Ethiopia politics news
Ethiopia politics news: the latest stories from 26 Ethiopian Telegram news channels, one neutral summary per story with every channel that covered it. In English and Amharic, updated every 2 hours.
- PM Abiy says feeding citizens and building agricultural economy are primary goals
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that the government's primary objectives are to feed the population and build an agricultural economy for sustainable prosperity. He emphasized that ongoing transformation efforts…
- Conflict uproots 1.7 million Ethiopians, natural disasters displace 173,000: UNHCR
Conflict has displaced approximately 1.7 million people across Ethiopia, accounting for the vast majority of the country's 1.9 million internally displaced population, according to UNHCR figures. Natural disasters have…
- Explosions kill 10 people in Tigray region, Wazema reports
Ten people have lost their lives in the Tigray region due to an explosion incident, according to a report by Wazema. Further details regarding the exact cause and location of the blast are awaited.
- Moscow summit demands colonial-era compensation for African nations
African heads of state and government, including Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, along with Russian leadership, have demanded historical accountability and binding legal mechanisms to compensate for economic and social…
- US urges Ethiopia to investigate Arsi killings, while Sudan accuses Ethiopia of drone strikes
The United States has urged the Ethiopian government to investigate targeted killings of Orthodox faithful in the Arsi zone of Oromia and bring perpetrators to justice. US Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin J. Masinga…
- Tigray interim administration suspends land transfers and investment permits
The Tigray interim administration has indefinitely suspended land transfers and investment license issuance to investigate administrative irregularities in management, land, and mining sectors. The decision was…
- Ethiopia to implement international traveler screening technology to combat cross-border crime
The Federal Police Commission announced plans to implement an international traveler screening technology aimed at preventing terrorism and cross-border crimes. Commissioner General Demelash Gebremichael stated the…
- Alliance for Survival vows to intensify diplomatic and civic engagement
The Alliance for Survival held its sixth regular council meeting from October 30 to 31, approving a plan to strengthen cooperation among member organizations and build relations with peoples of the Horn of Africa. The…
- Jawar Mohammed asks whether Somalis are marginalised under the current government
Residents in Moyale reported that the security crisis and gunfire that persisted over recent days have relatively subsided, returning the area to calm. The unrest had previously raised concerns over regional stability…
- Clashes reported between security forces and OLA in Nono Benja and Limu Seka
Clashes between government security forces and the Oromo Liberation Army in the Nono Benja and Limu Seka districts of the Oromia region resulted in casualties on both sides, according to DW Amharic.
- Amhara Media praises national defense force readiness and sovereignty
Amhara Media reports that the Ethiopian National Defense Force is built to safeguard the country's sovereignty and dignity. The reports emphasize the military's role in domestic security as well as regional and…
- Residents say drone strike on displaced people's camp in South Wollo killed at least 24
Displaced people sheltering at the "Turk Camp" site in Tehuledere district, South Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, told Borkena that a drone strike on the camp killed 24 people and wounded more than 30. Most of the camp's…
- African Youth Day marked in Addis Ababa with calls to strengthen youth roles in peace and development
The African Youth Day was marked at Addis Ababa University with events organized by the Peace, Development and Prosperity Organization of Ethiopia and New Horizon for Pan-Africanism. Speakers urged youth to strengthen…
- Scholars praise Ethiopia's growing diplomatic influence and regional leadership
Scholars have noted that Ethiopia's active participation in regional and global platforms is strengthening its diplomatic standing. Observers emphasize the country's historic leadership role in East African peace…
- Jawar Mohammed highlights heavy cargo flights arriving in Addis Ababa
Politician Jawar Mohammed noted on social media that reports indicate 81 cargo flights arrived in Addis Ababa from the UAE during October, raising suspicions regarding weapons transport.
- Mekelle interim administration sets directions for municipal operations
The Mekelle City Trustee Administration held its first meeting under Mayor Dr. Shishay Amare, establishing directions to restore war-damaged infrastructure, strengthen institutional capacity, and improve administrative…
- Oromia militia arms purchases follow standard legal procedures, says Jawar
Social media documents showing the Ethiopian Defense Engineering Industry selling weapons to the Oromia Militia Office reflect standard practice rather than preferential treatment, according to politician Jawar…
- Opposition parties and UN agencies express deep concern over civilian safety in Ethiopia
Opposition political parties and United Nations agencies have voiced mounting concern over civilian casualties, security incidents, and displacement across parts of Ethiopia. UN agencies reported that tens of thousands…
- Efforts underway to restore social services in Tigray amid ongoing drone strikes
Efforts are underway to restore halted social services, including education and healthcare, in the Tigray region despite recurring drone strikes. The regional administration faces the responsibility of repairing…
- PM Abiy says government leaders are taking military training at Hurso
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said senior leaders of his government are undergoing training at the Hurso military training centre. He said the training, drawn from military science and experience, is meant to strengthen…
- Mo Ibrahim Foundation study notes declining political freedoms despite economic growth
A Mo Ibrahim Foundation study covering 2016 to 2025 indicates that while 44 of 54 African nations experienced economic growth, 34 faced challenges in security and rule of law. Civil liberties and freedom of expression…
- Three people, including an artist, killed in Welkite town
Three people, including an artist, were killed in Welkite town within the Gurage Zone of the Central Ethiopia Region. Friends and relatives stated that the artist was shot dead while out for work.
- Families mourn two youths killed in Oromia–Amhara border attack, seek justice
Soressa Abebe, an 18-year-old Bajaj driver, and Lata Tolera, a 17-year-old 11th-grade student, were killed on 27 October in an attack near the border between Amuru Wereda in the Western Oromia Zone and Bure Wereda in…
- Navy commander says Ethiopia's return to the sea is inevitable, urges dialogue with neighbours
Vice Admiral Kindu Gezu, commander of the Ethiopian Navy, said Ethiopia's return to owning sea access is inevitable and called for close cooperation and dialogue with neighbouring countries on regional maritime…
- AFP: drone strike in Tigray kills at least 22
At least 22 people were killed in a drone strike in Tigray on Friday, AFP reported, in an attack on people collecting grain from a vehicle hit the day before. Conflict monitor ACLED separately recorded a strike on a…