Every two minutes, a woman dies from cervical cancer, despite the existence of effective tools, like vaccinating against the major cause of HPV to prevent the majority of cases and eventually eliminate this disease. However, the adoption of a one-dose HPV vaccine schedule, recommended by the WHO, pushes progress, with 37 countries already adopting or intending to adopt […]
Addis Abeba — Earlier this week, violent confrontations occurred in Raya Alamata, situated in the South Tigray Zone currently under the control of Amhara forces. Accusations have been exchanged by both parties regarding the provocation, further escalating tensions in the vicinity. In a statement released earlier today, the Amhara regional administration vehemently criticized the recent […]
Geneva/New York — More than 1.2 million cholera rapid diagnostic tests will be shipped to 14 countries in largest-ever global deployment, with the first shipment landing today in Malawi. This first official deployment of tests through Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, will improve timely detection and monitoring of outbreaks, effectiveness of vaccination campaigns in response to […]
MR TEK: Hi, good morning everybody. Welcome to today’s call previewing Secretary Blinken’s travel to Niger and Ethiopia. Just as a reminder, today’s call is on the record and embargoed until its conclusion. And joining us today is Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee. I’ll now turn the floor over to Assistant […]
Metema, Ethiopia — ‘They started to question why I was leaving Sudan, and they accused me of not being Sudanese.’ For thousands of people trying to escape the violence and mayhem of Sudan’s civil war, the southeastern border post with Ethiopia is a frustrating choke point – staffed by unsympathetic Sudanese immigration officials and suspicious […]
The unexamined life is not worth living,” – Socrates; this wise expression becomes not only necessary but also existential for both individuals and states when problem trajectories show growth in magnitude and scope rather than narrowing. In such contexts, examination must be holistic, critical, and penetrating to understand interconnected issues and devise root cause solutions […]
Addis Abeba — A new report by a coalition of regional and international civil society organizations has revealed that the peace deal that was signed eight months ago between the Ethiopian government and Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) to end the two years long war in Northern Ethiopia is “marred by significant gaps impacting the […]
A new study shows how climate change will lead to more heatwaves and severe flooding in Ethiopia’s capital, one of Africa’s fastest-growing cities. Addis Ababa will likely face increased heatwaves, droughts and severe flooding over the next 67 years. These changes will pose risks to public health and infrastructure. They’ll also be felt most acutely […]
The harmful consequences of climate change are the worst threats facing humanity across the world especially Africa. And one of the solutions mentioned along with the problem is the diversification of clean energy means. Still African needs the necessary financial and technological support to introduce clean energy for its development. Yet Africa is the major […]
Cultural assets portray a given community’s or society’s way of life. Sculpture, manuscripts, monuments, and artifacts are some of the legendary artistic works of Africans that articulate the continent’s ancient civilization. African cultural heritage is not only a mirror of people’s identities; it is a fundamental pillar for building a common future. It is a […]
The practice of engaging in win-win diplomatic cooperation with both the Western and Eastern world contributes to Ethiopia’s regional and global standing. By establishing strong relationships with nations across different regions, Ethiopia positions itself as a respected player in international affairs. This reputation not only allows the country to contribute to conflict resolution efforts and […]
Addis Abeba — After two weeks of talks that began with promises of ending the five-year militarized conflict in Oromia region between government forces and forces of the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), the talks have formally ended without agreement for the second time. The federal government made the official announcement late tonight that the talks […]
Unarguably, peace is life. All people across the globe have been feeling the taste of peace and are heard of saying that it is the backbone of all sorts of activities since nothing can be safely carried out without it. Yes, peace is priceless human capital that knows no boundary because everything in the world […]
To unmask the actors and networks involved, the problem must be approached through an organised crime lens. Kidnapping and extortion are on the rise in Ethiopia, with cases even reported beyond the country’s borders. Ethiopian Electric Power announced in October last year that six of its employees had been abducted and held ransom at an […]
Investing in Africa has become a crucial business and investment events which acts as a significant channel for stimulating the continent economy. With vast networks, business leaders, and other interested parties spanning across the globe, investing in Africa has facilitated numerous opportunities in various countries. One such country is Ethiopia, located in the Horn of […]
Addis Abeba — When the residents of the Jardega Jarte district within the Horro Guduru Wollega Zone of the Oromia region were compelled to evacuate their residences in pursuit of safety subsequent to what locals characterized as “an assault perpetrated by Fano” in September 2023, the trajectory of Hana Tadesse’s life (pseudonym) took an irreversibly […]
Addis Abeba — In the heart of East Africa, a surprising powerhouse is rising in the world of cryptocurrency. Ethiopia, long overlooked in the tech world, is suddenly capturing global attention as a powerhouse on the cryptocurrency frontier. With vast untapped renewable energy resources, rock-bottom electricity costs, and a government hungry for foreign direct investment […]
Kigali — A minute of silence was observed on April 7 across Rwanda as the country held a memorial ceremony to mourn more than one million people, overwhelmingly Tutsis, who were systematically killed in the 100 days of atrocities between April and July 1994. The Rwandan government’s commemoration marking the 30th anniversary of the 1994 […]