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.
- Addis Ababa City Transport Bureau Launches Terminal Improvement Plan
Addis Fortune · Addis Ababa City Transport Bureau officials, including Jemal Sefa, have announced an accelerated plan to improve the city's transport terminals. The initiative aims to…
- Hawi Feysa and Jacob Kiplimo return to defend Chicago Marathon titles
The Reporter · Ethiopian athlete Hawi Feysa and Jacob Kiplimo are set to return to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. They will be defending their titles against a competitive int…
- UK Threatens Visa Ban on Eritreans Over Refugee Returns
BBC Tigrinya · UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has warned that Britain will impose visa restrictions on Eritrean nationals unless the Eritrean government agrees to accept its citiz…
- What Modern Leaders Must Do to Survive the Hyper-Information Age
Capital Ethiopia · In this article, Gezahegn Anbelu discusses how the landscape of leadership and organizational management in Ethiopia has shifted due to the rapid flow of information. …
- Ethiopia showcases fashion heritage at BRICS+ Fashion Summit in MoscowCapital Ethiopia ·
Ethiopia participated in the fourth BRICS+ Fashion Summit held in Moscow from September 28 to 30. The event took place as a significant component of Moscow Fashion Wee…
- Ethiopia's Headline Inflation Rises to 14.9% in September
Tikvah Ethiopia · According to the Ethiopian Statistics Service, headline inflation for the month of Meskerem 2019 E.C. (September) reached 14.9%. This represents an increase compared t…
- Mulu Legesse’s 'I Carry' exhibition opens in Addis AbabaCapital Ethiopia ·
Artist Mulu Legesse has launched a solo art exhibition titled “I Carry – Je Porte, ሙሉ” at the Alliance Éthio-Française in Addis Ababa. The exhibition officially opened…
- Power supply fully restored at Addis West substationTikvah Ethiopia ·
Ethiopian Electric Utility announced that the power supply has been fully restored following the repair of a transformer failure at the Addis West substation. Power wa…
- Effective Altruism and the Global EconomyCapital Ethiopia ·
Alazar Kebede examines the contradiction within the global economy, where technological advancement and wealth exist alongside widespread poverty and lack of access to…
- Lives lost in attacks in Gambella cityTikvah Ethiopia ·
Lives have been lost following a series of attacks in Gambella city over the past two days. The Medical Director of Gambella Hospital, Dr. Mak Aujulu, confirmed that f…
- The Necessity of Managers and Leaders in Ethiopian OrganizationsCapital Ethiopia ·
Samson Worku Teshome explores the critical balance between management and leadership within Ethiopian professional settings. Citing Peter Drucker, the article distingu…
- US Arms Embargo Lift and Ongoing Tensions Between Ethiopia and EritreaBBC Amharic ·
The United States has lifted the long-standing arms embargo on Ethiopia, allowing the country to import and export defense materials and services for its security forc…
- Ethiopian Investment Holdings invests $250M in hospitality infrastructureAddis Fortune ·
Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH) is spearheading a $250 million investment in hospitality infrastructure as part of a broader development program. Recently, a 50 mi…
- Emergency food aid dispatched to drought-hit communities in Afar
Addis Standard · The Ethiopian government has begun distributing emergency food assistance to communities affected by drought in the Afar Region. This initiative targets vulnerable hou…
- Analysis: Why ENDF's Recent Victory is Vital for Ethiopia's Survival
Jawar Mohammed · This article analyzes the strategic importance of the Ethiopian National Defense Force's (ENDF) recent military success. The author argues that the ENDF's victory has …
- OLF states that Ethiopia must have sea accessBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) has declared that it is time for Ethiopia to secure access to the sea. OLF spokesperson Lammi Gemechu stated that this stance is roote…
- Ethiopian Prime Minister Announces Cabinet Reshuffle and AppointmentsAddis Fortune ·
Ethiopian Prime Minister announced significant cabinet changes, appointing Mohammed Idris as the Minister of Defence. This appointment marks the sixth defence minister…
- Houthi attacks force Saudi Arabia to reschedule international eventsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Following persistent Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabian airports, the Kingdom has been forced to cancel or reschedule major international events. These security th…
- Women Entrepreneurs Receive Egg Incubators in FuriThe Reporter ·
Four young women entrepreneurs in Furi, a sub-city of Sheger City, have received subsidized grid-tied egg incubators. This initiative aims to provide tangible economic…
- US Secretary of State Calls for De-escalation Between Ethiopia and EritreaBBC Tigrinya ·
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held discussions with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed regarding the escalating tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. Rubio urged…
- Investigation into the Murder of Yordanos Ambelu: Arrests of Guards and OthersTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Addis Ababa Police Commission has announced that investigations continue into the murder of Yordanos Ambelu, with suspect Eyob Endale in custody. The suspect was a…
- EU Special Representative Annette Weber Concludes Ethiopia VisitTikvah Ethiopia ·
Annette Weber, the EU Special Representative for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, has concluded her official visit to Ethiopia. During her stay, she engaged in disc…
- KEFI resumes operations at Tulu Kapi gold projectTikvah Ethiopia ·
KEFI Gold and Copper has announced the resumption of its gold mining project at Tulu Kapi in the Oromia region. The company had previously halted operations due to sec…
- US Secretary of State Holds Talks with PM Abiy AhmedTikvah Ethiopia ·
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone conversation with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. They discussed the escalating tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea, with S…
- Secretary Rubio urges de-escalation between Ethiopia and EritreaAddis Standard ·
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a telephone conversation with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed regarding regional stability in the Horn of Africa. Rubio em…
- Curfew and Movement Restrictions Imposed in Gambella CityTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Gambella Regional Police Commission has imposed a curfew and movement restrictions in Gambella city following months of escalating insecurity and killings of civil…
- Kenya confirms second Ebola virus caseCapital Ethiopia ·
The Kenyan Ministry of Health has officially confirmed a second case of the Ebola virus in the country. The patient is a 39-year-old male who is a close relative of th…
- Gambella Imposes Indefinite Curfew Following Deadly AttackAddis Standard ·
Gambella city has imposed an indefinite curfew and banned unauthorized firearms after a deadly overnight attack by unidentified individuals. Widespread power outages h…
- UAE-backed Beginnings Fund pledges $90 million for Ethiopian maternal healthcare.Capital Ethiopia ·
The Beginnings Fund, supported by the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity, has announced a five-year partnership with the Ethiopian government. The initiative in…
- Alu: From Dublin to Addis Ababa at Hager Fikir TheatreThe Reporter ·
The play 'Alu', originating from Dublin, has found a new stage at the historic Hager Fikir Theatre in Addis Ababa. The story centers on a minor misunderstanding that s…
- Sudan Sets Conditions for Dialogue with EthiopiaAddis Standard ·
The Sudanese government has expressed willingness to engage in dialogue with Ethiopia. However, Sudan has set a firm condition, stating that discussions are only possi…
- Ethiopia and Somaliland discuss defense cooperationAddis Standard ·
Brigadier General Nimcaan of the Somaliland army held a meeting with Ethiopian officials at the army's headquarters to discuss defense cooperation. The Ethiopian deleg…
- IMF Postpones Ethiopia's Extended Credit Facility Review to 2027The Reporter ·
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has rescheduled the sixth review of Ethiopia’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) to November. Following these discussions, the final…
- PM Abiy Ahmed held a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco RubioTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss bilateral, regional, and multilateral issues. The Prime Minister …
- Man arrested in Naqamte for producing counterfeit currency and forged documentsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
A man has been arrested in Naqamte city, Oromia region, for producing counterfeit Ethiopian currency and forged educational documents. Police seized 33,600 fake birr a…
- Regional Tensions and War Risks in the Horn of AfricaAddis Fortune ·
Geopolitical tensions are rising in the Horn of Africa, involving Ethiopia, Eritrea, Sudan, and Egypt. Key issues include Ethiopia's quest for sea access, Eritrea's se…
- Ethiopian Investment Holdings and Enterprise AccountabilityCapital Ethiopia ·
Solomon Zena's article argues that while the Ethiopian Investment Holdings' demand for higher productivity and accountability in state-owned enterprises is necessary, …
- Debate intensifies over GMO and gene-edited crops in EthiopiaCapital Ethiopia ·
Ethiopia is evaluating the adoption of genetically modified and gene-edited crops to enhance food security and combat climate change. However, environmental advocates …
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