News: #Ethiopia accuses #Eritrea of territorial violations, armed-group support, reaffirms Assab as strategic priority, warns military restraint is limited
Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of supporting armed groups operating inside its territory and violating its sovereignty, while reaffirming that secure access to the #Assab Port remains a strategic national priority.
Ethiopia also warned that its military restraint in the face of what it described as “serious provocations” is “not indefinite or unconditional.”
The remarks were delivered on 13 November 2025 by Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister, Gedion Timothewos (PhD), at the Foreign Policy Forum co-organized by Horn Review and Addis Ababa University, where he provided a detailed assessment of the historical and contemporary roots of Ethio-Eritrean tensions and outlined Ethiopia’s ...
https://addisstandard.com/ethiopia-accuses-eritrea-of-territorial-violations-armed-group-support-reaffirms-assab-as-strategic-priority-warns-military-restraint-is-limited/
Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of supporting armed groups operating inside its territory and violating its sovereignty, while reaffirming that secure access to the #Assab Port remains a strategic national priority.
Ethiopia also warned that its military restraint in the face of what it described as “serious provocations” is “not indefinite or unconditional.”
The remarks were delivered on 13 November 2025 by Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister, Gedion Timothewos (PhD), at the Foreign Policy Forum co-organized by Horn Review and Addis Ababa University, where he provided a detailed assessment of the historical and contemporary roots of Ethio-Eritrean tensions and outlined Ethiopia’s ...
https://addisstandard.com/ethiopia-accuses-eritrea-of-territorial-violations-armed-group-support-reaffirms-assab-as-strategic-priority-warns-military-restraint-is-limited/
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World Council of Churches extends condolences in wake of attack in #Ethiopia
World Council of Churches (#WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, in a pastoral letter to the Ethiopian #Orthodox Tewahedo Church, extended condolences and solidarity in the wake of an attack that killed people in #Arsi Zone, Ethiopia, including at least 20 who may be members of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.
"This senseless loss of life is a painful reminder of the fragility of peace and the urgent need for reconciliation and the protection of all communities,” wrote Pillay. “We stand in solidarity with you in this time of mourning, and we lift up in prayer all those impacted by this violence, asking the Lord to grant them comfort, healing, and strength.”
The WCC condemns all acts of violence and expresses unwavering support for efforts toward justice, peace, and communal harmony, ...
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World Council of Churches (#WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, in a pastoral letter to the Ethiopian #Orthodox Tewahedo Church, extended condolences and solidarity in the wake of an attack that killed people in #Arsi Zone, Ethiopia, including at least 20 who may be members of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.
"This senseless loss of life is a painful reminder of the fragility of peace and the urgent need for reconciliation and the protection of all communities,” wrote Pillay. “We stand in solidarity with you in this time of mourning, and we lift up in prayer all those impacted by this violence, asking the Lord to grant them comfort, healing, and strength.”
The WCC condemns all acts of violence and expresses unwavering support for efforts toward justice, peace, and communal harmony, ...
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#Ethiopia confirms #Marburg Virus after #Hemorrhagic Fever outbreak in Southern Ethiopia
The Ministry of Health has confirmed that the hemorrhagic fever reported in Jinka, Southern Ethiopia Regional State, was caused by the Marburg virus, following genomic testing conducted at the Ethiopian Public Health Institute’s (#EPHI) National Reference Laboratory.
In a statement issued this evening, the Ministry noted that laboratory analysis identified the virus as belonging to a lineage similar to strains previously detected in other East African countries.
The statement added that a multidisciplinary rapid response team has been dispatched to the area, where surveillance, contact tracing, case isolation and treatment, as well as community awareness activities, are underway. The national and regional Public Health Emergency Incident Management System has also been activated to coordinate ongoing response efforts.
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The Ministry of Health has confirmed that the hemorrhagic fever reported in Jinka, Southern Ethiopia Regional State, was caused by the Marburg virus, following genomic testing conducted at the Ethiopian Public Health Institute’s (#EPHI) National Reference Laboratory.
In a statement issued this evening, the Ministry noted that laboratory analysis identified the virus as belonging to a lineage similar to strains previously detected in other East African countries.
The statement added that a multidisciplinary rapid response team has been dispatched to the area, where surveillance, contact tracing, case isolation and treatment, as well as community awareness activities, are underway. The national and regional Public Health Emergency Incident Management System has also been activated to coordinate ongoing response efforts.
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Broadcasts of multiple #Ethiopian TV channels disrupted after technical fault at satellite provider
The transmission of several domestic television channels, including the Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation (#EBC) and Fana Media Corporation (#FMC), was disrupted today following a technical problem involving the satellite provider TelePort.
According to the affected media outlets, the interruption was triggered by a power outage at the TelePort site known as “SES,” located near #Israel, after adverse weather conditions caused a technical fault.
The outage has affected most locally transmitted channels that rely on the service. TelePort said efforts are underway to restore regular broadcasts.
The transmission of several domestic television channels, including the Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation (#EBC) and Fana Media Corporation (#FMC), was disrupted today following a technical problem involving the satellite provider TelePort.
According to the affected media outlets, the interruption was triggered by a power outage at the TelePort site known as “SES,” located near #Israel, after adverse weather conditions caused a technical fault.
The outage has affected most locally transmitted channels that rely on the service. TelePort said efforts are underway to restore regular broadcasts.
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Mass killings #probe in #Sudan will hold culprits to account, vows #UN
The UN human rights council has given unanimous backing to a fresh, independent investigation into mass killings reported in the Sudanese city of el-Fasher.
"Our wake-up calls were not heeded. Bloodstains on the ground in el-Fasher have been photographed from space. The stain on the record of the international community is less visible, but no less damaging," UN human rights chief Volker Türk said at an emergency meeting in Geneva on Friday.
Since the civil war began over two years ago, more than 150,000 people have been killed and about 12 million have been forced from their homes.
The new investigation is mandated to identify those who ordered and carried out the massacre in el-Fasher.
The findings could be shared with the International Criminal Court.
While Türk did warn individuals and companies "fuelling and profiting" from Sudan's war, there is disappointment that the mandate makes no mention of other countries sponsoring the conflict.
The UAE is accused of shipping weapons to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group, while Iran has been accused of supplying some weapons to the Sudanese army.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c70jd4elgwzo
The UN human rights council has given unanimous backing to a fresh, independent investigation into mass killings reported in the Sudanese city of el-Fasher.
"Our wake-up calls were not heeded. Bloodstains on the ground in el-Fasher have been photographed from space. The stain on the record of the international community is less visible, but no less damaging," UN human rights chief Volker Türk said at an emergency meeting in Geneva on Friday.
Since the civil war began over two years ago, more than 150,000 people have been killed and about 12 million have been forced from their homes.
The new investigation is mandated to identify those who ordered and carried out the massacre in el-Fasher.
The findings could be shared with the International Criminal Court.
While Türk did warn individuals and companies "fuelling and profiting" from Sudan's war, there is disappointment that the mandate makes no mention of other countries sponsoring the conflict.
The UAE is accused of shipping weapons to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group, while Iran has been accused of supplying some weapons to the Sudanese army.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c70jd4elgwzo
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Mass killings probe in Sudan will hold culprits to account, vows UN
"There has been too much pretence and performance, and too little action," says UN human rights chief Volker Türk.
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#South_Africa investigates mystery of a plane that arrived with more than 150 Palestinians from #Gaza
South Africa’s intelligence services are investigating who was behind a chartered plane that landed in Johannesburg with more than 150 Palestinians from war-ravaged Gaza who did not have proper travel documents and were held onboard on the tarmac for around 12 hours as a result, the country’s president said Friday.
The plane landed Thursday morning at O.R. Tambo International Airport, but passengers were not allowed to disembark until late that night after immigration interviews with the Palestinians found they could not say where or how long they were staying in South Africa, South Africa’s border agency said.
It said the Palestinians also did not have exit stamps or slips that would normally be issued by Israeli authorities to people leaving Gaza.
The actions of South African authorities ..
https://apnews.com/article/palestinians-israel-gaza-refugee-asyslum-south-africa-7d5dcbacae38e3564f77e0576a9eaaa1
South Africa’s intelligence services are investigating who was behind a chartered plane that landed in Johannesburg with more than 150 Palestinians from war-ravaged Gaza who did not have proper travel documents and were held onboard on the tarmac for around 12 hours as a result, the country’s president said Friday.
The plane landed Thursday morning at O.R. Tambo International Airport, but passengers were not allowed to disembark until late that night after immigration interviews with the Palestinians found they could not say where or how long they were staying in South Africa, South Africa’s border agency said.
It said the Palestinians also did not have exit stamps or slips that would normally be issued by Israeli authorities to people leaving Gaza.
The actions of South African authorities ..
https://apnews.com/article/palestinians-israel-gaza-refugee-asyslum-south-africa-7d5dcbacae38e3564f77e0576a9eaaa1
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#Ethiopia: Delanta opal mine tragedy: remains of trapped youths finally recovered in #Amhara region
The remains of several youths who were buried following a mine collapse while extracting opal in #Delanta district, South Wollo Zone, in February 2024, have been recovered and laid to rest, the South Wollo Zone Government Communication Office announced on Friday.
The youths were trapped on 30 January 2024 when a shaft collapsed at the Koq Wuha opal mining site in “021” Kebele of Delanta district. Although government bodies & community members made several rescue attempts at the time, officials said the miners could not be reached.
According to the 14 November 2025 announcement from the district communication office, the remains were discovered by youths working in the area. Based on the information provided, the district administration carried out the necessary preparations to retrieve ...
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The remains of several youths who were buried following a mine collapse while extracting opal in #Delanta district, South Wollo Zone, in February 2024, have been recovered and laid to rest, the South Wollo Zone Government Communication Office announced on Friday.
The youths were trapped on 30 January 2024 when a shaft collapsed at the Koq Wuha opal mining site in “021” Kebele of Delanta district. Although government bodies & community members made several rescue attempts at the time, officials said the miners could not be reached.
According to the 14 November 2025 announcement from the district communication office, the remains were discovered by youths working in the area. Based on the information provided, the district administration carried out the necessary preparations to retrieve ...
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#Egyptians criticise renaming of state TV channel over similarity to #Ethiopian network
A decision by Ahmed El-Meslemany, head of Egypt’s National Media Authority, to change the name & logo of the state television channel #Nile_TV International to Egypt News Network (#ENN) has sparked widespread criticism and discontent.
On Thursday, the National Media Authority announced a plan to update Nile TV International, introducing a new logo featuring the initials ENN, along with changes to the channel’s design and programming.
The new name, however, has been widely criticised, particularly because it is identical to an Ethiopian channel that already operates on various social media platforms.
Commentators described the move as “choosing names without study or effort, as happened before when programme names were announced and later withdrawn” after it became clear they duplicated existing ones
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A decision by Ahmed El-Meslemany, head of Egypt’s National Media Authority, to change the name & logo of the state television channel #Nile_TV International to Egypt News Network (#ENN) has sparked widespread criticism and discontent.
On Thursday, the National Media Authority announced a plan to update Nile TV International, introducing a new logo featuring the initials ENN, along with changes to the channel’s design and programming.
The new name, however, has been widely criticised, particularly because it is identical to an Ethiopian channel that already operates on various social media platforms.
Commentators described the move as “choosing names without study or effort, as happened before when programme names were announced and later withdrawn” after it became clear they duplicated existing ones
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60 Foreign intelligence specialists flee Somalia in 24 hours following data breach exposing 35,000 people
Over 60 foreign intelligence specialists have reportedly fled Somalia in 24 hours due to a data breach, as they fear becoming 'political targets' in a tense political situation.
The data breach, reported on November 11, affected over 35,000 e-visa applicants from various countries, including the United States, according to a press release from the #US. Embassy in Somalia. Foreign embassies operating in Somalia have informed local partners that they will no longer utilize the government's E-Visa system, according to sources who spoke to #Baidoa Online, a local news outlet.
Most of these individuals left the country within the past 24 hours due to concerns that their personal information was among the accessed data. Reports suggest a tense atmosphere within government institutions, particularly concerning the extent of the data breach....
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Over 60 foreign intelligence specialists have reportedly fled Somalia in 24 hours due to a data breach, as they fear becoming 'political targets' in a tense political situation.
The data breach, reported on November 11, affected over 35,000 e-visa applicants from various countries, including the United States, according to a press release from the #US. Embassy in Somalia. Foreign embassies operating in Somalia have informed local partners that they will no longer utilize the government's E-Visa system, according to sources who spoke to #Baidoa Online, a local news outlet.
Most of these individuals left the country within the past 24 hours due to concerns that their personal information was among the accessed data. Reports suggest a tense atmosphere within government institutions, particularly concerning the extent of the data breach....
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IGAD weather center predicts intensified drought in #Kenya, #Ethiopia and #Somalia
A Climate Watch Advisory released Friday by the #IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (#ICPAC) warns that the region has already experienced significantly drier-than-usual conditions since the onset of the short-rains season.
The Horn of Africa is facing an intensifying drought crisis as new climate forecasts indicate a high probability of continued below-normal rainfall through January 2026, threatening millions of lives and livelihoods across south-eastern Ethiopia, eastern Kenya, and southern Somalia.
A Climate Watch Advisory released Friday by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) warns that the region has already experienced significantly drier-than-usual conditions since the onset of the short-rains season, with indicators showing deepening soil moisture shortages and vegetation stress...
https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/news/2025/11/orn-of-africa-drought-alert-2025-kenya-ethiopia-somalia/
A Climate Watch Advisory released Friday by the #IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (#ICPAC) warns that the region has already experienced significantly drier-than-usual conditions since the onset of the short-rains season.
The Horn of Africa is facing an intensifying drought crisis as new climate forecasts indicate a high probability of continued below-normal rainfall through January 2026, threatening millions of lives and livelihoods across south-eastern Ethiopia, eastern Kenya, and southern Somalia.
A Climate Watch Advisory released Friday by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) warns that the region has already experienced significantly drier-than-usual conditions since the onset of the short-rains season, with indicators showing deepening soil moisture shortages and vegetation stress...
https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/news/2025/11/orn-of-africa-drought-alert-2025-kenya-ethiopia-somalia/
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27 #South_Sudanese youth released by #Ethiopia arrive in #Juba
The group touched down at Juba International Airport on 16 November 2025, marking the end of a long period of uncertainty for the young cattle herders who had been held at Muzan Prison in Ethiopia.
At least 27 South Sudanese youth from Eastern Equatoria State, who were detained for months in Ethiopia over allegations of illegal border crossing, arrived in Juba on Sunday following intense diplomatic efforts by the Government of South Sudan.
The group touched down at Juba International Airport on 16 November 2025, marking the end of a long period of uncertainty for the young cattle herders who had been held at Muzan Prison in Ethiopia.
https://www.sudanspost.com/27-eastern-equatoria-youth-released-by-ethiopia-arrive-in-juba/
The group touched down at Juba International Airport on 16 November 2025, marking the end of a long period of uncertainty for the young cattle herders who had been held at Muzan Prison in Ethiopia.
At least 27 South Sudanese youth from Eastern Equatoria State, who were detained for months in Ethiopia over allegations of illegal border crossing, arrived in Juba on Sunday following intense diplomatic efforts by the Government of South Sudan.
The group touched down at Juba International Airport on 16 November 2025, marking the end of a long period of uncertainty for the young cattle herders who had been held at Muzan Prison in Ethiopia.
https://www.sudanspost.com/27-eastern-equatoria-youth-released-by-ethiopia-arrive-in-juba/
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Salsay Woyane #Tigray announces leadership change as chairman Alula Hailu resigns
#Salsay_Woyane Tigray has announced a major leadership change following the voluntary resignation of its Chairman, Alula Hailu Nega.
According to the party, Alula, who has led the organization for the past six years—first as Vice Chairman beginning in December 2019 and later as Chairman since November 2023—tendered his resignation during a National Leadership meeting held over the weekend. Alula confirmed his resignation to Addis Standard.
"Now I have to prepare for further struggle and mainly because I think it will be a normalization of resigning from a responsibility in Tigray and be an example of the culture in our party and Tigray politics.” the outgoing Chairman wrote on Facebook adding, “Power is a workplace. And work is tiring, so it is appropriate to pass it on to someone else.” ...
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#Salsay_Woyane Tigray has announced a major leadership change following the voluntary resignation of its Chairman, Alula Hailu Nega.
According to the party, Alula, who has led the organization for the past six years—first as Vice Chairman beginning in December 2019 and later as Chairman since November 2023—tendered his resignation during a National Leadership meeting held over the weekend. Alula confirmed his resignation to Addis Standard.
"Now I have to prepare for further struggle and mainly because I think it will be a normalization of resigning from a responsibility in Tigray and be an example of the culture in our party and Tigray politics.” the outgoing Chairman wrote on Facebook adding, “Power is a workplace. And work is tiring, so it is appropriate to pass it on to someone else.” ...
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#Somalia confirms data breach hit e-visa system, launches national investigation
Somalia’s Immigration and Citizenship Authority (#ICA) says it has detected and blocked an “unlawful breach” targeting parts of the data of individuals using the country’s online visa platform (e-Visa).
In a statement issued on 16 November 2025, the ICA said the attempted breach was “immediately identified and swiftly prevented.” It did not specify the scale of the data targeted but said the incident is being treated with “the highest level of seriousness” by the federal government.
According to the statement, a national-level investigation team, made up of Somali government agencies and accredited international forensic experts, has been established to determine the scope of the attempt, its source, and its overall impact. The ICA said a comprehensive report, including details of the data involved and ...
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Somalia’s Immigration and Citizenship Authority (#ICA) says it has detected and blocked an “unlawful breach” targeting parts of the data of individuals using the country’s online visa platform (e-Visa).
In a statement issued on 16 November 2025, the ICA said the attempted breach was “immediately identified and swiftly prevented.” It did not specify the scale of the data targeted but said the incident is being treated with “the highest level of seriousness” by the federal government.
According to the statement, a national-level investigation team, made up of Somali government agencies and accredited international forensic experts, has been established to determine the scope of the attempt, its source, and its overall impact. The ICA said a comprehensive report, including details of the data involved and ...
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News: #Ethiopia reports three Marburg deaths, declares no active cases
The Ministry of Health has confirmed that three individuals have died from the #Marburg_virus out of six who passed after showing symptoms but said the country currently has no active cases.
In a press briefing today, Health Minister Dr. Mekdes Daba said 17 suspected cases had been identified & tested, with three confirmed positive for the Marburg virus. She noted that six people who exhibited symptoms have died, although laboratory confirmation was possible only for the three verified cases.
Dr. Mekdes said, "At this time, there are no individuals in treatment facilities infected with the virus." However, the minister noted that laboratory tests are still being conducted on those showing symptoms, & we continue to collect and process samples, and families of the suspected cases are being informed as the process continues.
Following the outbreak, BBC reported that six people, had reportedly died ...
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The Ministry of Health has confirmed that three individuals have died from the #Marburg_virus out of six who passed after showing symptoms but said the country currently has no active cases.
In a press briefing today, Health Minister Dr. Mekdes Daba said 17 suspected cases had been identified & tested, with three confirmed positive for the Marburg virus. She noted that six people who exhibited symptoms have died, although laboratory confirmation was possible only for the three verified cases.
Dr. Mekdes said, "At this time, there are no individuals in treatment facilities infected with the virus." However, the minister noted that laboratory tests are still being conducted on those showing symptoms, & we continue to collect and process samples, and families of the suspected cases are being informed as the process continues.
Following the outbreak, BBC reported that six people, had reportedly died ...
https://addisstandard.com/?p=53628
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#Op_ed: Navigating Betrayal, Defending Autonomy: Quadrant alignment imperiling #Tigray’s survival, sovereignty
In this op-ed, Mulugeta Gebregziabher warns that recent clashes along the Tigray–#Afar border threaten to undermine the fragile peace established by the 2022 #Pretoria Agreement. He contends that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s administration is conducting a coordinated “quadrant” campaign—military, political, media, and diplomatic—to weaken the #TPLF, #TDF, and the Tigray Interim Administration.
At the core of this pressure, the author claims, is Abiy’s pursuit of “absolute authority,” driven by a “monarchical ambition” incompatible with Tigray’s autonomy. The region now exists in a “twilight zone,” committed to peace yet compelled to defend itself.
Mulugeta emphasizes that “the coordinated assault on Tigray seems … well-funded and multi-dimensional,” describing the quadrant as a “political cudgel” that “must be exposed, resisted, and dismantled.”
https://addisstandard.com/?p=53624
In this op-ed, Mulugeta Gebregziabher warns that recent clashes along the Tigray–#Afar border threaten to undermine the fragile peace established by the 2022 #Pretoria Agreement. He contends that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s administration is conducting a coordinated “quadrant” campaign—military, political, media, and diplomatic—to weaken the #TPLF, #TDF, and the Tigray Interim Administration.
At the core of this pressure, the author claims, is Abiy’s pursuit of “absolute authority,” driven by a “monarchical ambition” incompatible with Tigray’s autonomy. The region now exists in a “twilight zone,” committed to peace yet compelled to defend itself.
Mulugeta emphasizes that “the coordinated assault on Tigray seems … well-funded and multi-dimensional,” describing the quadrant as a “political cudgel” that “must be exposed, resisted, and dismantled.”
https://addisstandard.com/?p=53624
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#Ethiopia: Election board opens candidate registration window for 7th General #Election
The National Election Board of Ethiopia (#NEBE) has called on political parties intending to compete in the 7th General Election, scheduled for 2026 to register their candidates using the Board’s digital system.
In a notice issued on 17 November 2025, NEBE said parties must first download the required forms from a link provided by the Board, complete them as instructed, and submit the documents in person through their previously designated representatives. Submissions are to be made at NEBE’s head office, Office No. 004, between 17 and 22 November 2025.
The Board also said political parties that participated in the 6th General Election will have priority to use the same election symbols in the upcoming polls. Parties may also submit new competition symbols that meet legal requirements or appear in person ...
https://addisstandard.com/news-election-board-opens-candidate-registration-window-for-7th-general-election/
The National Election Board of Ethiopia (#NEBE) has called on political parties intending to compete in the 7th General Election, scheduled for 2026 to register their candidates using the Board’s digital system.
In a notice issued on 17 November 2025, NEBE said parties must first download the required forms from a link provided by the Board, complete them as instructed, and submit the documents in person through their previously designated representatives. Submissions are to be made at NEBE’s head office, Office No. 004, between 17 and 22 November 2025.
The Board also said political parties that participated in the 6th General Election will have priority to use the same election symbols in the upcoming polls. Parties may also submit new competition symbols that meet legal requirements or appear in person ...
https://addisstandard.com/news-election-board-opens-candidate-registration-window-for-7th-general-election/
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#Ethiopian Airlines commits to purchase 11 additional Boeing 737 MAX aircraft
Ethiopian Airlines has signed an agreement to purchase 11 new Boeing 737-8 MAX jets, strengthening its position as #Africa’s largest carrier and expanding what is already the continent’s biggest Boeing aircraft backlog. The commitment was announced today at the #Dubai Airshow.
Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO said the order aligns with the airline’s long-term growth strategy and will support the expansion of its regional and international networks through its #Addis_Abeba hub. “The order will support our growth plans that we have set as part of our vision and strategy,” he said, adding that the carrier’s partnership with Boeing “continues to grow over the years.”
The additional aircraft will enhance the airline’s capacity on routes across Africa, the #Middle_East, #India and Southern #Europe, where...
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Ethiopian Airlines has signed an agreement to purchase 11 new Boeing 737-8 MAX jets, strengthening its position as #Africa’s largest carrier and expanding what is already the continent’s biggest Boeing aircraft backlog. The commitment was announced today at the #Dubai Airshow.
Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO said the order aligns with the airline’s long-term growth strategy and will support the expansion of its regional and international networks through its #Addis_Abeba hub. “The order will support our growth plans that we have set as part of our vision and strategy,” he said, adding that the carrier’s partnership with Boeing “continues to grow over the years.”
The additional aircraft will enhance the airline’s capacity on routes across Africa, the #Middle_East, #India and Southern #Europe, where...
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News: #Canada warns citizens to avoid several #Ethiopian regions over security and health risks
The government of Canada has issued an updated travel advisory warning its citizens of heightened security and health risks in Ethiopia, urging them to avoid travel to several regions of the country, especially to avoid all travel to #Amhara, #Tigray, #Benishangul-Gumuz, #Gambella, #Sidama, and the following zones in the #Oromia region: #North_Shewa, West #Wollega, East Wollega, #Kellem_Wollega and #Horo_Gudru Wollega.
The advisory, published on 14 November 2025, cites ongoing civil unrest, armed conflict and rising violent crime in various parts of Ethiopia. While #Addis_Abeba is described as relatively safer than other areas, Canadian authorities still advise travellers to remain highly vigilant in the capital.
According to the advisory, the northern regions of Amhara, Tigray and ...
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The government of Canada has issued an updated travel advisory warning its citizens of heightened security and health risks in Ethiopia, urging them to avoid travel to several regions of the country, especially to avoid all travel to #Amhara, #Tigray, #Benishangul-Gumuz, #Gambella, #Sidama, and the following zones in the #Oromia region: #North_Shewa, West #Wollega, East Wollega, #Kellem_Wollega and #Horo_Gudru Wollega.
The advisory, published on 14 November 2025, cites ongoing civil unrest, armed conflict and rising violent crime in various parts of Ethiopia. While #Addis_Abeba is described as relatively safer than other areas, Canadian authorities still advise travellers to remain highly vigilant in the capital.
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#Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar to visit #Ethiopia ahead of G20 summit to boost trade, diplomacy
Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to visit Ethiopia, #South_Africa and #Kenya from 18–24 November as part of efforts to expand Malaysia’s diplomatic reach and tap into fast-growing African markets, Malay Mail has reported.
Anwar will be accompanied by senior officials and a Malaysian business delegation on a special chartered Malaysia Airlines flight.
“The visit is aimed to deepen economic cooperation, attract investments and diversify Malaysia’s international partnerships under the government’s Madani agenda,” the prime minister’s senior press secretary, Tunku Nashrul Abaidah, was quoted as saying.
During his stop in Addis Abeba, Anwar is expected to call on Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie and attend the Malaysia–Ethiopia High-Level Business Forum. ...
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Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to visit Ethiopia, #South_Africa and #Kenya from 18–24 November as part of efforts to expand Malaysia’s diplomatic reach and tap into fast-growing African markets, Malay Mail has reported.
Anwar will be accompanied by senior officials and a Malaysian business delegation on a special chartered Malaysia Airlines flight.
“The visit is aimed to deepen economic cooperation, attract investments and diversify Malaysia’s international partnerships under the government’s Madani agenda,” the prime minister’s senior press secretary, Tunku Nashrul Abaidah, was quoted as saying.
During his stop in Addis Abeba, Anwar is expected to call on Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie and attend the Malaysia–Ethiopia High-Level Business Forum. ...
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#AS_Editorial: Lift the political siege on #Pretoria Agreement to avert the next tragedy
Three years after the signing of the Pretoria Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (CoHA), #Ethiopia’s political elite are once again steering the country perilously close to renewed conflict.
What was once hailed as a landmark peace accord, ending one of the deadliest wars of the 21st century, has become a fragile document under siege, politically, militarily, and rhetorically, by the very authorities that signed it....
At the center of this looming crisis lies the federal government’s systematic refusal to implement Pretoria, coupled with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s public attempts to delegitimize it. Addressing parliament on ...
This publication believes putting politics aside and prioritizing the lives of citizens is not optional, it is a moral & constitutional imperative..
Read the full editorial here: https://addisstandard.com/editorial-lift-the-political-siege-on-pretoria-agreement-to-avert-the-next-tragedy/
Three years after the signing of the Pretoria Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (CoHA), #Ethiopia’s political elite are once again steering the country perilously close to renewed conflict.
What was once hailed as a landmark peace accord, ending one of the deadliest wars of the 21st century, has become a fragile document under siege, politically, militarily, and rhetorically, by the very authorities that signed it....
At the center of this looming crisis lies the federal government’s systematic refusal to implement Pretoria, coupled with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s public attempts to delegitimize it. Addressing parliament on ...
This publication believes putting politics aside and prioritizing the lives of citizens is not optional, it is a moral & constitutional imperative..
Read the full editorial here: https://addisstandard.com/editorial-lift-the-political-siege-on-pretoria-agreement-to-avert-the-next-tragedy/
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