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 Administration announces measures to curb rising living costs
Birr Metrics · The Addis Ababa City Administration has allocated an additional 500 million birr in revolving funds to consumer cooperatives to combat rising prices for essential good…
- Traditional Land Management in Konso and Nature Conservation
The Reporter · The traditional landscape management systems found in Konso, located approximately 600 kilometers south of Addis Ababa, serve as a historical testament to long-standin…
- The Rumors of North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un's Death and Reality
BBC Afaan Oromoo · Recent rumors claiming that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un had died due to a brain hemorrhage have been debunked. A US-based activist with ties to China spread the cl…
- UAE conducts first drone strike against Al-Shabaab in Somalia in nearly a year
Addis Standard · The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has conducted its first reported drone strike against Al-Shabaab militants in nearly a year. The operation targeted insurgent positions …
- Lagos' Night Economy: Insights and Challenges
The Africa Report · Lagos, Nigeria, boasts a vibrant night economy that extends far beyond entertainment venues to include logistics, payments, and hospitality. Estimates suggest the city…
- Yapi Merkezi Lawsuit Narrowed to Ethiopian Railway Corporation
Addis Fortune · The lawsuit filed by construction firm Yapi Merkezi against the Ethiopian ministries of Transport & Logistics and Finance, as well as the Ethiopian Railway Corporation…
- US orders partial embassy withdrawal from Saudi Arabia following Houthi attacksBBC Tigrinya ·
The US State Department has ordered non-essential government personnel and their families to leave Saudi Arabia following a surge in drone and missile attacks by Houth…
- 65 Ethiopians Rescued in Nairobi, Three Kenyans ArrestedAddis Standard ·
Kenyan police have rescued 65 Ethiopians found in a severely emaciated and physically weak state inside a residential house in Nairobi’s Mihang’o area. According to re…
- Inside Ukraine's covert intelligence network operating within RussiaBBC Tigrinya ·
A new BBC documentary reveals the operations of Ukrainian intelligence agents and saboteurs working within Russian territory. Individuals identified as Ivan and Foma, …
- Arsenal's Eberechi Eze facing form strugglesBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Arsenal midfielder Eberechi Eze is currently struggling to regain the form that made him a key player at Crystal Palace. Despite being in the starting lineup for the r…
- Over 74,000 People in Wag Hemra's Ziquala District Require Urgent Humanitarian Aid
Tikvah Ethiopia · The Ziquala district of the Wag Hemra Zone has announced that over 74,000 residents are in urgent need of food assistance due to a severe El Niño-induced drought. Dist…
- Digital Trade and Africa’s AI-Powered FutureThe Reporter ·
The rapid growth of digital trade is significantly reshaping the global economic landscape. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a critical driver for innovatio…
- Ethiopia initiates lead exposure monitoring as 35% of children face health risks
Capital Ethiopia · A recent report indicates that approximately 35 percent of children in Ethiopia possess elevated levels of lead in their blood. This finding has triggered urgent deman…
- Horticulture sector generates over half a billion dollars annuallyCapital Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Horticulture Producer and Exporter Association announced that the horticulture sector is generating over half a billion dollars in annual revenue. Vice P…
- Tigray University Teachers Face Months of Unpaid SalariesTikvah Ethiopia ·
Teachers at public universities in the Tigray region have gone for months without receiving their salaries, causing severe economic hardship for them and their familie…
- Donald Trump Escalates Attacks and Legal Threats Against Ilhan OmarTikvah Ethiopia ·
US President Donald Trump has launched a fierce verbal and legal campaign against Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar. Trump alleged that federal investigations are u…
- Inter-Religious Council Reaffirms Commitment to National Unity and Peace
ENA · Representatives from four of the five religious institutions comprising the Inter-Religious Council of Ethiopia held a joint media briefing to reaffirm their commitmen…
- Court orders suspects to remain in custody for murder of young woman in SwedenBBC Tigrinya ·
Following the murder of 24-year-old Saba Tsehay Abraham last Friday, October 16, 2026, in southern Stockholm, Sweden, court authorities have ordered that two suspects,…
- Gambella City Administration orders employees to return to workTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Gambella City Administration has ordered all leaders and employees to return to their regular duties starting tomorrow, October 12, 2019 E.C. Regular operations in…
- The State of Meat and Milk Consumption in EthiopiaThe Reporter ·
Although Ethiopia possesses abundant livestock resources, its per capita meat and milk consumption remains significantly low. Over 50 million people rely on the livest…
- Gambella regional police arrest suspects, including four officers, over deadly security breach.Addis Standard ·
The Gambella Regional Police Commission announced the arrest of several suspects accused of coordinating and participating in recent violent attacks within Gambella ci…
- Funeral rites for His Holiness Abune Lukas are underwayTikvah Ethiopia ·
The funeral rites for His Holiness Abune Lukas are currently being held at the Menbere Patriarchate Kidiste Kidusan Mariam Monastery, where prayers and rites are being…
- Kacha and Mastercard Sign Five-Year Strategic PartnershipAddis Fortune ·
Kacha Digital Financial Service S.C. has signed a five-year strategic partnership agreement with Mastercard. The deal allows Kacha to issue payment cards directly to i…
- PM Abiy Appoints Another Senior Army Officer to Police LeadershipAddis Standard ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has appointed another senior military officer to a leadership position within the police force. This move is consistent with recent trends of…
- A brief look at the history of the Ethiopian parliamentary oppositionAddis Fortune ·
The text reviews the historical participation of opposition parties in the Ethiopian Parliament. In 2005, the opposition held 31 percent of parliamentary seats, fallin…
- Ethiopia’s Rule of Law Ranking Drops Further in Global IndexAddis Standard ·
Ethiopia’s rule of law performance has continued to decline, according to the 2026 World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Index. The country is now ranked 133rd out o…
- WHO Delivers 71 Tonnes of Medical Supplies to Northern EthiopiaCapital Ethiopia ·
The World Health Organization (WHO) has delivered over 71 metric tonnes of essential medical supplies to conflict-affected areas across the Tigray, Amhara, and Afar re…
- Ethiopia Reaches Deal with Bondholders on Debt RepaymentAddis Fortune ·
Ethiopia has reached an agreement to pay 99.375 million dollars to cover three missed interest payments on its international bonds. The deal includes a 0.5 percent con…
- 12th Tana Forum to be Held in Bahir DarENA ·
The 12th Tana Forum is scheduled to take place in Bahir Dar from October 23 to 25, 2026, under the theme "Pathways to Peace in Africa: Economic Sovereignty and Geopoli…
- Eritrea tells US there is no 'crisis' between Ethiopia and EritreaAddis Standard ·
The Eritrean government has responded to inquiries regarding its relations with Ethiopia, stating that there is no 'crisis' between the two nations. In a statement add…
- Boran Culture and History Scholar Dr. Abdullahi Shonqolo Passes AwayBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Dr. Abdullahi Shonqolo, a prominent researcher in Boran culture, history, and anthropology, has passed away at the age of 68. Born in Moyale in 1958, he pursued higher…
- Funding Shortfalls Threaten Health Services in Amhara RegionAddis Standard ·
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has warned that funding shortages are threatening essential health and nutrition services in Ethiopia…
- The Impact and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in Higher EducationCapital Ethiopia ·
The impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on higher education institutions is becoming a significant topic of discussion. Dr. Mola Tsegaye, President of Admas Univers…
- Sudan's al-Burhan Faces Criticism Over Silence on Egypt AirstrikeThe Reporter ·
General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the head of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), is facing significant domestic criticism for his silence regarding a deadly airstrike in J…
- General Tadesse Worede's revelations spark questions on TPLF's Mekelle retreat
Jawar Mohammed · General Tadesse Worede, a senior military leader of the TPLF, has raised critical questions regarding the circumstances surrounding the TPLF's retreat from Mekelle and…
- Archbishop of Setit Humera Diocese, Abune Lukas, has passed awayTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Holy Synod Office has announced the passing of His Grace Abune Lukas, the Archbishop of the Setit Humera Diocese, on Tikimt 11, 2019 E.C. His funeral prayers are s…
- Lt. Gen. Belay Seyoum Appointed Deputy Commissioner General of Federal PoliceTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has appointed Lt. Gen. Belay Seyoum as the Deputy Commissioner General of the Ethiopian Federal Police and Commander of the Crime Prevention …
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