October 24, 2023
Ethiopia: Students Raise Concern Over Prolonged University Closure in Amhara Region
Students enrolled at universities in the restive Amhara region have expressed concerns over the prolonged closure and lack of communication from their institutions regarding plans… Read more »
October 23, 2023
Ethiopia: Call for Urgent Malaria Relief Response in Western Oromia
Two local charity organizations Harmee International Charity Organization and Biiftuu Holistic Development Foundation, said the malaria epidemic in Western Oromia could worsen in… Read more »
October 21, 2023
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Authorities Discuss Release of U.S.$1.3 Billion Suspended Loan With Chinese Counterparts
Ethiopian Finance Minister Ahmed Shede led a delegation that recently held a crucial meeting with Wu Fulin, Chairman of the China Export-Import Bank. The objective of their… Read more »
Ethiopia: Organisation Calls On Ethiopia to Recognise Territorial Rights of Eritrean Afar People
The Eritrean Afar National Congress (EANC), a political organization representing the indigenous Afar people of Eritrea's northern coastal region, has called on the Ethiopian… Read more »
October 20, 2023
Ethiopia: Chinese Nationals Abducted By Gunmen in North Shoa Zone, Oromia Region
Gunmen who were identified by local residents as members of the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) have abducted Chinese nationals working for the East Cement Factory, which is found in… Read more »
Ethiopia: Characterisation of Abiy-Led Ethiopian Ruling Elites As 'Oromummaa Government'
Ethio-Amhara elites collectively characterize the Abiy-led Ethiopian government and Oromo liberation organizations, namely the OLF and the OLA, as the Oromummaa government. This is… Read more »
Ethiopia: Invasive Red-Billed Quelea Birds Endanger Crops in Amhara Region
The Ministry of Agriculture has announced that it will initiate the second phase of aerial pesticide spraying after receiving reports of red-billed quelea invasive birds spreading… Read more »
October 19, 2023
Ethiopia: Opposition OLF Says Govt Forces Killed Dozens in Warra Jarso and Jaldu, Oromia Region
In a statement released on Wednesday, the Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) said government forces have killed dozens of civilians in Warra Jarso district of North Shoa zone and Jaldu… Read more »
Ethiopia: Is Ethiopia's Education System Under a Serious Threat?
With nearly 30 million students at primary and secondary levels and over 130,000 students entering higher education annually, Ethiopia has been recognized over the past decades for… Read more »
October 18, 2023
Ethiopia: Govt Employees in Hadiya Zone On Strike Over Unpaid Salaries
Government employees in the East Badawacho district of the Hadiya Zone have been on a work stoppage since last week due to unpaid salaries for the past three months. This strike… Read more »
Ethiopia: Malaria Wreaks Havoc in Conflict-Hit Western Oromia
Ongoing malaria outbreak, in conflict ravaged Western Oromia, particularly in the West Wollega and Kellem Wollega zones, has already caused significant harm on human lives… Read more »
October 17, 2023
Ethiopia: Ethiopia to Make Available Draft Transitional Justice Policy for Public Review in a Month
The Ethiopian Ministry of Justice said the draft transitional justice policy would be made available for post-policy public review in November 2023. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, China Announce 'All-Weather Strategic Cooperation Partnership'
Ethiopia and China have announced the elevation of existing bilateral ties between the two countries to an "All Weather Strategic Cooperation Partnership". Read more »
Ethiopia: Deadly Conflict in Gurage Zone Leaves Four Dead, Dozens Injured
Four individuals lost their lives and several others were injured in a conflict that recently erupted in the Gurage Zone, specifically in Wolkite town, which is part of the newly… Read more »
October 16, 2023
Ethiopia: IMF Forecasts Ethiopia GDP to Grow At Lower Rate Compared to Govt Figures
Ethiopia's economic growth projections have been the subject of contrasting reports, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) projecting a lower growth rate compared to the… Read more »
Ethiopia: Privatisation of State-Owned Sugar Factories Progresses, Qualified Bidders to Be Revealed Soon
More than a year after the government issued the first invitation for investors to show their expression of interest, the privatization of eight state-owned sugar factories is… Read more »
East Africa: Ethiopia Plans to Earn U.S.$182 Million From Electric Power Export, Eyes Tanzania
Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) has announced plans to boost electric power export to neighboring countries and earn more revenue in the current fiscal year. Read more »
October 14, 2023
Ethiopia: 'A Population of 150 Million Can't Live in a Geographic Prison' - Prime Minister Abiy
In a televised speech addressed to Ethiopian law makers, and in what appears to be his first ever open comment on the issue of the Red sea, PM Abiy Ahmed said access to the port is… Read more »
Ethiopia: Fatal Car Crash in Tigray Claims Six Lives, Leaves 53 Students Injured
At least six people have tragically lost their lives and 53 others have been injured in a devastating car accident. The incident took place when a bus carrying students from… Read more »
October 13, 2023
Ethiopia: Human Right Panel Releases Final Report, Calls for International Vigilance On Ethiopia's Conflict
The International Commission of Human Rights Experts on Ethiopia (ICHIREE) released its final report today detailing human rights violations committed during the two-year conflict… Read more »
Ethiopia: IMF Indicates Progress in Talks On Assisting Ethiopia's Economic Programme
Following a mission led by Alvaro Piris, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced significant progress in discussions regarding potential support for the Ethiopian… Read more »
Ethiopia: Drone Attacks Coinciding With Irreechaa Result in a Dozen of Fatalities in West Oromia
Over 12 individuals were reportedly killed in two separate drone attacks conducted by government forces in the Horro Guduru Wollega Zone of the Oromia region. The attacks occurred… Read more »
October 12, 2023
Ethiopia: Diaspora Leaders Engage Us Lawmakers, Diplomats to Promote Peace and Transitional Justice in Ethiopia
Ethiopian diaspora leaders have met and discussed with selected members of the two houses of the US Senate and the Congress as well as the US Department of State on ways of… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Govt Strongly Criticises UN Adviser's Remarks On Current Situation
The Ethiopian government has strongly criticized a recent statement made by Alice Wairimu Nderitu, the Under-Secretary-General and Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Public Discourse Begins Before Government Ratifies Controversial Property Tax Law
Ever since Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed unveiled his administration's plan to introduce a property tax law more than a year ago, it has sparked growing anticipation among the public… Read more »