Ethiopia: Religious Councils, Ola Condemn Killing of Civilians in East Arsi, Call for Swift Accountability

The Permanent Synod of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, the Inter-Religious Council of Ethiopia, and the Ethiopian Islamic Affairs Supreme Council have issued separate… Read more »

Ethiopia: Journalism Under Pressure - New Report Documents Escalating Threats to Media Freedom in Ethiopia

A report released in February this year warns that journalists in Ethiopia continue to operate in an increasingly hostile environment marked by physical danger, legal pressure, and… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopian Among 58 Injured in Iran Attacks On UAE

At least one Ethiopian national is among 58 people injured in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) following a series of Iranian missile and drone attacks that began on 28 February 2026,… Read more »

Somalia: Somaliland's Israel Deal Could Put Berbera Port At Risk

Somaliland says its recognition by Israel could be a boon for its Berbera port. But with missiles flying across the region, it could also be a target. Read more »

Ethiopia: PM Abiy Calls Kuwait Crown Prince, Condemns Iran Attack As Violation of Sovereignty

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has held a telephone conversation with Kuwait's Crown Prince, strongly condemning the recent Iranian attack and expressing Ethiopia's solidarity with… Read more »

Sudan: Sudan Government Alleges Drone Attacks Originated 'From Ethiopian Territory,' Warns of Action to Defend Sovereignty

Sudan has accused Ethiopian authorities of allowing drones to enter its airspace from Ethiopian territory and strike locations inside the country, warning of consequences and… Read more »

Ethiopia: Tigray Marks Adwa Anniversary Amid Renewed Political Tensions

Authorities in Tigray have commemorated the 130th anniversary of the historic Battle of Adwa, framing the occasion not only as a celebration of past triumph but also as a… Read more »

Ethiopia: President Taye Links Adwa Triumph to Advancing Ethiopia's Access to the Sea Agenda

President Taye Atske Selassie has declared that Ethiopia's pursuit of a reliable and sustainable access to the sea is "a living truth inseparable from the sovereign trust… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopian Airlines Extends Flight Suspensions to Several Middle East Destinations As Regional Airspace Closures Persist

Ethiopian Airlines has announced updated suspension of flights to and from multiple Middle East destinations due to ongoing airspace closures across the region, the airline said in… Read more »

Ethiopia: Coalition for Ethiopian Unity Urges End to Civilian Attacks, Media Closures

The Coalition for Ethiopian Unity has called for an immediate end to attacks on civilians and the closure of media outlets, warning that ongoing conflicts across several regions… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Earns $288.48m From Horticulture Exports in 7 Months, Amid Sector Bottlenecks

Ethiopia has generated $288.48 million from the export of more than 160,000 tons of horticultural products during the first seven months of the current Ethiopian fiscal year, the… Read more »

Ethiopia: Tigray Interim President Warns Current Dispute Could Trigger War, Endanger All of Ethiopia

A peaceful demonstration was held at the Baloni Stadium in Mekelle city protesting the recent decision by Ethiopia's House of Federation and the National Electoral Board of… Read more »

Ethiopia: INSA Warns of Widespread Whatsapp Cyberattacks Exploiting Seventh General Election

The Information Network Security Administration (INSA) has issued an urgent warning over what it described as a widespread cyberattack targeting WhatsApp users, with perpetrators… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Djibouti Agree to Deepen Cooperation At Doraleh Port Amid Shifting Red Sea Geopolitics

Ethiopia and Djibouti have agreed to strengthen cooperation aimed at improving the performance of the Doraleh Port, Ethiopia's primary maritime gateway, following discussions held… Read more »

Ethiopia: Shadows Over Tigray - Risks of Troop Buildup in Northern Ethiopia, Lessons of History Written in Blood

Recent reports indicate fresh troop concentrations near the Tigray region, raising serious concerns about the potential for renewed confrontation. This development should alarm… Read more »

Ethiopia: 'We Have Heard Nothing About Her - We Have Been Weeping for an Entire Year' - Family of Genet Arage

"We have received no information regarding the matter; we will investigate and provide updates" - EHRC Read more »

East Africa: The New Scramble for Horn of Africa - Global Powers' Expanding Footprint - Ethiopia's Maritime Ambition

The 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU), convened in Addis Abeba from 11 to 15 February 2026, occurred at a moment when… Read more »

Ethiopia: Over 1,000 Teachers Resign in Amhara Region, Many Reportedly Migrating to Arab States - Report

Around 1,020 teachers in three zones of the Amhara Region resigned during the 2025/26 academic year, with officials and educators attributing much of the exodus to migration to… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Azerbaijan Deepen Ties As PM Abiy Arrives in Baku On Official Visit

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed arrived in Azerbaijan late Wednesday for an official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries. Read more »

Ethiopia: Breaking - Fed. High Court Temporarily Suspends NEBE Announcement Removing Five Electoral Constituencies From Tigray Region Overnight

The Federal High Court has issued today 26 Februray 2026 a temporary injunction suspending the announcement by the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), which reflected the… Read more »

Ethiopia: News - HRW Condemns EMA Decision to Revoke Addis Standard License, Says Move Reflects Growing Repression of Press Freedom in Ethiopia

The Human Rights Watch (HRW) has condemned the Ethiopian government's decision to revoke the operating license of Addis Standard, warning that the move risks silencing one of the… Read more »

Ethiopia: Tigray Trade and Export Agency Says Fuel Supply to Region Completely Cut Off Since January

Addis Abeba -Tigray Trade and Export Agency The Tigray Trade and Export Agency has announced that fuel supply to the Tigray region has been completely suspended since January,… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopian Media Authority Revokes Addis Standard's Online Media Registration

Addis Abeba – The Ethiopian Media Authority (EMA) has announced the revocation of the online media registration certificate of Addis Standard, effective 24 February 2026,… Read more »

Ethiopia: Risk of Renewed Conflict Mounts As Troop Movements Reported Near Eritrea-Tigray Border--Bloomberg

Addis Abeba--Ethiopia and Eritrea are deploying troops and military equipment near the northern Tigray region, raising the risk of renewed conflict in the Horn of Africa, Bloomberg… Read more »

Ethiopia: TPLF At 51 - Legacy of Transformation, Contention

On 18 February, 2026, the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) marked its 51st anniversary against a backdrop of renewed political tension in Tigray. Few political entities have… Read more »