Security forces open fire at Dembdi Dolo market

Ethiopian security forces opened fire on civilians at a market in Dembi Dolo, a town 450 kilometres south-west of Addis Ababa, of Oromia Regional State on Saturday, February 24. One person died and multiple people were injured, the Voice of…
Gedu Andargachew retains position

Gedu Andargachew has won reelection as the president of the Amhara National Regional State for a third consecutive time, despite earlier reports that he would not continue. He was appointed to the post in 2013, succeeding Ayalew Gobeze who took…
Ethiopia releases 1500 ONLF suspects

The Ethiopian government has released 1500 people allegedly affiliated with Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF), the group announced. The move comes a week after a talk between Ethiopian officials and representatives from the ONLF was held in Nairobi. Ahmed Abdi,…
Ethiopia declares a 6-month state of emergency

Ethiopia has declared a a 6-month state of emergency a day after Prime Minister Hailemarim Desalegn has tendered a resignation letter. The measure imposed by the Council of Ministers is effective as of today, which came as a surprise to…
Ethiopian Prime Minister Resigns

(VOA)-Ethiopia’s prime minister has announced he will resign, in what he says is an effort to advance reforms aimed at easing the country’s political unrest. Speaking on state television Thursday, Hailemariam Desalegn said he has submitted his letter of resignation…
Ethiopia looks to boost textile export to Europe

Ethiopia’s burgeoning textile sector is hoping for European market access as eight manufactures showcased their products at the Texworld/Apparel Sourcing Paris that took place from 11 February until 14 February, 2018 in Le Bourget, Paris. The eight manufactures, Almeda Textile…