UN Reports Potential 500 Fatalities in Ethiopia Landslides Amid Ongoing Recovery

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Economy

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Economy

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FANO’s Organizational Structure Fuels Effective Struggle Strategies

July 20, 2024

The issue of Fano is a matter of great public interest. There are public declarations being made, public discussions taking place, and errors being

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July 20, 2024

Kios Man Abiy Ahmed has put forward a peace mediation proposal for Sudan, which brings to attention the unexpected elements and difficulties that are part

Economy

Ethiopia Needs Long-Term National Development Plan (Part Twenty, Timeline and Key Milestones)

July 19, 2024

Tsegaye Tegenu, PhD 2024-07-19 The long-term national development plan we are discussing has extensive components: six overarching goals, 38 fundamental pillars, 114 objectives and

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A New Approach for Lasting Peace in Sudan – OpEd

July 18, 2024

By Arlene Schar and Dr. David Leffler Despite ongoing efforts to resolve tensions and stabilize Sudan, longstanding divisive issues remain largely unresolved, and civil war

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Ethiopian Airlines to Launch Africa’s First Airbus A350-1000

July 17, 2024

Ethiopian Airlines (EA) has become Africa’s first airline customer of the A350-1000. The airline “upsized four of its A350-900 on order to the largest

Human Rights

Abiy Ahmed’s Colonel Jawar, a felon, sexually assaulted the Amhara youths

July 16, 2024

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Economy

Ethiopia Needs Long-Term National Development Plan (Part Nineteen, Operational Strategies)

July 16, 2024

Tsegaye Tegenu, PhD 2024-07-16 Part nineteen continues the discussion on the strategy component of the actionable steps in the long-term development plan. We are

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July 15, 2024

By Belayneh Abate Dear Religion and Culture Condemning Intellectuals, It is regrettable to watch and listen intellectuals like you establishing CAUSE and EFFECT relationship

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The Battle for Unity: The Real Struggle of the Amhara Fano vs. Diaspora Infighting

July 14, 2024

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Bloodthirsty Abiy Ahmed’s Statement ‘Creator has chosen me, don’t shake me’

July 14, 2024

Abiy Ahmed’s ruthless declaration, proclaiming his divine appointment and resolute stance, serves as a calculated maneuver to strengthen his control and credibility amidst the

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The Horn of Africa States: Digital Currencies and the Region

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July 2, 2024

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Healing Society’s Wounds: A Call for Normalcy

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June 27, 2024

ANALYSIS & OPINION

The Horn of Africa States: Unleashing the Potential of the Region’s Youthful Population

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The Horn of Africa States: A Better Leadership Is Possible

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Transitional Justice in Ethiopia: What is it and is it a Viable Solution?

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June 24, 2024

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The Horn of Africa States: Ethiopia’s Undiplomatic Faux Pas

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ANALYSIS & OPINION

Abiy Ahmed’s Lavish Palace Complex: A Symbol of Ethnic cleansing and genocide

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June 21, 2024

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Shifting from Moralization of Power to Containment: The Idea of Caretaker Government in Ethiopia

Messay Kebede June 21, 2024 The history of modern Ethiopia displays a series of consecutive failures that added up into increasing threats to the

June 21, 2024

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Where are Ethiopian Evangelical Churches in the midst of all these bloodsheds in the country?

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ANALYSIS & OPINION

The Horn of Africa States: The Misplaced Modus Operandi of Regional Foreign Policies

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June 20, 2024

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From Nobel Peace Prize to Civil War: The Captivating Saga of Ethiopia’s Leader

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Ethiopian Refugees Facing Escalating Risks in Sudan

July 13, 2024

Human Rights First Ethiopia, a domestic organization dedicated to upholding human rights, has made an immediate appeal for the safeguarding and transfer of Tigrayan refugees and former UN peacekeepers in eastern Sudan.

Human Rights·News

The Oromo Prosperity Party has found kidnapping to be a lucrative enterprise

July 11, 2024

Ethiopia Student Captives Still Detained Despite Global Outcry The act of abduction has evolved into a thriving business venture within the Oromo Prosperity Party. This criminal activity has seen a rise in

Human Rights

Appeal to stand for kidnapped students by Oromo radicals in Ethiopia

July 6, 2024

Humanity in practice means to be a voice for the voiceless and to stand for the protection of life against the tyranny of evil individuals, particularly from the abuse by armed governments,

Human Rights

Genocide in Amhara: Abiy Ahmed’s Army and the Tragedy Unfolding

July 3, 2024

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Ethiopian women played a crucial role in the Second Ethiopian-Italian War as freedom fighters, making significant contributions to the conflict.

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History

Exploring Kenya’s State Visit to the US: A Look Back at Historical Ties Since Haile Selassie’s 1960s Visit

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History

Remembering the Forgotten: Black Women’s Role in the Italo-Ethiopian War

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The Best of Aschalew Fetene’s Full Album 2024: A Compilation of Ethiopian Old Heritage Music

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June 29, 2024

Aschalew Fetene’s “Top Picks of 2024” represents a collection that honors the timeless Ethiopian musical legacy. This compilation is anticipated to feature a fusion

Ethiopian Cotton, Handspinning and Handweaving Tradition Continues

Art & Culture

December 30, 2022

The story of Ethiopian cotton is part of a greater cotton saga that covers the globe and reaches back into ancient times. A strong

Haile Gerima On the Need For African Filmmakers to Reflect on a Continent That ‘Lost Its Mind’

Art & Culture·Famous People

December 11, 2022

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Professor Asrat Woldeyes: A Concise Biography

May 20, 2024

By Ashu Wasie Professor Asrat Woldeyes was born in Addis Ababa on June 20, 1928. At the age of three, his family relocated to

Biography

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June 11, 2023

Daniel Kendie [P.hD] This article is about one of the most prominent leaders of Ethiopia – Menelik the Great – his life in Gondar

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April 1, 2023

Emahoy Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou, the composer and piano-playing nun who died this week at the age of 99, had an extraordinary life, which included being

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Celebrating Heritage: ESFNA 2024 Festival in Atlanta

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July 1, 2024

The Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America (ESFNA) Festival for 2024 has started. This annual event features soccer tournaments, cultural performances, and various activities

Sisay Lemma Makes History with First Boston Marathon Win

Sport

April 15, 2024

Ethiopia’s Sisay Lemma claimed victory in the men’s race at the Boston Marathon, crossing the finish line with a time of 2:06:17. Meanwhile, Hellen

Ethiopia’s Marathon Dynasty: Double Triumph at Paris Marathon

Sport

April 7, 2024

Mulugeta Uma and Mestawut Fikir emerged victorious in the Paris Marathon men’s and women’s races on Sunday, marking Ethiopia’s first double win in the