Ethiopia Calls for Stronger Synergy Between SACCOs, Agriculture to Bolster Africa’s Food Security

Addis Ababa, June 26, 2025 (ENA)—Ethiopia’s State Minister of Agriculture, Sofia Kassa, emphasized the vital need to foster strong synergy between Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOs) and the agricultural sector as a cornerstone for achieving food …

Ethiopia central bank says foreign banks can apply for licences

International banks and investors can apply for a licence to operate in Ethiopia immediately, according to a central bank statement, capping the government's drive to attract more overseas investment into the domestic banking sector. The East African …

Ethiopia: Crackdown on Health Workers’ Protests

(Nairobi) – The Ethiopian authorities should immediately rescind the suspension of a prominent health professionals organization and meaningfully address public healthcare workers’ outstanding grievances, Human Rights Watch said today. The government …

New Apostolic Nuncio to Ethiopia receives warm welcome in Addis Ababa

The Catholic Church in Ethiopia has warmly welcomed Archbishop Brian Ngozi Udaigwe as the new Apostolic Nuncio to Ethiopia, following his appointment by Pope Francis. By Bezawit Assefa - Addis Ababa The late Pope Francis appointed Archbishop Brian Ngozi …

Ethiopia’s Economic Reforms: IMF Support and NBE Financial Challenges

June 25, 2025 The Habesha What’s going on in Ethiopia’s economy, you ask? Well, quite a bit, it turns out! The IMF and the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) are working hand in hand to push forward Ethiopia’s economic reforms. With a whopping $3.4 billion …

ITU Regional Director Praises Ethiopia’s Rapid Progress in Digital Transformation

Addis Ababa, June 25, 2025 (ENA)— The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has commended Ethiopia’s digital transformation efforts, highlighting the country’s significant strides—particularly its bold move to open up the telcomm market to greater …

Ethiopia: Tens of thousands of people receive seeds and fertilizers in conflict-affected regions

Overall, this humanitarian assistance should allow these communities to cultivate about 6,500 hectares of land, for an anticipated production of 17,000 metric tons of maize, haricots, beans, wheat, sorghum and teff, a small grain that is a staple crop in …

Ethiopia Draws Strength from Culture and Wisdom to Tackle Challenges, Says Peace Minister

Addis Ababa, June 25, 2025 (ENA)—The Minister of Peace, Mohammad Idris emphasized that Ethiopia’s rich history and deeply rooted cultural traditions have been instrumental in overcoming its challenges with wisdom and resilience. Speaking at the opening of …

Ethiopia–Eritrea Border Reopens After Five Years

Ethiopia–Eritrea Border Reopens After Five Years

Joy and tears flowed at Ethiopia’s Zalambessa border town as Eritreans and Ethiopians reunited for the first time in five years. Families, separated by war and political tensions, reconciled in an emotional ceremony organized by local leaders, marking a …