tax assessment disputes lead to business closures in Addis AbabaCapital Ethiopia ·
Small businesses in Addis Ababa are reportedly closing their shops due to disputes regarding tax assessments and mandatory Value-Added Tax (VAT) registration requireme…
- Ethiopia Prepares Health Emergency Drill for WHO Global Meeting
The Reporter · Ethiopia is set to conduct a full-scale health emergency simulation exercise on November 2. This drill precedes the seventh World Health Organization (WHO) Emergency M…
- Ethiopia Seeks $11 Billion for National Electrification PlanCapital Ethiopia ·
Ethiopia is actively seeking nearly $11 billion in funding from the World Bank and other international development partners to support a comprehensive national electri…
- Dashen Bank's profit more than doubles to 15.2 billion birrCapital Ethiopia ·
Dashen Bank has announced a profit before tax of 15.2 billion birr for the fiscal year that ended on June 30, 2026. This figure marks a significant 127.6 percent incre…
- Residents of Adwa City Elect New Interim Administration
Tikvah Ethiopia · Residents of Adwa city elected their new interim administration leaders on Monday, October 23, 2019 E.C. Engineer Caleb Mesfin was elected as the city's main mayor. Al…
- Addis Ababa City Administration Introduces Fees for Tender DocumentsAddis Fortune ·
The Addis Ababa City Administration has implemented a new payment requirement for downloading public tender documents. Following a one-year pilot phase where documents…
- Op-ed explores Borana pastoralists' land disputes and Moyale conflictAddis Standard ·
In a recent op-ed, Galgalo Dika explores the historical displacement of Borana pastoralists from their ancestral grazing lands and water resources. The author analyzes…
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