European Union special representatives visit Ethiopia

Annette Weber and João Cravinho, the European Union Special Representatives (EUSR) for the Horn of Africa and for the Sahel, respectively, visited Addis Ababa, Ethiopia this week. During their visit on Monday they held high-level discussions with...

Ethiopia concludes MoU with official creditor committee under G20 Common Framework

In a significant milestone for Ethiopia’s economic roadmap, the government has successfully concluded a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with its Official Creditor Committee under the G20 Common Framework. This pivotal agreement promises to...

A Chinese-run industrial park attempts an ambitious expansion in the heart of a changing nation in “Made In Ethiopia” on POV – July 14 at 10pm

When a massive Chinese industrial park lands in rural Ethiopia, a dusty farming town finds itself at the new frontier of globalization. The sprawling factory complex’s formidable Chinese director Motto now needs every bit of mettle and charm she...

Slovenia’s Opening of Embassy in Addis Strategic Commitment to Deeper Ties with Ethiopia, Africa: Ambassador

Addis Ababa, July 8, 2025 (ENA) - The opening of Slovenia's embassy in Addis Ababa is a symbol of strategic commitment to deeper political and economic ties with Ethiopia and the African continent, Slovenian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Kristina Radej...

Egypt vows to block Ethiopia’s Red Sea bid after El-Sisi talks with Hassan Sheikh

Cairo, July 8, 2025 – Egypt vowed to oppose Ethiopia’s push for Red Sea access and pledged to accelerate military support to Somalia, deepening a security alliance amid rising regional tensions. After talks with Somali President Hassan Sheikh...

Ethiopia’s Deputy PM Highlights power of Africa's Youth to Continent’s

Ethiopia Successfully Demonstrated its Position at BRICS Summit Focusing on its Nat’l Interests, Principle of Non-Interference

Addis Ababa, July 7, 2025 (ENA) -- Ethiopia has successfully demonstrated its position at the 17th BRICS Summit, emphasizing on its national interests and the principle of non-interference, Government Communication Service Minister, Legesse Tulu...

Ethiopia looks to natural gas to fuel its growth

Ethiopia says it will start exporting natural gas, part of a turnaround plan for an economy weighed down by shortage of foreign currency. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed told parliament on Thursday that his administration would begin its first-ever gas...

Ethiopian Airlines to launch direct Addis Ababa - Hanoi route

The return flight to Addis Ababa will depart the same day. This new route marks a significant milestone in strengthening air connectivity between Africa and Southeast Asia. It is expected to promote trade, tourism and people-to-people exchange...

EAC, IGAD unite to break barriers in cross-border digital payments

ADDIS ABABA: THE East African Community (EAC) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) have joined forces to accelerate regional financial integration through a five-day workshop focused on payment systems interoperability. The...

Ethiopia announces GERD project completion

(MENAFN) Ethiopia has declared that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), a massive hydropower project on the Blue Nile, has been completed after years of construction and disputes involving Egypt and Sudan, as stated by reports. The Prime...

Ethiopia completes controversial Nile dam, escalating dispute with Egypt

Egypt and Sudan have long worried Ethiopia’s mega-dam on the Blue Nile will impact their water supply. © Amanuel Sileshi, AFP Ethiopia’s prime minister said on Thursday the contested Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam on the Nile is complete, a key...

Ethiopia’s Vanishing Heritage: The Crisis in Archaeology and Cultural Preservation

How policy neglect threatens Ethiopia’s ancient cultural legacy Ethiopia is home to some of the world’s most ancient and rich cultural heritage, from towering obelisks to centuries-old manuscripts. Yet, while the need to study, protect, and manage...

Ethiopian Airlines to launch direct Addis Ababa–Hà Nội route this week

HÀ NỘI — Ethiopian Airlines, the national flag carrier of Ethiopia, will launch its first direct flight from Addis Ababa to Hà Nội on July 10, 2025, following approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Việt Nam. The return flight to Addis Ababa...

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-CHINESE MEDICAL TEAM-MEDICAL SUPPLIES-DONATION

(250703) -- ADDIS ABABA, July 3, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Liu Junying (L), head of the 25th batch of the Chinese medical team, poses for a photo with Eshetu Tadele, chief executive officer of Tirunesh-Beijing Hospital, at the handover ceremony on the...

Happy South Sudan Independence Day Anniversary 2025

By James Aniceto Batikayo I had the honor to attend the first peace talks in 2012 at Addis Ababa and the talks that culminated in the Revitalized Agreement on Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R. ARCSS) 2018. In this regard, I wish on this...

Ethiopia Keen to Further Strengthen Its Long-standing, Multifaceted Ties with Comoros: President Taye Atske Selassie

Addis Ababa, July 6, 2025 (ENA) --- Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie underscored that efforts will be made to further strengthen the long-standing and multifaceted relations between Ethiopia and Comoros. Today, Comoros celebrated 50th...

Ethiopia makes progress in expanding access to healthcare services

ADDIS ABABA, July 6 (Xinhua) -- The Ethiopian government has lauded "remarkable progress" in expanding access to healthcare services. Ethiopian Health Minister Mekdes Daba, addressing a public health-themed forum in Addis Ababa on Saturday,...

China and Ethiopia reaffirm alliance at meeting on sidelies of BRICS summit

At a meeting with his Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said the two countries are ready to work together to expand bilateral trade and investment and promote the sustainable development of the Addis-Ababa-Djibouti...

Ethiopia, INTERPOL Pledge Enhanced Crime Cooperation

Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie and INTERPOL President Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi have reaffirmed their commitment to intensify joint efforts against transnational crime following high-level talks in Addis Ababa. The meeting on Friday...