Artist Debebe Devotes His Life to Ethiopia, Art: DPM Temesgen

Addis Ababa, August 17, 2025 (ENA)-- Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh has shared his condolences on the death of renowned artist Debebe Eshetu, describing him as one of Ethiopia's most beloved cultural icons. In a tribute posted on social...

Our Roads, Our Ruin: The Self-Inflicted Crisis of Addis Ababa

Bezawit waits at the zebra crossing near Ayat, the green walk signal glowing above her. She steps forward, head high, walking fast. A Toyota swerves through the turn, missing her by less than a meter. She flinches, but keeps moving. “Almost...

The Essential Guide to Doing Business in Ethiopia: Risks, Opportunities, and Must-Have Resources

By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – Ethiopia, with its population of over 120 million and one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, is attracting increasing attention from foreign investors. The country’s strategic location in the Horn of Africa,...

Kenya’s Amon Kemboi, Ethiopia’s Melknat Wudu Sharew win Falmouth Road Race titles

Four the second year in a row, the men’s course record at the Falmouth Road Race has fallen. Amon Kemboi of Kenya completed the seven-mile course in 31 minutes, 12 seconds to dominate the men’s field and beat the record of 31:15, set in 2024 by...

Ethiopia: We Are Here To Resist, Strive and Purge

Resist. Strive. Purge. According to the Ethiopian ruling party’s self-assessment, since it came to power Seven (7) Years Ago, it has brought about tangible changes on Three (3) National Agendas, despite the fact that, over the Last Two (2) Years,...

Over half of Ethiopia’s...

More than 50% of Ethiopia’s adult population remains excluded from formal financial services, posing a significant challenge to the country’s economic development and social inclusion. Millions, particularly rural residents, have no access to...

Ethiopia Records World’s Sharpest Tax-to-GDP Ratio Decline in a Decade

Ethiopia has suffered the sharpest and sustained crumble in tax-to-GDP ratio recorded anywhere in the world over the past decade, a new government-backed study reveals. The joint report by the Ministry of Finance and the Institute for Fiscal...

Ethiopia Requests UN to Extend Landmine Clearance Deadline for Third Time

USD 31mln required for clearing work between 2026-7 Ethiopia has requested the UN to again extend a deadline to clear landmines left strewn by wars old and new, placing people at risk on more than 125 million hectares of land. Ethiopia acceded to...

Ethiopia Moves to Reset Off-Grid Solar Tariffs amid New Global Alliance Deal

Officials at the Ministry of Water and Energy are preparing to set new tariff rates for off-grid solar power in the coming months as the government attempts to strike a balance between investor returns and affordability. The announcement comes on...

Ethiopia Omits Advantageous Goods, Services from AfCTA Implementation Regulation

The Council of Ministers has ratified a regulation outlining the concession of duty tariff rates on goods for trade under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). The 419-page regulation approved last month appeared in the Negarit...

PSS launches Ethiopia’s first...

Premier Switch Solutions (PSS), in partnership with global payments leader MasterCard, has unveiled Ethiopia’s first locally verified, world-class online payment verification system, marking a new era in digital payment security for the country....

Ethiopia's famous fossils of Lucy, Selam to be displayed in Czech Republic

Addis Ababa: Ethiopia's famous hominid fossils, Lucy and Selam, have left for Central Europe for display in an upcoming exhibition on human origins in the Czech Republic. In a statement issued Friday, the Ethiopian Ministry of Tourism announced...

Ethiopia Holds Advantages in Terms of Solar Panel Manufacturing Sites Compared to Other Countries: PM Abiy

Addis Ababa, August 15, 2025 (ENA) -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed asserted that Ethiopia holds advantages over many other countries in terms of solar panel manufacturing sites. Today, the Prime Minister visited the Toyo Solar Power Plant, which has...

Envoy speaks at FPCCI’s meeting ‘Pakistan and Ethiopia face many similar challenges’

Addis Ababa City Administration Intensifies Efforts on Coders Initiative

Addis Ababa, August 13, 2025 (POA) – The Addis Ababa City Administration has announced that it is ramping up efforts to advance the Coders Initiative, aimed at equipping the city’s youth with competitive ICT skills. Awale Mohamed, Head of the...

Ethiopia, Botswana Deepen Bilateral Ties with Rooted Shared Values on African Unity & Multilateralism

Addis Ababa, August 15, 2025 (ENA) – Botswana and Ethiopia have been building strong bilateral ties, with both countries expressing renewed commitment to strengthening existing cooperation in key areas, including agriculture, aviation, trade, and...

Prime Minister Abiy Affirms that Wolaita Sodo Stands as Testimony to Building Greener Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, August 16, 2025 (ENA)— Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reaffirmed that Wolaita Sodo stands as a living testament to Ethiopia’s steadfast commitment to building a greener and more sustainable nation. “Wolaita Sodo stands as a testimony to...

International Solar Alliance Committed to Intensifying Ethiopia’s Solar Development

Addis Ababa, August 16, 2025 (ENA)— The International Solar Alliance (ISA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening support toward fulfilling the huge potential of solar development in Ethiopia. Commending the nation's macroeconomic reform...

Carlo Ratti Associati Presents New Cultural Center and Open-Air Stage in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Design for the Grand Fendika Cultural Center. Render by . Image © CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or...

Two Ancient Human Species Coexisted In Ethiopia 2.6 Million Years Ago, One Possibly Unknown

Last Updated:August 16, 2025, 23:37 IST Fossilized teeth found in Ethiopia show that two human ancestor species, including a possibly unknown one, lived there 2.6 million years ago. Fossilized teeth found in Ethiopia's Afar region.A decades-long...