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July 16, 2026, 12:39 am
Ethiopian National Dialogue Conference Kicks Off in Addis Ababa
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's long-awaited National Dialogue Conference officially opened in Addis Ababa today.
Why Ethiopia's National Dialogue Could Become a Defining Moment for Peace, Unity, and Democratic Renewal
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia has entered a pivotal chapter in its modern political history. With the opening of the National Dialogue Conference in Addis Ababa, the country has embarked on one of its most ambitious efforts to confront longstanding political divisions through dialogue rather than conflict.
Rural Citizens Bear the Brunt As Most Ethiopians Still Lack Reliable Electricity Supply
- [Afrobarometer] Majority give government poor marks on energy provision.
Egypt Singing the Same Old Song of Ethiopian 'Unilateralism,' Again!
- [ENA] Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty for the umpteenth time declared Egypt reserves its full right to defend its Nile water security should it be harmed by Ethiopia and that the construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is an illegal unilateral action taken by Ethiopia without consulting the downstream countries. He asserted, "We reserve the right to legitimate self-defense in accordance with the rules of international law."
American Analyst Accuses Egypt of Escalating 'Information Warfare' Against Ethiopia Over GERD
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- American political analyst Andrew Korybko underscored that Ethiopia possesses the sovereign and internationally recognized legal right to equitably utilize the Abay River, including the construction and operation of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD).
Prime Minister Abiy Receives Former Nigerian President Ọbasanjọ
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy has received former Nigerian President Oluṣẹgun Ọbasanjọ, on the eve of Ethiopia's historic National Dialogue Conference.
Ethiopia 'Closely Engaged' Over Citizens Facing Execution in Saudi Arabia
- [RFI] Ethiopia says it's continuing "sustained diplomatic and consular efforts" to help dozens of its citizens facing the death penalty in Saudi Arabia, after an international rights group warned that at least 58 Ethiopian migrants are at imminent risk of execution.
Addis Ababa Attracts Over 1.3 Trillion Birr in Investment Over Five Years
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Addis Ababa has attracted more than 1.3 trillion Birr in capital investment over the past five years, Mayor Adanech Abiebie announced today.
PM Abiy Calls On Ethiopians to Embrace Historic National Dialogue As Path to Lasting Peace and Prosperity
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has called on all Ethiopians to unite behind the country's historic National Dialogue, describing it as a defining national undertaking that will shape Ethiopia's future and the destiny of generations to come.
Ethiopian Parliament Approves €124.6 Million Concessional Loans to Advance Economic Reform
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- The House of People's Representatives (HPR), in its second extraordinary session held today, unanimously approved two concessional loan agreements worth a combined 124.6 million euros with the governments of Italy and France.
Ehrco Demands Halt to Forced Conscription in Tigray
- [Reporter] The Ethiopian Human Rights Council (EHRCO) issued an urgent appeal on July 12, 2026, demanding an immediate end to systemic rights violations as a mandatory military recruitment drive sweeps across the northern Tigray region.
Ethiopia Facilitates Repatriation for 1,971 Citizens Granted Saudi Amnesty
- [Reporter] Ethiopia has begun facilitating the repatriation of 1,971 of its citizens from Saudi Arabia after they were granted royal amnesty by the Kingdom, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Monday.
Central Bank Lifts Credit Cap, Eases Forex Surrender Rules
- [Reporter] The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has removed restrictions on how much commercial banks can lend nearly three years after it first introduced the credit growth cap in August 2023.
The Week in Review - Geopolitics, Economy, Ai and Climate in Focus
- [ENA] The past week underscored the increasingly interconnected nature of global affairs, as geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, technological competition and climate-related challenges unfolded simultaneously across multiple regions. Developments in one part of the world continued to reverberate across international markets, diplomatic relations and security calculations. These highlight how closely today's global landscape is intertwined.
Prime Minister Abiy Hosted By Qatar's Amir Following Condolence Visit in Doha
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, received Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed at Lusail Palace, where the Prime Minister conveyed Ethiopia's heartfelt condolences on the passing of the late Father Amir, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani.
Benin President Romuald Wadagni Arrives in Ethiopia for Official Working Visit
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- President Romuald Wadagni of Benin, in the early hours of this morning, arrived in Addis Ababa for an official working visit aimed at further strengthening bilateral relations between Ethiopia and Benin.
Ethiopia Deepens Saudi Diplomatic Engagement As Nearly 2,000 Citizens Benefit From Royal Amnesty
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it remains actively engaged with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on issues affecting Ethiopian nationals in the Gulf nation, including citizens facing legal proceedings and judicial measures.
Africa Pastoral Markets Forum Seeks to Unlock Livestock Sector As Driver of Economic Growth
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- The First Africa Pastoral Markets Forum opened in Addis Ababa on Monday with a call to transform Africa's pastoral livestock sector into a major driver of economic growth, employment, trade, investment, and resilience across the continent.
Ethiopia Lifts Credit Cap, Raises Policy Rate As Central Bank Advances Monetary Reform
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has removed restrictions on how much commercial banks can lend as part of a new monetary policy package aimed at containing inflation.
PM Abiy Travels to Qatar to Pay Tribute to Former Amir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has traveled to Qatar to extend his condolences and pay tribute following the passing of Qatar's former Amir and Father Amir, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
Kebena Reborn - From Polluted River to Urban Oasis
- [ENA] For decades, the Kebena River told a story that many residents of Addis Ababa wished they could forget.
Ethiopian Airlines Launches Direct Flights to Mauritius, Boosting Regional Connectivity
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopian Airlines has officially launched a new direct passenger service between Addis Ababa and Port Louis, Mauritius, marking another milestone in the carrier's expanding African network and reinforcing its commitment to enhancing regional connectivity.
The Axe and Woodcutter - Who Keeps Tigray in Crisis?
- [ENA] In his address to Parliament earlier this week, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, made a revealing assessment of the disquiet that perpetuates in the country's northernmost region of Tigray, saying that the instigator is a foreign ilk.
Ethiopian Federal Police, IGAD Forge Strategic Partnership to Cement Regional Security
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- The Ethiopian Federal Police and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) signed a landmark MoU aimed at deepening regional security cooperation across the Horn of Africa.
