Ethiopia Striving to Build an Internationally Competitive Health Sector

Addis Ababa, October 8, 2025 (ENA) -- Ethiopia is working to establish a system that will enable it to build a health sector that is competitive not only in Africa but also internationally, House of People's Representatives (HPR) Industry and...

Somalia and Ethiopia Seek Common Ground as Jubaland Dispute Tests Regional Ties

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held a closed-door meeting in Addis Ababa on Sunday with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to discuss bilateral and regional issues, amid escalating tensions over the future of...

Ethiopia claims Eritrea is readying to ‘wage war’ against it

Ethiopia has accused Eritrea’s government of working with an opposition group based in Ethiopia’s northern Tigray region to prepare for a military offensive, underscoring concerns of renewed conflict in the region. Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister...

Palestinian journalist honored posthumously with prestigious award for courage amid Israeli genocide

The International Press Institute (IPI) has paid tribute to martyred Palestinian journalist Mariam Abu Dagga, honoring her and her colleagues worldwide, who risked their lives to reveal the truth from harshest frontlines. At its 75th-anniversary...

Ethiopian Airlines Cuts Athens–Addis Ababa Weekly Frequencies from October 27

From October 27, Ethiopian Airlines will reduce its nonstop service between Athens (ATH) and Addis Ababa (ADD) from six to four weekly flights, while introducing a new midday schedule aimed at improving connections. Flights will operate every...

Munja Group, HOP Flag off first-ever 1,600km EV road trip from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

The flag off event for road to Addis Ababa. The dream of a cleaner, greener Africa is set to take center stage this Sunday as Munja Group, in partnership with House of Procurement (HOP), flags off a historic 1,600-kilometre electric vehicle (EV)...

Ethiopia has struggled to build national unity: can its big ...

The formal launch of Ethiopia's Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam in September 2025 made news across the world. There was pomp and ceremony as Africa's largest hydroelectric dam was officially inaugurated after 14 years and US$5 billion worth of...

Egypt’s Expanding Footprint in Somalia

As Cairo’s influence in the Horn grows, Somaliland has a critical role in Egypt’s power struggle with Ethiopia Egypt’s widening military and political footprint in Somalia—and mounting signs of quiet maneuvering in Somaliland—signal a new phase in...

Ethiopia airport deal signals Trump’s Horn of Africa ambitions

The US backing of a multibillion-dollar airport project in Ethiopia signals Washington’s commitment to maintaining strong ties with a key ally in the Horn of Africa, despite Ethiopia’s internal challenges. The new airport marks President Donald...

Ethiopia to Launch AfCFTA Area Program

Addis Ababa, October 7, 2025 (ENA)—Ethiopia will officially launch the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) program to deepen economic integration and expand regional trade across Africa on October 9, 2025, the Ministry of Trade and...

Ethiopia's Quest for Sea Access Pressing Public Agenda Gaining Int’l Support: HPR Members

Addis Ababa, October 7, 2025 (ENA)—Ethiopia’s quest for sea access is a pressing public agenda that has been gaining international support and acceptance, members of the House of People's Representatives (HPR) told ENA. In an exclusive interview...

Ethiopia accuses Eritrea of 'actively' preparing for war

Ethiopian security forces patrol a street after the Ethiopian army took control of Hayk town of Amhara city from the rebel Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) in Ethiopia on December 16, 2021. [AFP] Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of joining...

Sustainable switch climate focus: Ethiopia’s dam causes disputes with Egypt

Water is back in focus as Ethiopia’s new dam causes fresh disputes with its neighbor Egypt over flooding, while residents of the Dutch-Caribbean asked its courts to order the Dutch state to accelerate its cuts to greenhouse emissions due to rising...

African SIDS Blue Economy Project Showcased at the Africa Blue Economy Week in Addis Ababa

The USD 9 million initiative, which will be implemented over a period of 3 and a half years, is designed to transform livelihoods and ecosystems across six island nations, namely Cabo Verde, Comoros, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritius, São Tomé and...

Ethiopia has struggled to build national unity: can its big new dam deliver it?

The formal launch of Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam in September 2025 made news across the world. There was pomp and ceremony as Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam was officially inaugurated after 14 years and US$5 billion worth of...

Ethiopia’s $8.3 Billion Export Surge: Real Gains, Political Spin

By LJDemissie October 7, 2025 Who speaks for Ethiopia’s economy? Left: Zemedeneh Negatu, an accountant—weaponized by three consecutive regimes and their state media as a proxy economist for over fifteen years, dating back to the era of Prime...

Ethiopia to construct first oil refinery with Chinese partner

Ethiopia is advancing plans to construct its first oil refinery as part of a major industrial project with Chinese energy services firm Golden Concord Group. Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said in statement on X dated Oct. 2 that GCL is...

Summary: Ethiopia 1-0 Guinea Bissau in Friendly Match

End of match The match ends with the final score of Ethiopia 1-0 Guinea Bissau, a great victory for the home team to take 3 very important points in this World Cup Qualifier, one goal was enough for them to come away with the victory in this great...

Addis Ababa Mayor Extends Best Wishes on Meskel-Demera Holiday

Addis Ababa, September 26, 2025 (ENA) -- Addis Ababa City Mayor Adanech Abiebie extended best wishes to Christian faithful on the celebration of Demera and Meskel, commemorating the finding of the True Cross. “Wishing everyone celebrating the...

Abandoned dogs in Ethiopia's capital get little care. One woman wants to change that

One young woman in Ethiopia is trying to support thousands of abandoned dogs on the streets of the capital, Addis Ababa. The 29-year-old has set up a shelter on the city’s outskirts to provide food and a place to stay. She also feeds hundreds of...