Ethiopia
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:39:31 GMTEswatini Applauds Ethiopia's Impressive Mega Development Projects
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The Kingdom of Eswatini has commended Ethiopia for its strong track record in delivering large scale development projects, highlighting the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) as a landmark achievement that reflects national r...
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:38:46 GMTSpecial Operations Command Marks 65th Anniversary With Grand Exhibition in Hawassa
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- A major photographic exhibition tracing the history and operational strength of Ethiopia's Special Operations Command has opened in Hawassa, marking the 65th anniversary of the elite unit's establishment.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:54:49 GMTEthio-Italy Coffee Business Forum in Milan Seeks to Deepen Trade, Investment Ties
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia and Italy have pledged to strengthen trade and investment cooperation as the Ethio-Italy Coffee Business Forum convened here on Thursday, bringing together exporters, industry leaders and policymakers to advance collabor...
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:52:17 GMTGERD Remarkable Continental Dev't Achievement, Symbol of African Capability - Renowned Economist
[ENA] The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) stands as a shining example of African capability and a remarkable continental development achievement, renowned economist and public policy expert Dr. Ogho Okiti said.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:28:08 GMTNews - Tulu Kappi Gold Mine Officially Launched in West Wollega Zone
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The gold development project at Tulu Kappi, located in Ganji district of West Wollega, has officially begun operations. On 18 February 2026, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, alongside Oromia Regional President Shimallis Abdi...
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:55:12 GMTMinistry of Foreign Affairs Honors Key Contributors to AU and Italy-Africa Summits
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has recognized institutions and individuals who played a central role in the successful hosting of the 39th African Union Summit and the Second Italy-Africa Summit.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:23:45 GMTAU Summit - Annual Ritual Without Tangible Progress
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Every February, heads of state and government from across the continent gather under the banner of the African Union in Addis Abeba, a city that symbolizes Africa's diplomatic heart. The summits produce carefully craft...
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:27:07 GMTU.S. Treasury Sanctions Sudan's RSF Commanders, Calls for Immediate Ceasefire
[Reporter] United States Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned three commanders of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) today.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:24:44 GMTEthiopian Airlines Expands Domestic Network As African Partners Strengthen Fleet and Operations
[Reporter] Ethiopian Airlines has announced plans to inaugurate three new domestic airports and commence passenger services to Negele Borena, Gore Metu, and Debre Markos by mid-April 2026, further expanding its national footprint.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:23:03 GMTEthiopia's Economy Booming Because of Enabling Environment, Says UN Global Compact CEO
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Emphasizing the growing potential of Ethiopia, United Nations Global Compact CEO and Executive Director Sando Ojambo said the economy seems to be booming because of the enabling environment created in the country.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:23:03 GMTRural Corridors Program Changing Livelihoods of Farmers, Says PM Abiy
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The national initiative to modernize the lives of farmers through the Rural Corridors Program is gaining momentum across the country, according to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:23:02 GMTProsperity Party Council Deliberating On Strategic Priorities
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The ruling Prosperity Party has commenced its council meeting in Addis Ababa to deliberate on key strategic priorities.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:23:01 GMTAfrica Deserves UN Security Council Representation, Improved Access to Financing - Angola's UN Envoy
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Urgent reform of the United Nations system and comprehensive debt relief for African countries are essential to the continent's development and global fairness, Angola's Permanent Representative to the UN, Francisco José da ...
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:22:30 GMTPrime Minister Abiy Reviews Major Development Projects Across Wollega Zones
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has conducted an extensive inspection tour of key development projects across the three Wollega zones in the Oromia region, highlighting ongoing progress in agro-industry, tourism, and rural transformati...
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:22:30 GMTUK Trade Envoy Baroness Ramsey Highlights Interest in Ethiopia's Reform-Driven Economy
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Baroness Jane Ramsey, UK Trade Envoy to the Horn of Africa, held discussions with Semereta Sewasew and senior officials from the Ministry of Finance regarding Ethiopia's ongoing economic reforms and opportunities for UK investmen...
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:22:29 GMTEthiopian Peacekeepers Receive UN Medals in South Sudan
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopian peacekeepers were awarded United Nations medals in Yambio in a ceremony attended by Delil Kedir, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ethiopia to South Sudan.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:22:29 GMTPresident Taye Calls On Patriot Elites to Hold High Torch of Sacifice, Realize Ethiopia's Vision
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- President Taye Atske Sellassie said patriot elites should carry high the torch of sacrifice and march to realize the Ethiopian vision.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 04:40:40 GMTSecurity Vacuum Fears Grow Amid Reports of ENDF Withdrawals, Alleged Redeployment Toward Tigray Region
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba--Withdrawal or reduced presence of federal forces in recent days is raising concerns among local communities. Residents in different parts of the country spoke to Addis Standard on their concern following federal forces e...
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 04:40:39 GMTGambella Region Authorities Say Measures Taken Against Security Members Following Recent Unrest
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba- Authorities in the Gambella Region say legal and administrative actions have been taken against police personnel following recent security crises in the region, including disciplinary measures, retraining programs, and c...
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 04:40:38 GMTMissionary Presence On the Eastern Borders of Oromia - 'A New Call to Closeness!'
[Agenzia Fides] Laga Hidha -- In Oromia, the population is facing a serious humanitarian crisis, characterized mainly by prolonged and devastating drought, food insecurity, water scarcity, and the loss of crops and livestock, with the consequent disp...
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:39:07 GMT29 Countries Condemn Attacks On Civilians in Sudan in Joint Ministerial Statement
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba--A group of 29 countries, including Germany, Canada, Italy, and 26 other countries, has issued a joint ministerial statement condemning continued attacks on civilians, civilian infrastructure, and humanitarian operations ...
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:50:43 GMTPM Abiy Highlights Gibe Dedesa Union As Value-Driven Agricultural Growth
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has underscored what he described as a transformative shift in Ethiopia's agricultural sector, emphasizing that farmers are increasingly benefiting beyond primary production.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:14:51 GMTEthiopia Elevating Competitiveness in Global Coffee Market to Higher Level - Int'l Coffee Org, Buyers
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The International Coffee Organization and buyers have stated that Ethiopia's ongoing growth in coffee production and exports is elevating the country's influence and competitiveness in the global market to a higher level.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:14:50 GMTEthiopia's Successful Wheat Irrigation Scheme Model for Other African Nations, Says Expert At WFP
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's successful experience in building a climate-resilient agricultural system, particularly irrigated wheat development scheme, is a model for other African nations, World Food Programme (WFP) Advocacy and Information expe...
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:45:46 GMTErdoğan Warns Against New Conflict in Horn of Africa, Calls for Regional Solutions
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba--Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said that Turkey would never want to see new conflict in the Horn of Africa, emphasizing the need for stability and encouraging countries in the region to address challenges t...
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:43:08 GMTParliament Extends Dialogue Commission Term By Eight Months
[Reporter] The House of Peoples' Representatives has voted to extend the term of existence of the National Dialogue Commission (NDC), granting it an additional eight months to meet its objectives.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:11:31 GMTSouth Sudan Praises Ethiopia's Leadership in Regional Peace, Integration
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- South Sudan has lauded Ethiopia's steadfast efforts to promote lasting peace and regional integration.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:11:30 GMTRwanda Eyes Stronger Trade, Infrastructure Partnership With Ethiopia
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Rwanda has affirmed renewed commitment to deepen trade and infrastructure cooperation with Ethiopia, while honoring Addis Ababa's historic military support during one of the most difficult chapters in Rwanda's history.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:06:08 GMTPM Abiy Says Nekemte Stepping Into the Future With Major Corridor Development
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said Nekemte city in Oromia region of Ethiopia is entering a new chapter of urban transformation as corridor development projects reshape the city's infrastructure and appearance.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:06:05 GMTGERD As Catalyst for Regional Energy Integration - EADB Acting DG
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- East African Development Bank (EADB) Acting Director General Bernard Mono has lauded the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) as a proud continental initiative strengthening regional energy cooperation and advancing Africa's co...