Ethiopian news in English · Politics
The latest news from Ethiopia, from Tikvah, Addis Standard, The Reporter, BBC and more, summarized in English. Updated every 15 minutes.
- Lack of Sea Access Costs Ethiopia Billions Annually, Says Maritime CEO
Tikvah Ethiopia · Engineer Abdulber Shemsu, CEO of Ethiopian Maritime Transport and Logistics, stated that Ethiopia's demand for sea access is a matter of national survival and crucial …
- Ethiopia Preparing to Host the COP32 International Climate SummitTikvah Ethiopia ·
Ethiopia is actively intensifying its preparations to host the major international climate conference, COP32. The Conference of the Parties (COP) is a global summit de…
- Mekelle Prosecutor Appeals Verdict in Zewdi Haftu Murder CaseTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Mekelle Prosecutor's Office has filed an appeal against a court decision that acquitted Yared Gebreselassie and Angesom Hailemariam, individuals previously sentenc…
- Armed Attack Reported in Central Ethiopia's East Gurage ZoneTikvah Ethiopia ·
Reports indicate that civilians have been killed and abducted following an attack by armed groups in the East Gurage Zone of the Central Ethiopia region. Temesgen Kass…
- Freshman students will not be assigned to Tigray universitiesTikvah Ethiopia ·
Minister of Education Professor Berhanu Nega has announced that first-year students will not be assigned to universities in the Tigray region. The Minister explained t…
- Deadly Attack in Abeshge Woreda Leaves Up to 17 Dead and Over 10 AbductedTikvah Ethiopia ·
A deadly attack in the Walga area of Abeshge Woreda, located in the Gurage Zone of the Central Ethiopia Region, has resulted in the deaths of approximately 17 civilian…
- Two civilians killed in Kore ZoneTikvah Ethiopia ·
Two civilians were killed by armed men in the Gobe Kebele of Gorka Woreda, Kore Zone, in the Southern Ethiopia region. The victims were traveling on a motorcycle to Ke…
- Clashes on South Ethiopia Zone Borders Leave Multiple Dead and Over 500 DisplacedTikvah Ethiopia ·
A violent conflict along the borders of Konso, Alle, and South Omo zones in the Southern Ethiopia Region has resulted in multiple fatalities, severe property destructi…
- Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission to Present 400 Recommendations to AuthoritiesTikvah Ethiopia ·
Ethiopian National Dialogue Commissioner, Professor Mesfin Araya, announced that the Commission will submit 400 policy recommendations to relevant government bodies by…
- Christian Tadele statement on his release and social media rumorsTikvah Ethiopia ·
Christian Tadele, who was recently released from prison, has issued a statement on his official social media page thanking those who supported him and his family durin…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Holds Bilateral Talks with World Leaders at BRICS SummitTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is attending the 18th BRICS+ summit in New Delhi, where he has held multiple bilateral meetings with world leaders. He discussed strengthenin…
- EHRC Announces Release of Over 600 DetaineesTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) announced that over 600 individuals were released from detention today. The commission stated that this decision followed …
- Over 600 Prisoners, Including Christian Tadele, ReleasedTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) announced that over 600 prisoners have been released following pardons and the dropping of charges. Among those released i…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Announces Release of Hundreds of Prisoners Ahead of New YearTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced the release of hundreds of prisoners under a pardon ahead of the 2019 Ethiopian New Year. The move follows the successful conclusio…
- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Delivers New Year Address to the NationTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed has delivered his official New Year message to the Ethiopian public on Pagume 5, 2018 E.C. The Prime Minister's address centered primaril…
- Over 300 Prisoners Expected to be Released TodayTikvah Ethiopia ·
Over 300 prisoners are expected to be released today following a pardon process mediated by the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC). Out of 362 detainees, only 24…
- Armed Attack in West Wollega Leaves Fuel Tankers Burned and Drivers KidnappedTikvah Ethiopia ·
On Pagume 1, 2018 EC, armed militants launched an attack on fuel tanker trucks traveling through the West Wollega Zone of Oromia Region, setting multiple vehicles on f…
- Militant attacks continue in Kore Zone, resulting in civilian deathsTikvah Ethiopia ·
Civilians have been killed and properties looted due to persistent attacks by militants in the Kore Zone of the Southern Ethiopia Region. Regional council member Deyam…
- USCIS to Open International Field Office in Addis AbabaTikvah Ethiopia ·
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is set to open an international field office in Addis Ababa. The new office will handle USCIS-related im…
- Federal Police appeal court decision granting bail to EPRP officialsTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Federal Police have appealed against a court decision granting bail of 50,000 Birr each to EPRP public relations officials Yishaq Walday and Abebe Akalu, as well a…
- Prof. Yacob Arsano Highlights Ethiopia's Energy Potential and Regional Diplomacy at Koysha DamTikvah Ethiopia ·
Professor Yacob Arsano, a political science professor at Addis Ababa University and former Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) negotiator, shared insights during a …
- Attacks and Civilian Suffering Reported in East Wollega's Gida AyanaTikvah Ethiopia ·
Reports from the region indicate that attacks have occurred in the Gida Ayana district of East Wollega Zone, Oromia Region, resulting in civilian suffering. Detailed d…
- Court to Rule on Bail and Remand for EPRP Members TomorrowTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Federal High Court has scheduled a ruling for tomorrow regarding the bail and remand request for detained EPRP members Yishaq Welday, Abebe Akalu, and Abera Nigus,…
- Armed Group Attack in Kamashi Zone Leaves Two Dead and Thousands DisplacedTikvah Ethiopia ·
A heavy attack by armed groups targeted the Anger Meti (Aishanjidim) kebele in Mizhiga Woreda, Kamashi Zone of the Benishangul-Gumuz Region. Regional council member Le…
- Investigation period extended for EPP membersTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Federal High Court has granted federal police seven additional days to complete investigations into EPRP members suspected of terrorism, reducing the police's requ…
- Ethiopia Renews Reporting Credentials for Reuters CorrespondentsTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Media Authority has renewed the reporting credentials for permanent correspondents of the international news agency Reuters following a six-month suspens…
- High-profile corruption investigation at Ministry of Labor and Skills continuesTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Federal High Court has granted police an additional 11 days to continue investigating a high-profile corruption and document forgery case involving officials at th…
- EHRCO Reports Gaps in National Dialogue ProcessTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Human Rights Organizations Coalition (EHRCO) has released a preliminary report highlighting gaps observed during the recent National Dialogue. EHRCO Dire…
- Federal Police requests 14 additional days for investigation into EPRP membersTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Federal Police has requested an additional 14 days from the Federal High Court to conclude the investigation into EPRP members accused of terrorism. The suspects—Y…
- Militia Attack in East Gurage Zone Leaves Seven Dead and Four KidnappedTikvah Ethiopia ·
Residents of Sodo Woreda in the East Gurage Zone of the Central Ethiopia Region reported that an attack by armed militants resulted in the deaths of seven people and t…
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