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.
- Africa Electric Mobility Forum Calls for Investment and Regional Cooperation
Capital Ethiopia · Participants at the Africa E-Mobility Week & Forum 2026 (AEWF2026) have emphasized that African countries and regional institutions must move urgently from policy comm…
- Ethiopian Airlines Orders Eight Boeing 777-8 Freighters
Addis Fortune · African airlines expanded their air cargo capacity far faster than demand growth in August, which pulled down aircraft utilisation despite improvements in the global a…
- Ethiopia Reasserts Legitimate Interests in Red Sea and Central Role in Nile River
Addis 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 …
- Ethiopia Overhauls Building Codes for Seismic Safety and Wind Standards
The Reporter · Ethiopia has updated its national building codes to enforce stricter seismic safety requirements across the country. The new regulations were officially unveiled at th…
- Allegations Raised Against Individual Named Abarraa Baqqalaa Dhinsaa
Jawar Mohammed · A report highlights details concerning an individual named Abarraa Baqqalaa Dhinsaa, who is also known by his nickname 'Karrayyuu'. According to the provided text, dur…
- Commentary: Who Arrives Ready?: Political Organization and Ethiopia's Future
Addis 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…
- Identities of Group Alleged of Assaulting Youths During Irreecha Exposed
Jawar Mohammed · The identities of several individuals involved in assaulting young people during the Irreecha celebration in Finfinnee have been disclosed. According to the text, the …
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs Issues Statement on Red Sea and Blue Nile Issues
Tikvah 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…
- Man Flees Alamata to Escape Conscription Amid Renewed Fighting
Addis Fortune · Dawit Tadese, a 28-year-old man, was forced to flee his home in Alamata as fighting drew near the area. He escaped to Addis Ababa in early June to avoid being rounded …
- IMF Says Foreign Exchange Reforms Do Not Mean Opening Ethiopia's Capital Account
Addis Fortune · The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has clarified that Ethiopia's foreign exchange policy reforms do not constitute a full opening of the country's capital account. …
- Ato Dubale Abrare Appointed as Mayor of Dessie City
Tikvah 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 Held
Tikvah 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…
- Amhara Region Finalizes Directive to Establish Dedicated Education Fund
The Reporter · The Amhara regional government is finalizing a comprehensive directive to establish a dedicated regional education fund and foundation. According to Dr. Mulunesh Desie…
- Banks Agree to Fund Half a Billion Birr Renovation for Foreign Affairs Building
Addis 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…
- South Korea Plans $900 Billion Investment to Become Global AI Superpower
Tikvah Ethiopia · South Korea has announced an ambitious strategic plan to invest approximately $900 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, according to a report by Al Jaze…
- The Historical Journey and Evolution of Ethiopia's House of Peoples' Representatives
BBC 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…
- Irreecha Celebrations See Rising Costs for Attendees
Addis Fortune · Tens of thousands of people gathered at Meskel Square in Addis Ababa last week to celebrate the annual Irreecha thanksgiving festival. The cultural event was marked by…
- WFP Driver Killed in Air Strike on Aid Trucks in Sudan's South Kordofan
Addis Standard · A driver working for the World Food Programme (WFP) was killed in Sudan's South Kordofan state on Saturday following an air strike that targeted humanitarian vehicles.…
- Religious Disputes Escalate in Brazil's Presidential Campaign
BBC Tigrinya · The presidential election campaign in Brazil has triggered intense political and religious friction between incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and right-win…
- Yemeni Government Declares All-Out War Against Houthi Militants
BBC Amharic · The internationally recognized government of Yemen has officially declared an all-out war against the Houthi militants. This decision aims to liberate all territories …
- Churches in India's Maharashtra Require Consent Forms Amid Strict Anti-Conversion Law
BBC Afaan Oromoo · Some churches in Mumbai and surrounding areas in Maharashtra state, India, have begun asking worshippers to sign informal consent forms declaring they are attending se…
- 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 away
Tikvah 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…
- Mekelle residents describe the current situation
Tikvah 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 …
- Goh Betoch Bank Halts Mortgage Lending Due to Structural Liquidity Mismatches
The Reporter · Goh Betoch Bank, which operates as Ethiopia's sole specialized mortgage lender, has been forced to halt its long-term mortgage lending operations. The decision came af…
- Policy Recommendations Issued for Tigray's Interim Transition and Reconstruction
Jawar 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 Tigray
Jawar 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 Tigray
Jawar 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…
- Ethiopian Mobile Money Wallets Set to Link with PAPSS, Opening African Market Access
Capital Ethiopia · Ethiopia's non-bank mobile-money operators and payment-service providers are preparing to integrate with the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS). This ma…
- Ethiopian Tanneries Import Inputs from Chile, India, and Bangladesh
Capital Ethiopia · Ethiopia's leather industry is currently grappling with a critical shortage of raw materials alongside rapidly rising input costs. Despite the country boasting one of …
- 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…
- Alibaba Market Remains Out of Reach for Ethiopian Exporters
Capital Ethiopia · Ethiopian exporters have yet to meet the necessary requirements to access Alibaba's global e-commerce platform, according to a report by Samuel Abate. Local businesses…
- Mekelle Residents Report Widespread Looting of Government Offices Amid Telecom Outages
BBC Tigrinya · Residents of Mekelle, the capital of Tigray, reported widespread looting and destruction targeting government institutions, police stations, and the regional president…
- Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia, and Sudan Hold Summit Amid Regional Tensions with Ethiopia
BBC Afaan Oromoo · Leaders and officials from Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia, and Sudan gathered for a high-level summit in the northern Egyptian city of al-Alamein to discuss pressing regional…
- New Federal Government to Take Office as Executive Framework Heads to Parliament
The Reporter · Ethiopia's incoming federal government is preparing to officially begin its five-year administrative term on Monday. Ahead of this transition, a proposed structural fr…
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