December 27, 2023
Ethiopia: From Spotlight to the Shadows: Ethiopia's Tourism Odyssey Hangs in the Balance
In the heart of East Africa, Ethiopia unfurls a mosaic of marvels recently thrust into the limelight by UNESCO's accolades, signaling a tourism renaissance. From the towering… Read more »
December 23, 2023
Ethiopia: Thousands of Displaced People in Amhara Grapple With Forced Return to Unstable Areas
Amidst ongoing conflict and violence, thousands of internally displaced persons (IDPs) who currently reside in the Amhara region face forced return to their native villages in the… Read more »
December 19, 2023
Somalia: Ethiopia Says Security Forces 'Completely Foil Planned Al-Shabaab Terrorist Attack' in Jigjiga, Various Cities in Somali State
Pictures released by the joint task forces show several weapons on display. Read more »
December 20, 2023
Ethiopia: Amhara Reveals Interception of 'Organized' Illicit Arms Trafficking Aiming to Destabilise Region
The Amhara Peace and Security Bureau has disclosed multiple interceptions of illegal arms trafficking, highlighting the region's proactive measures against the proliferation of… Read more »
Ethiopia: Displaced Individuals in Jara IDP Center Fear Uncertain Future Amidst Eviction Orders
A recent mandate from local authorities has brought distress to the thousands of individuals seeking shelter at the Jara Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) center in the Northern… Read more »
December 12, 2023
Ethiopia: Former State Minister Taye Dendea Arrested Over Alleged Terrorist Ties
Taye Dendea, the former State Minister for Peace, has been apprehended today by the Federal Security and Intelligence Task Force. Read more »
December 13, 2023
Ethiopia: Food Insecurity Deepens With Four Million At Risk of Emergency Hunger
In a recently released outlook report, the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET), a prominent authority on acute food insecurity, has issued a stark warning regarding… Read more »
Ethiopia: U.S., EU Reiterate Support for Algiers Agreement, Call for Peace Between Ethiopia and Eritrea
The US and the EU have called on Ethiopia and Eritrea to work together to implement the Algiers Agreement, a peace deal signed between the governments of the two countries in… Read more »
December 12, 2023
Ethiopia: Security Forces Arrest Taye Dendea, Former State Minister of Peace
In a statement sent to the media the Federal government's Security and Intelligence Task Force announced the arrest of the former state minister who was sacked by PM Abiy Ahmed… Read more »
December 11, 2023
Ethiopia: PM Abiy Ahmed Sacks Taye Dendea as State Minister of Peace
PM Abiy Ahmed has sacked Taye Dendea, state minister of Peace effective immediately in a letter issued on 11 December 2023. Read more »
Ethiopia: News - PM Abiy Ahmed Sacks Taye Dendea As State Minister of Peace
PM Abiy Ahmed has sacked Taye Dendea, state minister of Peace effective immediately in a letter issued on 11 December 2023. Read more »
December 07, 2023
Ethiopia: Commission Exposes Disturbing Human Rights Abuses Across Country
The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has issued a statement outlining severe human rights abuses affecting civilians in Ethiopia's Amhara, Benishangul Gumuz, and Oromia… Read more »
Ethiopia: Tigrayan Victims of Horrific Sexual Violence Turn to 'Holy Water' in Search of Healing
Throughout the two-year brutal war in the Tigray regional state, thousands of girls and women were subjected to extreme sexual violence including sexual slavery and gang rape… Read more »
December 05, 2023
Ethiopia: Oromo Community Coalition Urges Renewed Peace Talks for Resolution of Oromia Conflict
A coalition comprising 23 Oromo community organizations in the United States has issued an open letter, urging the recommencement of halted peace talks between the federal… Read more »
December 06, 2023
Ethiopia: Rights Group Urges Tigray Govt to Address Joblessness Among Former Security Personnel
Human Rights First Ethiopia, a local human rights group, has called on the Tigray regional government to take urgent measures to address the plight of hundreds of individuals of… Read more »
December 04, 2023
Ethiopia: Drone Strikes in Amhara Region Result in Loss of Civilian Lives, Infrastructure Damage
Last week, multiple districts in Amhara region were struck by renewed heavy artillery shelling and drone strike, resulting in the tragic loss of civilian lives and the destruction… Read more »
Ethiopia: AU Proposes Extension of Term Limits for Ceasefire Monitoring Mission
The African Union has proposed extending the term limits of the AU Monitoring, Verification, and Compliance Mission (AU-MVCM) by a year. Read more »
December 01, 2023
Ethiopia: 45 Believers Killed in Two Separate Attacks in Arsi and Kellem Wollega Zones, Oromia Region
45 people were killed in two separate violent attacks committed last week in Arsi and Kellem Wollega zones of the Oromia region. The attacks reportedly targeted believers,… Read more »
November 27, 2023
Ethiopia: National Movement of Amhara Calls for Peace Talks Amid Ongoing Conflict in Amhara Region
The National Movement of Amhara (NaMA) has issued an appeal to the government to engage in peace talks regarding the ongoing conflict in Amhara region between the federal… Read more »
November 25, 2023
Ethiopia: How Abiy's Rule Pushed Youths From the City to the Bush in Amhara and Oromia
The peace talks that began on 07 November, 2023 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania between the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) and the federal government of Ethiopia formally ended on 21… Read more »
Ethiopia: Armed Group Renews Commitment to Negotiation Amid Escalating Hostilities Across Oromia
The Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) through its spokesperson Odaa Tarbii expressed its "unwavering commitment" to peace and dialogue, and said "its door to negotiation is always open". Read more »
November 24, 2023
Ethiopia: Global Oromo Interfaith Council Urges Resumption of Peace Talks Amid Stalled Negotiations
The Global Oromo Interfaith Council (GOIC), representing Oromo religious institutions, has urged the Ethiopian government and the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) to resume peace… Read more »
November 22, 2023
Ethiopia: Clashes Disrupt Vital Medical Supplies in Amhara Region, Leaving Hospitals in Distress
The ongoing clashes in the Amhara region have resulted in detrimental consequences, particularly in the healthcare sector. Vital supply lines have been severely disrupted, leading… Read more »
Ethiopia: Tourism Industry, Local Economy Faces Major Setback With the Destruction of Aksum Airport During the Tigray War
The Aksum Airport, officially known as Emperor Yohannes IV Airport, used to be a vibrant and bustling hub for tourists, playing a crucial role in Ethiopia's flourishing tourism… Read more »
Ethiopia: Four Civilians Killed in Clashes Between Govt Forces and OLA in Sulula Fincha District of Oromia Region
Four civilians lost their lives during clashes between government forces and Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) in the Sulula Fincha district of the Horroo Guduruu Wallagga Zone on 20… Read more »