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.
- NBE Clarifies Regulations on Foreign Investment Flows
Addis Fortune · Economic policy director Anteneh Geremew has detailed Ethiopia's new approach to investment capital flows. Foreign direct investment (FDI) is now classified as long-te…
- Administrative and Fiscal Challenges in South Ethiopia Regional State
Addis Standard · Tesfaye Beljige, President of the South Ethiopia Regional State, faces significant systemic hurdles following the dissolution of the SNNPR. Analyst Tesfatsion Dominiko…
- Opposition Parties React to PM Abiy's Speech and the Tigray Conflict
BBC Tigrinya · Opposition political parties in Ethiopia have expressed varying reactions to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's recent address and his government's stance on the conflict in …
- PM Abiy Ahmed Announces Key Cabinet Appointments
The Reporter · Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced significant changes to his cabinet by filling four key government positions. Alemtsehay Paulos has been appointed as the new Mi…
- Sudan’s al-Burhan inspects army division near Ethiopia, Eritrea bordersAddis Standard ·
Sudan’s army chief and Transitional Sovereignty Council chairman, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, visited the 11th Infantry Division of the Sudanese Armed Forces on We…
- Young man treks over 250km on foot to attend Irreecha festivalBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Ifaa Baqqalaa, a young man from the Danno district of the Oromia region, trekked over 250 kilometers on foot to attend the Irreecha festival in Finfinnee. Starting his…
- The Pretoria Agreement Collapse and Resumption of Northern Ethiopia ConflictBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The Pretoria Agreement, aimed at ending the two-year war in Northern Ethiopia, has officially collapsed. Tensions between the Ethiopian federal government and the TPLF…
- Ethiopia Conflict: Regional Tensions and Peace CallsAddis Fortune ·
Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, Chief of General Staff, has accused Eritrea of supporting TPLF forces and alleged that Sudan and Egypt are involved in the conflict, claims…
- Ethiopian Parliament Approves New Cabinet MinistersThe Reporter ·
The House of Peoples’ Representatives of Ethiopia has unanimously approved 22 ministerial nominees submitted by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. This decision formally estab…
- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Announces New Appointments
Tikvah Ethiopia · Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced a series of new high-level government appointments. Adem Farah has been appointed as the Coordinator of Democratic System Build…
- Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan Activate Mutual Defense PactAddis Standard ·
Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan have activated their Mecca Defense Alliance following Houthi attacks on Saudi territory. The conflict escalated on October 7 when st…
- Ethiopia Demands Withdrawal of Eritrean Troops from Its TerritoryBBC Tigrinya ·
The Ethiopian government has formally demanded the immediate withdrawal of Eritrean troops, accusing them of crossing the border into the Tigray region. This escalatio…
- Ethiopian Airlines Cargo Revenue and Boeing Fleet Reliance GrowAddis Fortune ·
Ethiopian Airlines reported a significant performance milestone in the 2025/26 financial year, transporting 897,000 tons of cargo. This cargo segment now contributes a…
- Aderra Returns to Defend Title at Istanbul MarathonThe Reporter ·
Ethiopian athlete Aderra is set to return to the Istanbul Marathon on November 1st to defend his title. The marathon is known for its challenging course, particularly …
- Cabinet reshuffle implemented in Ethiopia
Jawar Mohammed · The Ethiopian government has conducted a cabinet reshuffle today, removing several high-ranking officials accused of corruption. Observers and the business community e…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Presents New Cabinet Nominees to Parliament
Capital Ethiopia · Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially presented a list of new cabinet nominees to the House of Peoples' Representatives. The proposed appointments include key posit…
- Temesgen Tiruneh Appointed as Deputy Prime Minister of EthiopiaTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has officially appointed Temesgen Tiruneh as the new Deputy Prime Minister. This appointment marks a significant shift with…
- Expert Advises on Foreign Investment and Oversight in EthiopiaAddis Fortune ·
Yisehak Teka, a former National Bank of Ethiopia official, has weighed in on the potential impact of opening the country to foreign investors. He noted that while fore…
- Frehiwot Tamiru Nominated as Minister of Innovation and TechnologyCapital Ethiopia ·
Frehiwot Tamiru, the long-serving CEO of Ethio Telecom, has been nominated to serve as the Minister of Innovation and Technology. She has held a prominent leadership r…
- Dr. Aklilu Tadesse nominated as Minister of Youth and SportTikvah Ethiopia ·
Dr. Aklilu Tadesse has been nominated for the position of Minister of Youth and Sport. This nomination is part of ongoing administrative adjustments within the governm…
- Dr. Eng. Sultan Welle Nominated as Minister of Irrigation and LowlandsTikvah Ethiopia ·
Dr. Engineer Sultan Welle has been officially nominated for the position of Minister of Irrigation and Lowlands. The nomination is part of recent government cabinet ad…
- Engineer Mohammed Abdurahman Nominated as Minister of Urban and InfrastructureTikvah Ethiopia ·
Engineer Mohammed Abdurahman has been officially nominated for the position of Minister of Urban and Infrastructure Development. This nomination comes as part of the o…
- Ms. Shewit Shanka Nominated as Minister of Women and Social AffairsTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially nominated Ms. Shewit Shanka to serve as the new Minister of Women and Social Affairs. The nomination was announced today, mark…
- Sadat Nesh nominated as Minister of Logistics by PM Abiy AhmedTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially nominated Mr. Sadat Nesh to serve as the Minister of Logistics. This nomination marks a new development in the current governm…
- Dr. Fitsum Assefa Nominated as Minister of FinanceCapital Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has nominated Dr. Fitsum Assefa as the new Minister of Finance. Dr. Assefa previously served as the Minister of Planning and Development for …
- Ms. Alemsehay Paulos Nominated as Minister of MiningTikvah Ethiopia ·
Ms. Alemsehay Paulos has been officially nominated for the position of Minister of Mining. This nomination comes as part of recent administrative adjustments within th…
- Bereket Fisehatsion nominated as Minister of National StrategyTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially nominated Bereket Fisehatsion for the position of Minister of National Strategy. This nomination represents a significant chan…
- PM Abiy Ahmed nominates Ms. Aynalem Nigussie as Minister of RevenueTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has nominated Ms. Aynalem Nigussie to serve as the new Minister of Revenue. This nomination has been submitted to the legislative body for of…
- Ato Awelu Abdi nominated as Minister of Labor and SkillsTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has nominated Ato Awelu Abdi to serve as the Minister of Labor and Skills. This nomination is part of the government's ongoing cabinet restru…
- Dr. Mekdes Daba nominated as Minister of Health by PM Abiy AhmedTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially nominated Dr. Mekdes Daba for the position of Minister of Health. The nomination was announced today, marking a significant ch…
- Dr. Engineer Habtamu Itefa Nominated as Minister of Water and EnergyTikvah Ethiopia ·
Dr. Engineer Habtamu Itefa has been nominated for the position of Minister of Water and Energy. This nomination marks a significant development in the Ethiopian cabine…
- Dr. Fisseha Yitagesu nominated as Minister of IndustryTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed has nominated Dr. Fisseha Yitagesu as the new Minister of Industry. This nomination is part of the government's efforts to strengthen the…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Nominated Yasmin Wohabrebbi as Minister of Trade and Regional IntegrationTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially nominated Yasmin Wohabrebbi for the position of Minister of Trade and Regional Integration. The nomination is part of recent e…
- Hana Arayaselassie Nominated as Minister of JusticeTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has nominated Ms. Hana Arayaselassie as the new Minister of Justice for Ethiopia. This announcement marks a significant change in the leaders…
- Professor Berhanu Nega nominated for reappointment as Minister of EducationTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially nominated Professor Berhanu Nega to be reappointed as the Minister of Education. Professor Berhanu Nega previously held the sa…
- Ato Mohammed Idris Nominated as Defense MinisterTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed has officially nominated Ato Mohammed Idris to serve as the new Minister of National Defense for Ethiopia. The nomination follows standar…
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