Boeing CEO says pilots of doomed Ethiopia jet did not ‘completely’ follow procedures as firm reveals previously undisclosed software glitch affecting 737 Max aircraftNews / April 30, 2019 Boeing exec Dennis Muilenburg took questions for the first time since accidents Lion Air crash on October 29 and Ethiopian Airlines crash on March 10 killed 346 Muilenburg insisted safety systems on 737 Max planes were properly designed Told reporters he has no intention of stepping down despite grounding of planes Said company has nearly finished … Boeing CEO says pilots of doomed Ethiopia jet did not ‘completely’ follow procedures as firm reveals previously undisclosed software glitch affecting 737 Max aircraft Read More »
Ethiopia to Extradite Double-Murder Suspect to the USNews / April 30, 2019 An Ethiopian official has revealed his country has finalized preparations to extradite a double-murder suspect to the U.S. BY ELIAS MESERET, Associated Press ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) — An Ethiopian official has revealed his country has finalized preparations to extradite a double-murder suspect to the U.S. either on Monday or Tuesday. The move to extradite 25-year-old … Ethiopia to Extradite Double-Murder Suspect to the US Read More »
“When you treat people like god for too long, they begin to think like god, they begin to behave like god.” -PLO LumumbaNews / April 28, 2019 “When you treat people like god for too long, they begin to think like god, they begin to behave like god.” -PLO Lumumba
The Impossible task of leading Ethiopia: let PM Abiy do his jobANALYSIS, OPINION & MORE / April 27, 2019 By Dr. Abdusebur Jemal Ever since he emerged as the new leader of Ethiopia, Dr. Abiy Ahmed has crafted a new style of leadership hitherto unknown to the ears, mind and heart of Ethiopians. Indeed, when you look at his achievements so far, it is remarkable both in terms of substance and style. Where as … The Impossible task of leading Ethiopia: let PM Abiy do his job Read More »
War of words escalates between the two legends of distance runningNews / April 26, 2019 War of words escalates between the two legends of distance running Sean Ingle Haile Gebrselassie has upped the ante in his extraordinary public row with Mo Farah by claiming that the British star “punched and kicked” a husband and wife during what he said was an unprovoked attack while Farah stayed at his hotel in … War of words escalates between the two legends of distance running Read More »
P R E S S R E L E A S E GREAT NEWS FROM ITALYNews / April 24, 2019 P R E S S R E L E A S E GREAT NEWS FROM ITALY It is to be recalled that a mausoleum was established in 2012 for the Italian Fascist criminal known as “the butcher of Ethiopia”, Rodolfo Graziani, at an Italian town called Affile within the Italian province called Lazio. It … P R E S S R E L E A S E GREAT NEWS FROM ITALY Read More »
Terrorism in Awassa and the Silence of the Federal GovernmentANALYSIS, OPINION & MORE / April 22, 2019 By Damo Gotamo It has been a year since Sidama extremists have been terrorizing the people of Awassa. Ethnic entrepreneurs who used to harass and intimidate non-Sidamas using only their positions in various government institutions before prime minster Abiye came to power are now openly terrorizing and physically attacking people of the city. They have … Terrorism in Awassa and the Silence of the Federal Government Read More »
After years of repression, Ethiopia’s media is free — and fanning the flames of ethnic tensionNews / April 22, 2019 By Paul Schemm April 21 at 6:00 AM ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — From a collection of modest offices in a half-empty high rise, one of Ethiopia’s most prominent journalists publishes his weekly paper with a staff of just four. The country has imprisoned U.S.-educated Eskinder Nega multiple times, most recently for six years. But under Prime Minister … After years of repression, Ethiopia’s media is free — and fanning the flames of ethnic tension Read More »
Addisu Arega Appointed Head of Oromo Democratic Party CC OfficeNews / April 18, 2019 Adiss Ababa April 18/2019 Addisu Arega is appointed Head of the Office of Central Committee of Oromo Democratic Party (ODP). He replaced Alemu Sime the former Head of the Office. Oromo Broadcasting Network (OBN) reported that Addisu had served as Rural Sector Cluster Head in the Office. In a related development, the House of People’s … Addisu Arega Appointed Head of Oromo Democratic Party CC Office Read More »
ISRAEL SENDS FIREFIGHTERS TO ASSIST IN ETHIOPIAN MOUNTAIN BLAZENews / April 14, 2019 The mountains are one of the country’s main tourist attractions and have faced blazes on and off over the last two weeks. Its national park is home to several rare animal species BY ILANIT CHERNICK APRIL 14, 2019 Israel has sent firefighters to help extinguish the large fires raging in Ethiopia’s Simien Mountains, the Foreign Ministry … ISRAEL SENDS FIREFIGHTERS TO ASSIST IN ETHIOPIAN MOUNTAIN BLAZE Read More »
Ethiopia in the last 12 months: change and challengesNews / April 11, 2019 by Solomon Hailemariam What is happening in Ethiopia is mesmerizing for all Ethiopians and now for Eritreans as well. History is in the making and unfolding. So many of us are absorbed by what is going on in Ethiopia. Some of my friends tell me that they have been having sleepless night since the advent … Ethiopia in the last 12 months: change and challenges Read More »
Awassa too Belongs to its Residents! ANALYSIS, OPINION & MORE / April 8, 2019 By Damo Gotamo The arbitrarily imposed ethnic federalism has affected the lives of millions of Ethiopians who live in different cities of the country. Ethnic animosities and divisions TPLF goons had planted in the country have been exploding like a time bomb in every corner of the country destroying the lives of millions of people … Awassa too Belongs to its Residents! Read More »