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The latest news from Ethiopia, from Tikvah, Addis Standard, The Reporter, BBC and more, summarized in English. Updated every 15 minutes.
- The Historical Origins and Evolution of the Ethiopian Parliament
BBC Amharic · The Ethiopian House of Peoples' Representatives building in Arat Kilo has hosted numerous pivotal historical events in the country's political history. Ethiopia's parl…
- Ministry of Education Announces Cut-off Points for Teacher Training Colleges
Tikvah Ethiopia · The Ministry of Education has officially released the cut-off points for applicants seeking admission to teacher training colleges for the 2019 Ethiopian Academic Year…
- Founder of Matiwos Wondu Cancer Society, Wondwossen Bekele, passes awayTikvah Ethiopia ·
Wondwossen Bekele, the founder and CEO of the Matiwos Wondu Cancer Society, has passed away at the age of 72. He died suddenly on September 24, 2019 (E.C.) while recei…
- Researchers Urge Stronger Biosafety Rules for Ethiopia's GM Crop Plans
Capital Ethiopia · Ethiopian researchers and civil-society advocates are calling for stronger biosafety regulations and independent scientific oversight as the country moves toward comme…
- 2019 Irreechaa Hora Arsadi festival concluded peacefullyTikvah Ethiopia ·
The 2019 Irreechaa Hora Arsadi festival has concluded peacefully. According to the Oromia Broadcasting Network (OBN), the celebration took place at Lake Hora Arsadi in…
- Audit Reveals Over ETB 537 Million Uncollected at Addis Ababa University
The Reporter · A financial audit conducted by the Office of the Federal Auditor General (OFAG) has uncovered significant financial irregularities at Addis Ababa University (AAU). Acc…
- South Africa: Men Mobilize to Combat Rising Gender-Based Violence and FemicideBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
In response to a severe wave of gender-based violence and femicide in South Africa, community-based male initiatives are emerging to address the root causes of the cri…
- 2019 E.C. Irreecha 'Hora Arsadi' Festival CelebratedTikvah Ethiopia ·
The 2019 E.C. Irreecha 'Hora Arsadi' festival has been celebrated with grandeur. The event marks the Oromo people's celebration of the Irreecha festival at Hora Arsadi…
- Tribute Paid to Abbaa Gadaa Bayyanaa Sanbato for Contributions to Irreecha
Jawar Mohammed · As the Irreecha festival is being celebrated, special tribute has been paid to Bayyanaa Sanbatoo, described as the Abbaa Gadaa of the Oromo struggle. His significant c…
- Call for Action Issued to Mekelle Residents to Stop Widespread LootingJawar Mohammed ·
Reports from local sources in Mekelle indicate that widespread looting is currently taking place targeting both public institutions and private property. The message e…
- Reflecting on Enkutatash: The Cultural Significance of Ethiopia's New YearThe Reporter ·
As the heavy rains of the Kiremt season begin to subside across Ethiopia, the highland landscapes undergo a striking natural transformation. The fields become covered …
- Azeb Melaku Author's Book Addresses Grief, Family, and Mental Health Therapy
Addis Fortune · Author Azeb Melaku has detailed personal and societal reflections in her book titled 'Pearls in the Valley Where Darkness Lost Its Grip'. The text explores the deep re…
- Moyale Residents Face Over Three Years Without Money Transfer Services
Addis Standard · Residents of Moyale town, a key cross-border trading hub situated on the Ethiopia-Kenya border, are experiencing severe disruptions due to a prolonged lack of financia…
- Personal Reflection Highlights Hidden Toll of Street Commerce in EthiopiaAddis Fortune ·
A personal reflection by Kidist Yidnekachew re-evaluates common perceptions of street commerce in Ethiopia. Initially viewed through a strict economic lens assuming ve…
- Addis Ababa roads reopenedTikvah Ethiopia ·
Roads in Addis Ababa that were closed for the Irreecha 'Hora Finfinnee' festival have been reopened. The streets have returned to their normal state to facilitate traf…
- Study Highlights Environmental and Health Risks of Agricultural ChemicalsAddis Fortune ·
A life-cycle assessment study reveals that agricultural chemicals escaping greenhouses persist in the environment rather than disappearing. Nitrogen compounds, with ca…
- Faro Homosha Girls' Boarding School in Benishangul-Gumuz Reaches Finalists in Global CompetitionBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Faro Homosha Girls' Boarding School, located in the Benishangul-Gumuz region of Ethiopia, has been selected as one of the top 10 finalists in a global competition orga…
- Unique Biological Traits and Habitats of Africa's Rare Black Serval WildcatsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The black serval is a unique wildcat found in African forests, distinguished by its dark fur caused by genetic mutation, remarkably long legs, and large ears. Compared…
- Irreecha Hora Finfinne Festival Concludes PeacefullyTikvah Ethiopia ·
The annual Irreecha Hora Finfinne festival has concluded peacefully in Addis Ababa. Mayor Adanech Abebie stated that the celebration successfully upheld its cultural v…
- Study Reveals 2,800-Year-Old Ethiopian Palace Could Have Stood 16 Storeys HighCapital Ethiopia ·
A new structural engineering study focusing on the historical archaeological site of Yeha in northern Ethiopia has uncovered remarkable findings about ancient Ethiopia…
- 13th Anniversary of Lampedusa Shipwreck Commemorated in ItalyBBC Tigrinya ·
A commemoration ceremony was held on the Italian island of Lampedusa to mark the 13th anniversary of the tragic 2013 shipwreck that claimed the lives of 368 migrants. …
- Obbo Dirribii Damusee Shares History and Past Struggles of Irreecha FestivalBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Obbo Dirribii Damusee, an elder with long-standing ties to the Irreecha festival, shared historical insights regarding how the traditional Oromoo thanksgiving celebrat…
- TEDxARADA Launched in Ethiopia by Tina BelayAddis Fortune ·
TEDTalks originally began in 1984 when architect Richard S. Wurman and television executive Harry Marks gathered technology, entertainment, and design professionals to…
- Brazilian Man Arrested After Violent ChatGPT Conversations Raise Safety AlarmsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
A 36-year-old Brazilian farmer was arrested in Sao Gabriel da Palha after text conversations he had with ChatGPT over two months raised severe security alarms. The mes…
- Parents Express Concern Over New Board Governance at Lycée Guébré-MariamAddis Fortune ·
Parents of students at Lycée Guébré-Mariam in Addis Ababa have raised serious concerns regarding the new board-led governance structure established following the exit …
- Abbaa Gadaa Geetu Taliila Issues Call for Peace and Reconciliation During IrreechaBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
In an interview with BBC Afaan Oromo regarding the first Irreecha festival of their Gadaa tenure, Abbaa Gadaa Tuulamaa Geetu Taliila shared key messages focused on pea…
- Cultural and Spiritual Significance of the Oromo Irreecha Festival ExplainedBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Irreecha is an integral part of the Oromo Gadaa system, serving as a thanksgiving and prayer festival where people gather at mountains and riverbanks to express gratit…
- Human Rights First Raises Concerns Over Civilian Deaths and Essential Services in TigrayAddis Standard ·
Human Rights First–Ethiopia (HRFE) has voiced grave concerns regarding reported civilian deaths and the deteriorating access to essential services across the Tigray re…
- Irreechaa Festival Celebrated with Vibrant Oromo Cultural Displays in FinfinneAddis Standard ·
The traditional Oromo festival of Irreechaa, recognized by UNESCO as part of the Gadaa system, has been celebrated with vibrant festivities in Finfinne (Addis Ababa). …
- Book Launching Memorializes Miriam Beza Mengistu's Life and Family's Healing JourneyAddis Fortune ·
A new book titled "Pearls in the Valley Where Darkness Lost Its Grip" was officially launched two weeks ago, detailing the life and tragic loss of Miriam Beza Mengistu…
- Oromia Police Announces Road Closures and Traffic Restrictions for IrreechaTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Oromia Police has announced traffic restrictions and road closures in anticipation of the Irreecha festival to be held at Hora Harsadi in Bishoftu on September 24,…
- Vehicle Movement Restrictions Announced in Bishoftu for Irreecha FestivalTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Oromia Police has announced road closures and vehicle movement restrictions in preparation for the Hora Harsadi Irreecha festival in Bishoftu. From September 22 to…
- TEDxARADA Holds Its Third Stage Event in Addis AbabaAddis Fortune ·
The third stage of the TEDxARADA event, part of the global talk series, took place on the afternoon of September 19, 2026, at the British Embassy on Comoros Street in …
- Prolonged Power Outage in Addis Ababa Frustrates ResidentsTikvah Ethiopia ·
A transformer malfunction at the Addis West substation has caused a multi-day power outage across various areas of Addis Ababa. Residents have expressed significant fr…
- Addis Ababa roads to close for Irreecha festivalTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Addis Ababa Police have announced that multiple major roads in the capital will be closed to vehicles for the Irreecha Hora Finfinne celebration on Meskerem 23, 20…
- Two Books Offer Differing Views on Tigray's History and Statehood QuestionThe Reporter ·
Over the span of just a few months, two new Amharic books examining the regional state of Tigray's history and its political relationship with Ethiopia have been publi…
- Oxford English Dictionary Adds 'Azmari', 'Berbere' and Other East African TermsCapital Ethiopia ·
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has officially included a range of new words originating from East African English in its latest quarterly update. Among the newly …
- Irreecha 2026 Celebrations, Cultural Events, and Great Run Underway in Finfinnee and BishoftuBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Various cultural and sporting events leading up to the 2026 Irreecha festival are taking place in Finfinnee, Bishoftu, and other parts of Oromia. According to Birhanu …
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