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The Ethiopian-Somali People’s Democratic Party (ESPDP) elected the minister of government communications affairs office Ahmed Shide, as chairman, replacing Abdi Mohamoud Omar (Abdi Iley), who was removed from the region’s presidency role few days ago. Completing its three day party…
(Reuters)- An Ethiopian rebel group declared a unilateral ceasefire on Sunday, the latest dissident movement to aim for an end to hostilities in the wake of reforms. The Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) launched its bid for secession of the…
Abdi Mohamud Omar’s (Abdi Iley’s) exit as president of the Ethiopia’s Somali regional in the face of pressure from the military and the public paves the way for a new chapter for the Somali region, said Juweria Ali, a PhD…
Infamous President of the Somali region resigns Former finance minister and closest ally to succeed him Unclear what the departure means amidst uncertainty and hope The Somalia region’s president, Abdi Mohamoud Omar, known by his nickname ‘Abdi Iley’, has resigned,…
Abiy will have a one-on-one dialogue with the Chinese President Xi Jinping Expert advices the Premier use the opportunity to pursue alliance & attract more private Chinese investment. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed will embark on his first trip…
Veteran diplomat said to have criticized Abiy Ahmed’s release of armed opponents TPLF seen as split on approach of new Prime Minister after its leadership changes UN representative also recalled with 5 months left of Ethiopia’s Security Council term The…
In 2016, Yakob Yatane joined a committee seeking autonomy for his Konso people. When the community split over tactics amid government repression, he was captured by hardliner protesters before soldiers rescued him. Months later, Yakob was among hundreds charged with…
Activists welcome historic visit but demand changes to one-party system President Isaias has used conflict with Ethiopia to justify authoritarianism Unclear what normalisation with Ethiopia means for Eritrean citizens’ rights Eritrea’s long-time President Isaias Afewerki is visiting Ethiopia, a country…
For decades, the relationship between Ethiopians in the U.S. and the government back home has been characterised by mutual antagonism. But Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s visit this month is eagerly anticipated by a community energized by his leadership. By Arefaynie…
The rebel Ogaden National Liberation Front repeated its pledge to interrupt oil and gas extraction in Ethiopia’s Somali region after the Government announced plans to test crude deposits. “As long as the Somali region people don’t get autonomy and the…