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Ethiopia Effectively Boosts Job Creation through GLI, Says EEA
Addis Ababa, October 17, 2025 (ENA) -- Ethiopia is taking a leading role in Africa in creating substantial job opportunities while promoting environmental protection, due to its strong emphasis on the Green Legacy Initiative (GLI), according to...
Day of National Prayer, Fasting and Reconciliation, Lessons from South Africa and Ethiopia
Day of National Prayer, Fasting and Reconciliation, Lessons from South Africa and Ethiopia Amb. Emmanuel Mwamba Wrote; When I moved to South Africa as Zambia’s High Commissioner, I was shocked to learn of the in-fighting, polarisation and divisive...

Mutilated Justice: War Crimes and the Moral Collapse of Ethiopia’s Oromo-Led Government
By Caleb Ta. (Dr.) Independent Researcher in African Political Affairs; Human Rights Advocate October 18, 2025 Abstract The alleged mutilation of 19-year-old Fanit Balem Wasse, a female member of the Amhara Fano National Force (AFNF), by soldiers...

Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, Benin, and Ivory Coast Lead Africa’s Economic Renaissance
IMF Highlights Strategic Reforms and Infrastructure Investments Driving Growth Amid Global Challenges In a significant shift in Africa’s economic landscape, Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, Benin, and Ivory Coast have emerged as the continent’s...

Ethiopia: One woman's mission to protect Addis Ababa's abandoned dogs
In Addis Ababa, a young woman has made it her mission to protect thousands of abandoned dogs left to roam the streets of the Ethiopian capital. Feven Melese has set up a rare shelter on the outskirts of the city, where she provides food and a...

Armenian Ambassador Lauds Ethiopia's Transformative Economic Reform, Corridor Dev’t
Addis Ababa, October 18, 2025 (ENA)— Armenia’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Sahak Sargsyan, has commended the vision of the Ethiopian government and the leadership for carrying out a transformative economic reform and the Corridor Development project....

Animal Farm and the Struggle for Freedom, Democracy, and Human Rights in Ethiopia
Democracy, Rule of Law, and Human Rights in Ethiopia Introduction George Orwell’s “Animal Farm” is not simply a story about animals; it is a profound political allegory about how revolutions fail when ideals are corrupted by power. Written in...

Engaging in Consultation to Address Ethiopia’s Problems, Seek Solution Required from All Citizens: National Dialogue Chief Commissioner
Addis Ababa, October 18, 2025 (ENA)—Relentless efforts, collaboration and participation are required from all citizens to engage in discussion and seek durable solution to the major problems facing the country, Chief Commissioner of the National...

Unity in Shards: Ethiopia’s Three Decades of Ethnic Federalism
An experiment in ethnic sovereignty promised stability but has instead deepened division, violence, and fragility. Ethiopia’s present constitutional order traces its roots to a moment of extraordinary upheaval. The Tigray People’s Liberation Front...

Pakistani Companies Eager to Do Business, Investment in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, October 18, 2025 (ENA)—Pakistani companies have expressed strong interest to do business and invest their capital in Ethiopia, recognizing the significant market and investment potential of the country. A three-day Pakistan Africa...

Sof Omer Luxury Lodge Set to Advance Ethiopia’s Strategic Plan Reinforcing Tourism as Key Driver OF Economic Growth: PM Abiy
Addis Ababa, October 18, 2025 (ENA)—The Sof Omer Luxury Lodge, now nearing completion, is designed to advance Ethiopia’s Ten-Year Strategic Plan by positioning tourism as a key driver of economic growth, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed shared on social...

Somaliland President Heads to Addis Ababa for Security and Economic Talks
Ethiopia responds to Egyptian President following remarks against the GERD dam CAIRO, Oct 14, 2025 – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said his country is taking all necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and water security...

Abuakwa South MP to deliver keynote address at 5th FALAS continental conference in Addis Ababa
The Federation of African Law Students (FALAS) has announced that Dr Kingsley Agyemang, Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South and a member of Ghana’s Parliamentary Select Committee on Health, will serve as one of the guest speakers at the 5th...

Etihad Airways’s New daily service connects Abu Dhabi and Addis Ababa
Etihad Airways has launched new daily flights between Abu Dhabi and Addis Ababa, strengthening links between the UAE and Ethiopia while enhancing onward connectivity across Africa. The service marks Etihad’s debut into Ethiopia, reinforcing Abu...
Dr. Kingsley Agyemang to Deliver Keynote Address at the 5th FALAS Continental Conference in Addis Ababa
The Federation of African Law Students (FALAS) has announced that Hon. Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South and a member of Ghana’s Parliamentary Select Committee on Health, will serve as one of the Guest Speakers at the...
Ethiopia generates over 2.4 bln USD from exports in first quarter
ADDIS ABABA, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- Ethiopia earned 2.48 billion U.S. dollars in export revenue during the first quarter of the current Ethiopian fiscal year, which began on July 8, the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration said Tuesday. The...

Ethiopia on Transformative Journey to Realize Climate Resilient Economy: Minister
Addis Ababa, October 15, 2025 (ENA) -- Ethiopia has embarked on a transformative journey to realize a climate-resilient economy, demonstrating what is possible when political will aligns with practical action, Transport and Logistics Minister...

Addis Girls Skate: Female skateboarders defy gender norms in Ethiopia
In Addis Ababa, a group of female skateboarders is defying stereotypes and carving out space in a male-dominated sport. Known as Addis Girls Skate, the group uses skateboarding as more than recreation—it’s a tool for empowerment,...

When Stones Were Thrown at a Dream: Revisiting Ethiopia’s Stride Between Wonder and War
On September 28, 2024, I released an article that stirred the waters of Ethiopian political discourse far beyond its printed lines. Titled Between Wonder and War: Ethiopia’s Ambitions Clash with Reality, and published in the Ethiopian Reporter,...

Vocational Training Centers in Ethiopia
EDMONTON, Alberta — In Ethiopia, where nearly seven out of 10 people—approximately 68.7%—still live in multidimensional poverty, vocational training centers in Ethiopia have become a powerful tool for change. Institutions like the Ethiopian...