January 08
Eritrea: Ethiopia-Eritrea Tensions and Likely Scenarios
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January 05
Africa: Tigray Embraces Turkish Partnership for the Restoration of Africa's Oldest Mosque
The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) has extended an offer to the Tigray Tourism Bureau, proposing to spearhead the restoration of the Al-Nejashi Mosque, a… Read more »
Ethiopia: Op-Ed - Unveiling Ethiopia-Somaliland MOU and Its Implications
Analysis on how the MoU could signify a turning point in the region's domestic, geopolitical, and diplomatic landscape Read more »
Ethiopia: In-Depth - Ethiopia's Bond Bust: a Decade From Darling to Default
A decade ago, Ethiopia's debut on the international bond stage sparked a frenzy among investors with its inaugural $1 billion Eurobond issuance--a daring move with a 10-year… Read more »
January 04
Ethiopia: US Calls for Dialogue to De-Escalate Tensions Following Ethiopia-Somaliland MOU
The US State Department has called for diplomatic dialogue to de-escalate tensions in the Horn of Africa following a "historic" memorandum of understanding between Ethiopia and… Read more »
January 03
Ethiopia: 'In-Depth Assessment of Somaliland's Recognition Bid' By Ethiopia Part of MoU
In its first detailed and significant statement following the signing of "historic" Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Somaliland, the Ethiopian government said part of the MoU… Read more »
Ethiopia: IGAD 'Diligently Monitoring' Developments Between Ethiopia, Somalia - 'Recognizes the Potential Implications for Regional Stability'
The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu "expresses deep concern regarding recent developments" between Ethiopia and… Read more »
January 02
Somalia: Somalia Rejects Ethiopia-Somaliland MOU, Recalls Ambassador to Ethiopia
Somalia has rejected the MoU signed between Ethiopia and Somaliland granting Ethiopia access to the sea in return for international recognition for Somaliland. It has also recalled… Read more »
Ethiopia: Eight Killed, Another 10 Abducted As Civilians Return From St. Gabriel Celebration in Kulubi
At least eight civilians lost their lives in a massacre as they returned from the annual Saint Gabriel festival in Kulubi town on 28 December, 2023. Read more »
January 01
Somalia: Somaliland, Ethiopia Reach 'Historic' Agreement Over Access to Ports
Somaliland Ministry of Foreign Affairs has formally acknowledged that the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed late Monday afternoon between Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Tops ICG's List of Potential 2024 Conflict Zones
Addis Abeba- The International Crisis Group (ICG), in its annual projection of regions susceptible to heightened conflict, has pinpointed Ethiopia as a critical area of concern for… Read more »
Ethiopia: Manufacturing Makeover: With Introduction of New Policy, Govt Takes Steps to Fuel Industrial Growth
In a strategic push to revitalize its economic landscape, the government is on the brink of implementing a newly approved manufacturing policy. Read more »
Sudan: Sudan's Former PM Abdallah Hamdok, RSF Leader Set to Meet in Addis Abeba Today
Addis Abeba- Sudan's pro-civilian Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces (Taqaddum) led by its Chairman, former Prime Minister Abdallah Hamdok, is expected to meet with Mohamed… Read more »
Somalia: 'Historic' MOU With Somaliland Sees Ethiopia Secure Access to Sea, Diversify Seaport
Ethiopia signs historic MoU with Somaliland to "secure access to the sea and diversify its access to seaports." Read more »
December 29, 2023
Ethiopia: After Hundreds Die of Starvation in Ethiopia, Millions More Are in Grave Danger. Stop Denial and Declare a National Emergency Before Too Late!
Death by starvation has become a stark reality for hundreds of people in different parts of Ethiopia, especially in the Amhara and Tigray regions, where food production is severed… Read more »
Ethiopia: UN, Rights Group Urge Ethiopia to Adopt Victim-Centered Approach in Transitional Justice
The UN Human Rights Office and the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) have released a report urging the Ethiopian government to anchor its transitional justice policies in… Read more »
December 28, 2023
Egypt: Hail Egypt! As She Bids Farewell to the GERD Negotiations, Hail Egypt
"For you have remained silent for long-time, relief and deliverance for Ethiopian Sovereignty has arisen from another place, Egypt." Read more »
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 »
Ethiopia: U.S. Calls for Accountability in Assault Against Two AfDB Staff in Addis Abeba
The U.S. government has called for accountability in the assault against two international staff of the African Development Bank (AfDB) in Addis Abeba, forcing the bank to withdraw… Read more »
December 26, 2023
Ethiopia: Economic Turmoil, Instability Curtail Ethiopia's FDI Inflows: Ernst & Young Report
Amid global economic shifts and domestic instability, Ethiopia is contending with a marked decrease in foreign direct investment (FDI), as detailed in a new report by Ernst &… Read more »
December 23, 2023
Ethiopia: Higher Education Institutions Urged to Play Enhanced Role to Realize Ethiopia's Interest On Red Sea
Ethiopian higher education institutions have been urged to increase their role through diplomacy and awareness creation works to realize the country's strategic interest in the Red… Read more »
Ethiopia: Addis Abeba Civil Servants Stymied By Sudden Exam Cancellation
Thousands of civil servants under the Addis Abeba City Administration faced an unexpected hurdle as the evaluative assessment examination at Addis Ababa University and Kotebe… Read more »
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 »
Ethiopia: Legacy of Fierce Advocacy and Decency, Humanitarianism and Professional Eminence - a Tribute to Urge Dinagde
On the afternoon of 04 December 2023, approximately at 4:00 PM Melbourne time, Australia was confronted with somber news - the untimely passing of Urge Dinagde during a routine… 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 »