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.
- PM Abiy Ahmed Announces Future Constitutional Amendments
Tikvah Ethiopia · Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) has announced that constitutional amendments will be implemented based on recommendations arising from the national dialogue process. T…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Announces Commitment to Dialogue and ForgivenessTikvah Ethiopia ·
Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed announced that his government will pursue a path of dialogue and forgiveness to ensure lasting peace in the country. The Prime …
- Drone Strikes Kill Civilians, Including IDPs, in Tigray's Shiraro and Adwa
Addis Standard · Drone strikes reportedly killed and injured civilians in separate attacks in Shiraro, North Western Zone, and Adwa, Central Zone of the Tigray region, on Saturday nigh…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Outlines Key Priorities in Speech to House of Peoples' Representatives
BBC Amharic · Following his reappointment to lead the Ethiopian government for another five-year term, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed delivered a keynote speech to the House of Peoples' …
- Abiy Ahmed Re-Elected as Prime Minister, Ahmed Shide Named Speaker of House
Addis Fortune · Federal lawmakers in Ethiopia have re-elected Abiy Ahmed (PhD) as Prime Minister for a second full five-year term on Monday, October 5, 2026. Abiy, who is the presiden…
- PM Abiy Ahmed speaks on Ethiopia's regional role and sovereigntyTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that Ethiopia will assert its role in the Horn of Africa not through the charity of others, but through its own strength and capabilit…
- Joint Session of Federal Legislative Houses Convenes for New TermAddis Fortune ·
This week, the joint session of Ethiopia's federal legislative houses is convening to officially establish a new government administration. The government will be led …
- PM Abiy Ahmed speaks on Ethiopia's need for sea access and military modernizationTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has outlined Ethiopia's strategic priorities in a speech following his appointment by the House of Peoples' Representatives for the next five…
- Ahmed Shide Elected House Speaker; Muferihat Kamil to Lead House of FederationAddis Standard ·
In a significant legislative leadership update, Ahmed Shide has been elected as the Speaker of the House of Peoples' Representatives, the lower house of the Ethiopian …
- Former Finance Minister Ahmed Shide Sworn In as Speaker of Parliament
Capital Ethiopia · Former Minister of Finance Ahmed Shide has been officially appointed and sworn in as the Speaker of the House of Peoples' Representatives of Ethiopia. The announcement…
- House of Peoples' Representatives Appoints Abiy Ahmed as Prime MinisterTikvah Ethiopia ·
The House of Peoples' Representatives of the FDRE has appointed Dr. Abiy Ahmed as the Prime Minister of Ethiopia for the next five years. Following his appointment, Dr…
- Temesgen Tiruneh Nominates Dr. Abiy Ahmed for Prime MinisterTikvah Ethiopia ·
Mr. Temesgen Tiruneh, representing the ruling Prosperity Party, has officially nominated Dr. Abiy Ahmed to serve as the Prime Minister of Ethiopia for a five-year term…
- Ayelech Eshete elected as Deputy Speaker of the House of Peoples' RepresentativesTikvah Ethiopia ·
Ms. Ayelech Eshete has been elected as the Deputy Speaker of the House of Peoples' Representatives of the FDRE for the next five years. The election took place during …
- Ahmed Shide Elected as Speaker of the House of People's RepresentativesTikvah Ethiopia ·
Ahmed Shide, who previously served as the Minister of Finance, has been elected as the new Speaker of the House of People's Representatives. He will lead the parliamen…
- Dire Dawa Appoints Abdullahi Aden Yusuf as New MayorAddis Fortune ·
Dire Dawa’s city council convened to open a new term and officially appointed Abdullahi Aden Yusuf as the city's new mayor. The council voted unanimously in favor of t…
- Opening Ceremony of the 7th House of Peoples' Representatives BeginsTikvah Ethiopia ·
The opening ceremony of the 7th House of Peoples' Representatives has officially commenced. Members of the parliament alongside invited dignitaries and high-level offi…
- Muferihat Kamil Appointed as Speaker of the House of FederationTikvah Ethiopia ·
It has been announced that Ms. Muferihat Kamil has replaced Mr. Agegnehu Teshager as the Speaker of the House of Federation. The announcement, made on Meskerem 25, 201…
- House of Federation Elects New Speaker and Deputy SpeakerTikvah Ethiopia ·
The House of Federation of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has elected its new leadership. The House unanimously elected Muferihat Kamil as the new Speaker…
- House of Federation Holding 1st Regular SessionTikvah Ethiopia ·
The House of Federation of Ethiopia is currently holding its 1st regular session of the 1st year of the 7th parliamentary term. The council is expected to elect its Sp…
- Ethiopia Reasserts Legitimate Interests in Red Sea and Central Role in Nile RiverAddis Standard ·
Ethiopia has formally reasserted its legitimate interests in the Red Sea region alongside its central role in the Nile River basin. In a brief breaking statement, the …
- Commentary: Who Arrives Ready?: Political Organization and Ethiopia's FutureAddis Standard ·
A commentary published by Addis Standard examines the recently announced armed coalition in Ethiopia, characterizing it as a symptom of deeper structural problems with…
- Allegations of Organized Attack and Security Incident Reported at Irreecha Festival
Jawar Mohammed · A report highlights an alleged organized attack occurring during the Irreecha festival, specifically targeting Oromos from a particular zone. The incident is criticize…
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs Issues Statement on Red Sea and Blue Nile IssuesTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has responded to a recent statement made by Egypt with neighboring countries regarding the Nile and regional dynamics. The Mi…
- Ato Dubale Abrare Appointed as Mayor of Dessie CityTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Dessie City Council has appointed Ato Dubale Abrare as the new mayor of the city. Before this appointment, Ato Dubale served as the mayor of Woldia. This change fo…
- 7th Joint Opening Session of House of Peoples' Representatives and House of Federation HeldTikvah Ethiopia ·
The 7th joint opening session of the House of Peoples' Representatives and the House of Federation is taking place today. This ceremony marks the official formation of…
- Banks Agree to Fund Half a Billion Birr Renovation for Foreign Affairs BuildingAddis Fortune ·
The historic Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Ethiopia, which is over half a century old, is scheduled to undergo a major renovation. Foreign Minister Gedion Ti…
- The Historical Journey and Evolution of Ethiopia's House of Peoples' RepresentativesBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The House of Peoples' Representatives building located in 4 Kilo, Addis Ababa, has hosted pivotal events in Ethiopian political history. The venue has seen the passage…
- Mekelle residents describe the current situationTikvah Ethiopia ·
Mekelle residents report that phone and internet services have been restored following the arrival of the Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF) and the Tigray Peace …
- Policy Recommendations Issued for Tigray's Interim Transition and ReconstructionJawar Mohammed ·
A political analysis highlights crucial steps for the ongoing transition in the Tigray region, emphasizing that reconstruction must proceed alongside political negotia…
- Federal Government Warned Against Repeating Political Failures in TigrayJawar Mohammed ·
An analysis emphasizes that if the Ethiopian federal government regains decisive influence in the Tigray region, it must avoid repeating its past political failures. R…
- Ethiopia and Eritrea Sever Diplomatic Ties Amid Regional Tensions
The Reporter · Ethiopia and Eritrea have experienced a complete breakdown in their bilateral diplomatic relations this week. The abrupt severance was marked by the closure of embassi…
- Proposal Presented to Build a New Political Order in TigrayJawar Mohammed ·
A comprehensive political roadmap proposal has been outlined to address the prolonged political crisis in the Tigray region and establish a new democratic framework. T…
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