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.
- New leadership elected for Adigrat city
Tikvah Ethiopia · Residents of Adigrat city have elected a new city administration to serve for a period of six months. Engineer Negasi Tewolde was elected as the mayor of the city. Add…
- Nigeria Confirms First Ebola Case in Over a Decade
Birr Metrics · Nigeria has confirmed its first Ebola case in over a decade after a woman arriving from Uganda tested positive in Abuja. She is currently in isolation, while health au…
- Prominent Kenyan Oromo Scholar Professor Abdullahi Shongolo Passes Away
Addis Standard · Prominent Kenyan Oromo scholar and anthropologist Professor Abdullahi Shongolo has passed away. Cultural and historical researcher Jaatani Diida reported that Professo…
- Expert Highlights Role of International Cooperation in Enhancing Ethiopia's Audit Quality
ENA · Muhammed Dabo, a Senior Manager at the INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI), stated that international cooperation is essential for Ethiopia to enhance its public audi…
- The growing danger facing humanitarian workers in EthiopiaAddis Standard ·
Humanitarian workers in Ethiopia are facing severe dangers, including abductions, armed violence, and drone strikes, according to a commentary by Nigussie Tefera publi…
- IMF Plans to Increase Ethiopia's Quota Share
Addis Fortune · The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has proposed increasing Ethiopia's quota share to 451.1 million SDR, equivalent to approximately 613.5 million dollars. Quota sha…
- Ethiopia's debt crisis: Beyond financial aid
Capital Ethiopia · Ethiopia's ongoing debt crisis cannot be resolved solely through large-scale financing packages. While billion-dollar injections provide temporary relief for foreign c…
- Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Adjusts Forex Buying RatesAddis Fortune ·
The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) adjusted its foreign exchange buying rates upward throughout the past week. Starting from 160.23 Br on Wednesday, the bank increa…
- Ethiopian animation project wins two awards at Durban FilmMartCapital Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian animation project 'Sunday Morning' has secured two major awards at the 2026 Durban FilmMart. The recognition includes a production grant and an invitatio…
- US Midterms: Implications for Africa Policy
The Africa Report · The Democratic Party has a strong chance of regaining control of the US Congress in the upcoming November 3rd midterm elections, a shift that could significantly alter…
- Property Investment and EntrepreneurshipCapital Ethiopia ·
Alazar Kebede discusses the increasing challenges of starting a new business in the current economic climate. Rising costs, limited access to finance, and general econ…
- PM Abiy Ahmed gives details on Ethiopia's nuclear power plant project
BBC Afaan Oromoo · Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced that more than 30 potential sites for Ethiopia's nuclear power plant were initially identified, with that number now narrowed down …
- Eritrea Claims No Crisis Exists Between Ethiopia and EritreaAddis Standard ·
Eritrea's Ambassador to the United Nations, Sophia Tesfamariam, has stated that there is no crisis between Ethiopia and Eritrea. She delivered this message during disc…
- ECA Chief Urges African Countries to Prioritize Statistics in Development DecisionsENA ·
UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Executive Secretary Claver Gatete addressed the 10th Session of the Statistical Commission for Africa in Addis Ababa, urging na…
- President Taye Calls for Strengthened Data-Driven Policymaking Across AfricaENA ·
President Taye Atske-Selassie addressed the 10th Session of the Statistical Commission for Africa in Addis Ababa, emphasizing the need for reliable data to drive evide…
- Ethiopia Ranks 133rd in Global Rule of Law IndexCapital Ethiopia ·
According to the 2026 World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Index, Ethiopia has ranked 133rd out of 143 countries surveyed globally. The country's overall rule of la…
- El Niño Threatens Global Food Security Including EthiopiaAddis Fortune ·
The El Niño climate phenomenon, which recurs every two to seven years, is causing significant global concern. According to UNICEF estimates, over 347 million children …
- Global Energy Markets Face Continued Instability Through 2028Birr Metrics ·
The International Energy Agency (IEA) warns that global energy markets remain highly vulnerable due to the ongoing US-Iran conflict, with a return to normalcy unlikely…
- Egyptian analyst: GERD poses no threat to Egypt, calls for strategic cooperationENA ·
An Egyptian analyst stated that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) poses no threat to Egypt and is merely a development project. He criticized previous Egyptia…
- Ethiopia-UAE Trade Deficit Hits $3.2 Billion Over Five YearsBirr Metrics ·
Ethiopia recorded a $3.2 billion merchandise trade deficit with the United Arab Emirates between 2021 and 2025, according to the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integra…
- US FAA Clears Boeing 737 Max 10 for Passenger ServiceAddis Standard ·
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially approved Boeing’s 737 Max 10 for passenger service, marking a major milestone for the manufacturer. This re…
- Kenya plans tax cuts for low-income earnersCapital Ethiopia ·
The Kenyan government has drafted a bill to reduce income taxes for low-wage earners. President William Ruto stated that the initiative aims to alleviate the cost-of-l…
- Ethiopia’s coffee exports at risk from EU deforestation regulationsCapital Ethiopia ·
A new study by ODI Global warns that Ethiopia risks losing up to $453 million in coffee export revenue due to stringent new European Union environmental regulations. T…
- CAF Delegation Inspects Ethiopia's Readiness for 2028 AFCON Bid
The Reporter · A technical evaluation team from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has completed an intensive on-site assessment to verify Ethiopia's readiness to host the 2…
- Canadian firm Sun Peak Metals raises over 11 million CAD for Ethiopia & Saudi projectsAddis Standard ·
Canadian mineral exploration company Sun Peak Metals has successfully raised 11.4 million Canadian dollars (approximately $8.2 million USD) to support its ongoing proj…
- Paternity dispute leads to violence and deaths in SomaliaBBC Tigrinya ·
A paternity dispute between two families in Galkayo, Somalia, has escalated into violent clashes that resulted in 7 deaths and 21 injuries. A panel of Islamic scholars…
- IPCC talks collapse in Addis Ababa over report timeline and budget crisisCapital Ethiopia ·
A major international climate science meeting held in Addis Ababa has concluded without reaching an agreement on the timeline and budget for upcoming Intergovernmental…
- Zemen Bank prepares to support Small and Medium EnterprisesCapital Ethiopia ·
Zemen Bank has announced that it is making preparations to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). According to Ato Asrat Tadesse, the bank's Retail Banking Execu…
- Siinqee Bank Appoints New Acting CEOCapital Ethiopia ·
Siinqee Bank S.C. has appointed Getachew Deresa as its new acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Deresa previously served as the bank's Vice President of Banking Opera…
- Over 300 Killed in Drone Strikes Across Sudan and AbyeiBBC Tigrinya ·
Over 300 civilians have been killed in separate drone strikes in West Kordofan and the contested region of Abyei. On Sunday, a strike in West Kordofan killed 150 peopl…
- Over 64,000 Ethiopians Sent to Jordan on Fake Visas in 1.1 Billion Birr ScandalCapital Ethiopia ·
Federal prosecutors have filed formal corruption and money laundering charges against several individuals involved in a major fraud scheme. The accused include the for…
- Iran halts talks with USBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Iran has officially stated that it will not engage in any negotiations with the United States until its national interests and demands are met. This declaration comes …
- The Weakening of TPLF and Loss of Control in Tigray: A Political AnalysisBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The conflict in the Tigray region, which reignited in September 2019, has seen TPLF forces retreat from major cities, including Mekelle, without significant fighting. …
- Analysis of TPLF internal division and current military developmentsBBC Tigrinya ·
The Tigray region is currently experiencing intense political division and military maneuvering. Following the withdrawal of Tigrayan forces from Mekelle, the TPLF has…
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