Federation of African Law Students continental conference opens at AU Headquarters, law students across Africa gather in Addis Ababa

FALAS Continental Conference opens at AU headquarters as law students across Africa gather in Addis Ababa

The annual continental conference of the Federation of African Law Students (FALAS) has officially opened at the African Union (AU) Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This year’s conference marks the 5th Anniversary of the Federation and is...

Ethiopia eyes yuan conversion to escape dollar pressure and strengthen ties with Beijing

The East African country is looking to convert some of the 5.38 billion it owes China into the East Asian country’s legal tender. The conversation was initiated by Eyob Tekalign, the governor of Ethiopia’s central bank in September when he visited...

Upland Rice Genotypes Show Blast Resistance in Ethiopia

In the rich tapestry of agricultural research, upland rice has emerged as a significant crop, notably in regions prone to adverse environmental conditions. The nuanced exploration of adult-plant resistance in upland rice genotypes against the...

Ethiopia - Global bribery offenses guide

What is the legal framework governing bribery in Ethiopia? The key piece of legislation governing bribery in Ethiopia is Corruption Crimes Proclamation No. 881/2015, which follows the general principles and guidelines applicable in the 2004...

Addis Ababa's Infrastructure Boom Boosts Mobility, Economy and Sustainability: AUSA

Addis Ababa, October 20, 2025 (ENA) - Rapid improvements in Addis Ababa's infrastructure and public services are transforming daily life, enhancing mobility, economic productivity, and environmental sustainability, benefiting beyond the capital to...

Ethiopia may host Russia-Africa 2026 summit, Russian Ambassador says

MOSCOW, October 20. /TASS/. Ethiopia may well become the floor to host the Russia - Africa summit in 2026 in view of its unique status of the political "capital" of Africa and mature infrastructure, Russian Ambassador in Addis Ababa Evgeny...

Ethiopia Reaffirms Commitment to Advancing Peace, Stability in Africa

Addis Ababa, October 20, 2025 (ENA) - Ethiopia has reaffirmed its firm commitment to advancing lasting peace and stability across Africa. The commitment was highlighted during the opening of the 17th edition of the international training on...

Ethiopia’s Finance Minister Meets with The Rockefeller Foundation’s Senior Vice President for Africa

Addis Ababa, October 20, 2025 (ENA) - Ethiopia’s Minister of Finance, Ahmed Shide, held a bilateral meeting with The Rockefeller Foundation’s Senior Vice President for Africa William Asiko and exchanged views on strengthening partnerships in...

Canadian jailed over Radios; faces up to 30 years in Ethiopia

Peter Pal Jola in an undated photo. (Courtesy: Nyarieni Pal) JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – A South Sudan-born Canadian man is facing a decades-long sentence—up to 30 years in an Ethiopian prison—after his arrest for carrying walkie-talkies or...

Ethiopia bondholders’ $1bln debt restructuring talks collapse

The $1 billion debt restructuring talks between the Ethiopian government and bondholders have collapsed, extending Addis Ababa’s absence from international financial markets. Ethiopia’s Finance ministry said the talks on the terms of a potential...

Indonesia Seeks Stronger Economic Ties with Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, October 20, 2025 (ENA) -Indonesia is committed to boosting its economic cooperation with Ethiopia, a commitment underscored by the new Indonesian Ambassador. Following the presentation of his credentials at the National Palace,...

Ethiopia’s mega dam wins U.S. backing for a technical fix amid tensions with Egypt

The United States has thrown its support behind a new technical initiative to address the long-running dispute between Ethiopia and Egypt over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), a massive hydropower project that has heightened regional...

Digital Birr: Ethiopia’s Leap Toward a Cashless Future or a New Chain of Control?

Ethiopia embraces central bank digital currency under its new National Bank Proclamation, aiming for transparency and financial inclusion — but concerns over privacy, control, and readiness persist. By Cherenet Daba The Dawn of Digital Money Money...

Kitchener, Ont., man may face serious prison time in Ethiopia for having Amazon walkie-talkies

Peter Pal Jola's daughter said he left Kitchener, Ont., for Ethiopia in March for a short trip to hand out supplies. Instead, the 67-year-old Canadian citizen never left the airport. “He wasn’t planning to go for long,” said Nyarieni Pal in an...

Ethiopia’s Finance Minister Calls for Enhanced Support for Countries Facing Debt, Climate Risks

Addis Ababa, October 19, 2025 (ENA) -- Ethiopia’s Finance Minister Ahmed Shide reiterated the need for a more responsive and inclusive global financial architecture that effectively addresses the priorities of developing and climate-vulnerable...

Ethiopia Land of Plenty, Enough for All when Seen through Eyes of Abundance: PM Abiy

Addis Ababa, October 19, 2025 (ENA) -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed emphasized that when we see through the eyes of abundance, we recognize that Ethiopia is a land of plenty and enough for all. “The finale of our visit with a high-level delegation of...

The Quest for Peace and Bread in Ethiopia

By: Sophonias A. Kassa Introduction: A Nation in Distress Once a beacon of African independence and resilience, Ethiopia now finds itself torn apart by internal conflict and economic despair. The dreams that accompanied the early years of reform...

5th PATDC, Made in Pakistan Exhibition witnesses remarkable progress in Addis Ababa

ISLAMABAD - The second day of the 5th Pakistan–Africa Trade Development Confer­ence (PATDC) and Made in Pakistan Exhibition witnessed remarkable progress at Millennium Hall, Addis Ababa, marked by dynamic B2B meet­ings, a high-level visit from the...

Ethiopia’s Debt Restructuring Crisis: Why Our Authorities Must Do More

Ethiopia is currently navigating a decisive phase in its economic development. Recently, the Ministry of Finance announced the unsuccessful conclusion of restricted negotiations with holders of its US$1 billion Eurobond notes due in December 2024....