May 27
Ethiopia: IGAD Election Observation Mission Arrives in Ethiopia Ahead of 7th General Election
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has announced the deployment of its Election Observation Mission (EOM) to Ethiopia ahead of the country's 7th General… Read more »
May 26
Ethiopia: U.S Ambassador Says Ethiopian No Longer Regional Airline, but Competitor On Global Stage
Ethiopian Airlines is no longer simply a regional airline but a competitor on the world stage, US Ambassador to Ethiopia, Ervin Massinga, said. Read more »
Ethiopia: Council of Ministers Approves, Refers Agreements and Bills On Wide Ranging Issues
The Council of Ministers passed today decisions on loan agreements spanning agriculture, energy, trade, and climate finance as well as wide ranging legislative frameworks. Read more »
Ethiopia: PM Abiy Calls On Ethiopians to Embrace Values of Sacrifice, Obedience, and Mutual Support On Eid Al-Adha
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has called on Ethiopians to embrace the values of sacrifice, obedience, and mutual support as Muslims celebrate the 1,447th Eid al-Adha (Arafa) holiday… Read more »
Ethiopia: Prime Minister Abiy Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Lafto Hospital in Addis Ababa
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Tuesday inaugurated the newly built Lafto Hospital, describing it as a major step toward transforming Ethiopia into a regional hub for advanced… Read more »
Ethiopia: Nationwide Youth Mobilization Reflects Rising Confidence Ahead of June 1 Vote
Young people across Ethiopia say their growing participation in the upcoming June 1, 2026 election reflects expanding civic space and increasing public confidence in the country's… Read more »
Ethiopia: Nation At Ballot Box - Ethiopia's Defining Democratic Moment
With only days remaining before Ethiopians head to the polls on June 1, 2026, the country is preparing for what many observers consider one of the most important elections in its… Read more »
Ethiopia: Hundreds of Thousands Rally Behind Prosperity Party in Final Nationwide Campaign Push
Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party has concluded a sweeping series of nationwide campaign rallies across major cities and regional towns ahead of the country's 7th General… Read more »
May 24
Ethiopia: Human Rights Consortium Praises Ethiopia's Digital Voting Reform As Electoral Participation Surges
Consortium of Ethiopian Human Rights Organizations (CEHRO) has praised the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) for introducing digital voter registration. Read more »
May 21
Ethiopia: Diplomats and Foreign Visitors Praise Addis Ababa's Rapid Transformation, Green Development
Diplomats and foreign visitors have praised the sweeping transformation of Addis Ababa, describing it as a modern, green, and fast-growing metropolis that is becoming increasingly… Read more »
May 20
Ethiopia: This Year's Ethiopian General Election Reflects Strong Public Participation, Democratic Maturity - Minister Enatalem
Ethiopia's Minister of Government Communication Service, Enatalem Melese said this year's general election demonstrated strong citizen participation and growing democratic maturity… Read more »
Ethiopia: Favorable Environment Created for Broad Public Participation in Seventh General Election - Ministry
The Ministry of Women and Social Affairs has announced that an enabling environment has been established to ensure the full participation of all segments of society in Ethiopia's… Read more »
Africa: Ethiopian Airlines Living Up to Its Motto 'The New Spirit of Africa,' Says British Envoy
A British envoy has praised Ethiopian Airlines for truly embodying its motto, "The New Spirit of Africa," pointing to the carrier's modern fleet, extensive global connectivity, and… Read more »
Ethiopia: Process of Upcoming Election Strengthens State Building - GCS' State Minister
The process of the forthcoming 7th General Election not only strengthens the foundation of state building but also serves as a practical exercise in building a democratic system,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Highlights Health Gains At 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva
79th World Health Assembly is underway in Geneva, with Ethiopia taking part through a delegation led by Health Minister Dr. Mekdes Daba. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Peace and Security
Ethiopia has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its longstanding contribution to regional peace and security, according to Chief of General Staff of the Ethiopian National… Read more »
May 19
East Africa: IGAD to Deploy Regional Election Observers for Ethiopia's June 1 Vote
IGAD is making preparations to observe Ethiopia's General Election scheduled to take place on June 1, 2026, according to Commander Abebe Muluneh, IGAD Peace and Security Division… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Civil Society Forum Ramps Up Efforts to Secure Credible Election
The Ethiopian Civil Society Organizations Forum (ECSF) affirmed that it has been intensifying its nationwide efforts to help ensure the seventh general election peaceful,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Finance Minister Urges Global Institutions to Rethink Financial Architecture, Adapt to Rising Shocks
Finance Minister Ahmed Shide has called for a fundamental rethinking of the global development and financial architecture, emphasizing that rising interconnected shocks require a… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Establishing Multi-Agency Platform to Counter Hate Speech, Disinformation
Ethiopia is establishing a National Multi-Agency Platform to counter hate speech and disinformation, marking a significant step toward strengthening social cohesion, safeguarding… Read more »
East Africa: High-Level Horn Inter-Elite Dialogue Establishes Permanent Platform for Building Regional Cooperation
The High-level Horn Inter-Elite Dialogue held in Jigjiga, Ethiopia, has declared the establishment of a permanent regional platform aimed at strengthening dialogue, coordination,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Regional Climate Outlook Forecasts Below Normal Rainfall Across Most Parts of Greater HOA
The June to September 2026 rainfall outlook indicates a high likelihood of below normal rainfall across most parts of the Greater Horn of Africa (HoA), according to the IGAD… Read more »
May 18
Ethiopia: PM Abiy Highlights Ethiopia's Push for Data Sovereignty, Policy Independence
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed underscored Ethiopia's growing strides toward data and statistical sovereignty during the national conference and exhibition held under the theme, "Data… Read more »
East Africa: Ethiopia Calls for Horn Nations to Take Greater Ownership of Regional Peace Efforts
Speaker of Ethiopia's House of People's Representatives (HPR) Tagesse Chafo has called on countries in the Horn of Africa to take greater ownership of their shared future and shift… Read more »
East Africa: Ethiopia Pushes Economic Integration As Pathway to Lasting Peace in the Horn of Africa
Ethiopia has renewed its call for deeper regional economic integration as a cornerstone for achieving lasting peace in the Horn of Africa, with Trade and Regional Integration… Read more »
