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- Ministry of Education Calls on Remedial Students to Select University Preferences
Tikvah Ethiopia · The Ministry of Education (MoE) of Ethiopia has issued a call to students who obtained the required scores to follow the remedial program. Eligible students are instru…
- 2018 E.C. Grade 12 University Placement ReleasedTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Ministry of Education has released the university placement for students who took the 2018 E.C. Grade 12 national examination. According to the new direc…
- Ministry of Education Announces University Placements for 2018 E.C. GraduatesTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ministry of Education has announced the completion of university placements for students who passed the 2018 E.C. 12th-grade national examination. The ministry sta…
- Free U.S. Higher Education Fair Featuring Over 20 Universities to Be Held in Addis AbabaTikvah Ethiopia ·
EducationUSA at the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa, in collaboration with the International Community School (ICS), is hosting a free higher education exhibition featurin…
- Amhara Civil Society Council Warns Regional Schools Unprepared to Accommodate Millions of ChildrenTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Amhara Region Civil Society Organizations Council (ARCSOC), representing over 400 civil society organizations, issued an official statement regarding the dire stat…
- The 2019 Academic Year Begins TodayTikvah Ethiopia ·
The 2019 academic year has officially commenced today, Meskerem 5, 2019 E.C. Students have completed their summer vacation period and are returning to their respective…
- Former Tigray university students permitted to register for transfers onlineTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ministry of Education has announced that students previously enrolled in universities in the Tigray region can now register for transfers to other higher education…
- Students from Tigray Region Universities to Be Temporarily Reassigned to Other Public UniversitiesTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ministry of Education has decided to temporarily reassign students previously enrolled in universities within the Tigray region to other public universities across…
- Remedial University Admission Cut-off Points AnnouncedTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ministry of Education has announced the university admission cut-off points for the 2019 E.C. remedial program. The decision was based on student performance, univ…
- Free Garment Sewing Training Program Announced for Akaki Sub-City YouthTikvah Ethiopia ·
STEMpower, in collaboration with the Emmanuel Development Association (EDA), has announced a free garment sewing vocational training program under the 'Windows of Hope…
- Ministry of Education Extends Deadline for University Placement ChoicesTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Ministry of Education has announced an extension for the university and field of study placement selection process. This applies to students who sat for …
- Fireworks Announced in Addis Ababa for New Year CelebrationsTikvah Ethiopia ·
The National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS) announced that fireworks will be set off in Addis Ababa to celebrate the upcoming New Year. The fireworks display…
- Young Man Shot Dead by Federal Police Officer in Dilla, South EthiopiaTikvah Ethiopia ·
Residents of the Chichu area in Dilla City, Gedeo Zone, South Ethiopia Region, reported that a young man named Abiti Birhanu was killed after being shot by a Federal P…
- 21-Gun Salute Scheduled for New Year Morning in Addis AbabaTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ministry of Defense of Ethiopia has announced that a 21-gun salute will be fired in celebration of the upcoming New Year holiday. According to the announcement, th…
- Winning Numbers Announced for Ethiopian Enkutatash LotteryTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Lottery Service has officially drawn the winning numbers for the 2018 Enkutatash (Ethiopian New Year) Lottery in front of the public. The draw took place…
- Addis Ababa Fire Commission Issues Public Safety Advisory Ahead of New YearTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Addis Ababa City Fire and Disaster Risk Management Commission has issued a public safety advisory ahead of the upcoming New Year holiday celebrations. Solomon Meko…
- History Teacher Belay Sitotaw Calls for Forgiveness and Cultural Renewal in PagumeTikvah Ethiopia ·
History teacher Belay Sitotaw shared insights on the cultural and religious significance of the month of Pagume as Ethiopians prepare for the upcoming Ethiopian New Ye…
- Funeral of Artist Ilfinash Qannoo Held in AmboTikvah Ethiopia ·
The funeral of artist Ilfinash Qannoo, known for her songs on freedom and equality, was held today in the city of Ambo. The artist passed away last Sunday, Pagume 1, 2…
- Ministry of Education Warns Tigray Universities to Clear Military PresenceTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Ministry of Education (MoE) has issued a strict warning to four public universities in the Tigray region—Mekelle, Axum, Adigrat, and Raya Universities—de…
- Researchers Warn Digital Greetings Are Weakening Traditional Holiday Visits in EthiopiaTikvah Ethiopia ·
Sociological researchers from Wachamo and Wolkite Universities have cautioned that the growing adoption of digitalization and social media is declining traditional phy…
- Fire Outbreak Causes Property Damage at Merkato Market in Addis AbabaTikvah Ethiopia ·
A fire broke out in the Merkato market area of Addis Ababa, starting around 7:00 PM local time. The incident specifically affected textile and clothing warehouses loca…
- Addis Ababa Extends Lease Contract Registration Deadline to Pagumen 5Tikvah Ethiopia ·
The Addis Ababa Housing Development and Administration Bureau has officially announced an extension for the residential and commercial lease contract registration and …
- New Overtime Pay Directive Approved for Health Professionals in Amhara RegionTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Amhara Regional Health Bureau has announced the approval of a new overtime pay directive for government health professionals, effective from July 8, 2026 (Hamle 1,…
- Five Suspects and Government Vehicle Seized in Bahir Dar Kidnapping RingTikvah Ethiopia ·
Bahir Dar City Police announced the arrest of five key suspects involved in a kidnapping ring that used a government vehicle to execute their crime. The gang abducted …
- Abducted Child Fiona Solomon Rescued in Gondar and Reunited with FamilyTikvah Ethiopia ·
A young girl named Fiona Solomon, who was abducted from Bole Bulbula in Addis Ababa, has been successfully rescued and returned to her family. The primary suspect, Mek…
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs Clarifies 'Attaché' PositionTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has provided clarification regarding its recent job opening for 100 'Attaché' positions. The Ministry stated that 'Attaché' is the entr…
- Wolaita Sodo University brings fire incident under controlTikvah Ethiopia ·
Wolaita Sodo University has successfully contained a fire that broke out today at its Social Sciences College building. University President Dr. Guche Gule confirmed t…
- Fire Outbreak Reported at Wolaita Sodo University BuildingTikvah Ethiopia ·
A sudden fire broke out today inside the main campus of Wolaita Sodo University in Ethiopia. The incident specifically affected the Social Sciences College Language De…
- Ministry of Education Opens University and Field Choice Selection for StudentsTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Ministry of Education has announced the commencement of university and field of study selections for regular program students who passed the secondary sc…
- Menschen für Menschen Offers Fully Funded Scholarships at Harar Agro-Technical CollegeTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Menschen für Menschen Foundation has announced fully funded undergraduate scholarship opportunities at the Harar Agro-Technical and Technology College for the 2019…
- Over 200 Goats Die in Afar Region After Eating Poisonous PlantTikvah Ethiopia ·
More than 200 goats have died and nearly 500 others were affected in Berahle Woreda, located in the Kilbeti Rasu Zone of the Afar Region, after consuming a poisonous g…
- Five Ethiopians arrested in Saudi Arabia for murdering a fellow citizenTikvah Ethiopia ·
Mecca police in Saudi Arabia have arrested five Ethiopian nationals accused of torturing and killing another Ethiopian citizen. The suspects were apprehended in the Ra…
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs Announces Vacancies for 100 Attaché PositionsTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia has officially published a recruitment notice to hire 100 individuals for the Attaché job position. This employment opportu…
- Study Reveals Severe Service and Protection Gaps in Tigray IDP CampsTikvah Ethiopia ·
A recent study led by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) cluster has highlighted severe shortages …
- Landslide in North Gondar's Telemt Woreda Kills One and Displaces Over 2,000Tikvah Ethiopia ·
A severe landslide in Gilbe Kebele of Telemt Woreda in North Gondar Zone has claimed the life of one person and injured four others. According to local officials, the …
- Splashing Water on Pedestrians Can Lead to 3 Years Imprisonment, Legal Expert WarnsTikvah Ethiopia ·
Splashing rainwater or sewage onto pedestrians while driving during the rainy season is considered a petty criminal offense under Ethiopian law, according to legal exp…
- Ethiopian Arrested in Saudi Arabia Over Live TikTok Murder SuspectsTikvah Ethiopia ·
An Ethiopian national accused of committing a murder during a live broadcast on TikTok has been arrested by Saudi security forces alongside five accomplices. The annou…
- Ethiopian Media Authority Warns Abay TV Over Ethical Violations; Station ApologizesTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Media Authority (EMA) has issued an official warning to Abay Television following a three-month media content monitoring period from June to August. Acco…
- 2018 Remedial Exam Results Released Amid Widespread Student Complaints Over DisqualificationTikvah Ethiopia ·
Results for students enrolled in the 2018 E.C. remedial program have been officially released through the Ethernet portal. However, numerous students have raised serio…
- Addis Ababa: Family Appeals for Help Locating Missing 8th-Grade Student Hyab KiflomTikvah Ethiopia ·
The family of Hyab Kiflom, an eighth-grade student at Kality Ethio National School in Addis Ababa, has issued an urgent public appeal following her disappearance. Acco…
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