#Breaking: #Eritrea withdraws from #IGAD, again; cites ‘failure to meet aspirations of the region’
Eritrea has officially informed the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) of its decision to withdraw from the regional bloc, according to a statement released by the country’s Ministry of Information.
The Horn of Africa's country latest departure from the regional bloc comes after diplomatic efforts within IGAD commenced to bring Asmara back into the fold on 8 July 2018. Then-IGAD Executive Secretary Amb. (Eng.) Mahboub Maalim praised Ethiopia and Eritrea’s rapprochement following the commitment to implement the Algiers Agreement.
Eritrea’s fraught relationship with IGAD has seen earlier attempts at rapprochement. In July 2011, Asmara moved to reactivate its membership in the bloc, four years after walking out in protest over what it said was IGAD’s position on “Ethiopia’s military intervention in Somalia”.
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Eritrea has officially informed the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) of its decision to withdraw from the regional bloc, according to a statement released by the country’s Ministry of Information.
The Horn of Africa's country latest departure from the regional bloc comes after diplomatic efforts within IGAD commenced to bring Asmara back into the fold on 8 July 2018. Then-IGAD Executive Secretary Amb. (Eng.) Mahboub Maalim praised Ethiopia and Eritrea’s rapprochement following the commitment to implement the Algiers Agreement.
Eritrea’s fraught relationship with IGAD has seen earlier attempts at rapprochement. In July 2011, Asmara moved to reactivate its membership in the bloc, four years after walking out in protest over what it said was IGAD’s position on “Ethiopia’s military intervention in Somalia”.
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#Sudan’s fallout hits #Yemen
In a development that could redraw the map of Yemen’s conflict, the Southern Transitional Council (#STC) announced that it had taken control of wide areas in the country’s south, including the city of #Aden.
For nearly a decade, the coastal city has served as the seat of Yemen’s internationally recognized government, backed by #Saudi_Arabia.
The STC, which seeks an independent #South_Yemen, said several senior officials had left Aden, including the prime minister and the head of the eight-member body that replaced the presidency.
The #UAE backs the STC in the civil war, now nearing its tenth year. The council has previously clashed with other factions within the #Saudi-backed government.
Since 2022, the STC has been part of an administration governing southern areas outside the reach of the Houthis, who have controlled Sanaa since 2014.
About a week ago,.
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In a development that could redraw the map of Yemen’s conflict, the Southern Transitional Council (#STC) announced that it had taken control of wide areas in the country’s south, including the city of #Aden.
For nearly a decade, the coastal city has served as the seat of Yemen’s internationally recognized government, backed by #Saudi_Arabia.
The STC, which seeks an independent #South_Yemen, said several senior officials had left Aden, including the prime minister and the head of the eight-member body that replaced the presidency.
The #UAE backs the STC in the civil war, now nearing its tenth year. The council has previously clashed with other factions within the #Saudi-backed government.
Since 2022, the STC has been part of an administration governing southern areas outside the reach of the Houthis, who have controlled Sanaa since 2014.
About a week ago,.
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News: #Tigray opposition parties reject ongoing dialogue conference, call for inclusive transitional government
Six opposition parties in Tigray have rejected the ongoing National Dialogue Conference, describing the process as illegitimate and excluding key political actors. In a joint statement issued on Friday, the parties said the forum lacks credibility and fails to provide the foundations needed for meaningful negotiations.
The statement was signed by the Tigray Independence Party (#TIP), #Salsay_Woyane Tigray, the National Congress for Greater Tigray (#Baitona), Tigrai Generation Party, #Arena Tigray, and Tinsa’e Sebia Enderta Party.
The parties said the conference—established under Regulation No. 29/2 by what they described as a body “claiming to be the Interim Administration of Tigray”—is dominated by a single armed group and was launched without clarifying its mandate, purpose, powers, membership, or inclusivity.
They argued that the forum does ...
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Six opposition parties in Tigray have rejected the ongoing National Dialogue Conference, describing the process as illegitimate and excluding key political actors. In a joint statement issued on Friday, the parties said the forum lacks credibility and fails to provide the foundations needed for meaningful negotiations.
The statement was signed by the Tigray Independence Party (#TIP), #Salsay_Woyane Tigray, the National Congress for Greater Tigray (#Baitona), Tigrai Generation Party, #Arena Tigray, and Tinsa’e Sebia Enderta Party.
The parties said the conference—established under Regulation No. 29/2 by what they described as a body “claiming to be the Interim Administration of Tigray”—is dominated by a single armed group and was launched without clarifying its mandate, purpose, powers, membership, or inclusivity.
They argued that the forum does ...
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#AS_Editorial: #Ethiopia’s Crises: Confronting manufactured peace, broken trust, and the unraveling of continental mediation
Ethiopia’s ruling party’s latest attempt at peace-making has once again revealed a familiar and failing pattern: fragmented processes, opaque negotiations, and the quiet complicity of continental bodies entrusted with preventing conflicts.
On 4 December 2025, state media reported that the #Amhara Regional Government and the #Amhara Fano People’s Organization (#AFPO) had signed a “peace agreement” in Addis Abeba.
Representatives from the African Union (#AU) and Intragovernmental Authority on Development (#IGAD) were introduced as mediators, and both institutions publicly praised the agreement. The federal government celebrated it as a response to public demands for peace.
AFPO’s leadership, however, swiftly rejected the deal as “illegitimate” and “unauthorized,” challenging not only the agreement’s validity but the credibility of....
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Ethiopia’s ruling party’s latest attempt at peace-making has once again revealed a familiar and failing pattern: fragmented processes, opaque negotiations, and the quiet complicity of continental bodies entrusted with preventing conflicts.
On 4 December 2025, state media reported that the #Amhara Regional Government and the #Amhara Fano People’s Organization (#AFPO) had signed a “peace agreement” in Addis Abeba.
Representatives from the African Union (#AU) and Intragovernmental Authority on Development (#IGAD) were introduced as mediators, and both institutions publicly praised the agreement. The federal government celebrated it as a response to public demands for peace.
AFPO’s leadership, however, swiftly rejected the deal as “illegitimate” and “unauthorized,” challenging not only the agreement’s validity but the credibility of....
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#US accuses #Rwanda of violating the peace deal as M23 rebels seize a key eastern Congo city
The remarks by U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz came as more than 400 civilians have been killed since the Rwanda-backed #M23 rebels escalated their offensive in eastern #Congo’s South Kivu province, according to regional officials who also say that Rwandan special forces were in the strategic city of Uvira.
Waltz told the U.N. Security Council that the U.S. is “profoundly concerned and incredibly disappointed with the renewed outbreak of violence” by M23.
“Rwanda is leading the region towards increased instability and war,” Waltz warned. “We will use the tools at our disposal to hold to account spoilers to peace.”
He called on Rwanda to respect Congo’s right to defend its territory and invite friendly forces from neighboring Burundi to fight alongside Congolese forces. He also said the U.S. is ...
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The remarks by U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz came as more than 400 civilians have been killed since the Rwanda-backed #M23 rebels escalated their offensive in eastern #Congo’s South Kivu province, according to regional officials who also say that Rwandan special forces were in the strategic city of Uvira.
Waltz told the U.N. Security Council that the U.S. is “profoundly concerned and incredibly disappointed with the renewed outbreak of violence” by M23.
“Rwanda is leading the region towards increased instability and war,” Waltz warned. “We will use the tools at our disposal to hold to account spoilers to peace.”
He called on Rwanda to respect Congo’s right to defend its territory and invite friendly forces from neighboring Burundi to fight alongside Congolese forces. He also said the U.S. is ...
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News: U.S. ends Temporary Protected Status for #Ethiopian nationals, citing improved conditions
The #United_States Department of Homeland Security (#DHS) has announced the termination of Ethiopia’s Temporary Protected Status (#TPS), ending protections that have allowed eligible Ethiopian nationals to live and work legally in the U.S. since the designation was first granted in 2022.
In a statement issued this week, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem said the decision follows a “careful assessment of country conditions,” concluding that circumstances in Ethiopia “no longer meet the statutory requirements” for extending TPS.
A spokesperson for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (#USCIS) emphasized that the program is intended to be temporary.
“Temporary Protected Status designations are time-limited and were never meant to be a ticket to permanent residency,” the spokesperson said. “Conditions in Ethiopia no longer pose a serious threat to the personal safety of ...
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The #United_States Department of Homeland Security (#DHS) has announced the termination of Ethiopia’s Temporary Protected Status (#TPS), ending protections that have allowed eligible Ethiopian nationals to live and work legally in the U.S. since the designation was first granted in 2022.
In a statement issued this week, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem said the decision follows a “careful assessment of country conditions,” concluding that circumstances in Ethiopia “no longer meet the statutory requirements” for extending TPS.
A spokesperson for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (#USCIS) emphasized that the program is intended to be temporary.
“Temporary Protected Status designations are time-limited and were never meant to be a ticket to permanent residency,” the spokesperson said. “Conditions in Ethiopia no longer pose a serious threat to the personal safety of ...
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News: Call for respect of #Ethiopia, #Eritrea sovereignty as #EU, other key states mark Algiers agreement anniversary
EU and a group of partner countries have renewed calls for respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity in Ethiopia–Eritrea relations, as renewed tensions overshadow the 25th anniversary of the #Algiers Agreement, the accord that formally ended the 1998–2000 war between the two neighbors.
In a statement marking the anniversary, the European Union reaffirmed its full support for the agreement and for the border as determined by the Eritrea–Ethiopia Boundary Commission, urging both countries to respect each other’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
It further called on the two sides to resolve any tensions or disputes through peaceful & diplomatic means, stressing that adherence to these principles remains essential for the stability of the wider region.
In a joint statement marking the anniversary, the governments ...
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EU and a group of partner countries have renewed calls for respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity in Ethiopia–Eritrea relations, as renewed tensions overshadow the 25th anniversary of the #Algiers Agreement, the accord that formally ended the 1998–2000 war between the two neighbors.
In a statement marking the anniversary, the European Union reaffirmed its full support for the agreement and for the border as determined by the Eritrea–Ethiopia Boundary Commission, urging both countries to respect each other’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
It further called on the two sides to resolve any tensions or disputes through peaceful & diplomatic means, stressing that adherence to these principles remains essential for the stability of the wider region.
In a joint statement marking the anniversary, the governments ...
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#Ethiopia: Kidnapped prosecutor released in #West_Shewa, officials say
Authorities in West Shewa Zone have confirmed the release of a prosecutor who was abducted earlier this month while traveling to work.
The West Shewa Zone Prosecutor’s Office said Shibiru Guta Megersa, prosecutor with a visual impairment who is serving in Ejersa Lafo woreda, was released on the night of 11 December, 2025, after being held for several days by what officials described as “armed groups operating in forested areas.”
According to the office, Shibiru dropped off around 8:00 p.m. on an asphalt road in Adami Gotu kebele of Waliso district, in Southwest Shewa Zone. He was found early the following morning, on 12 December.
The office added that the prosecutor is currently unwell and receiving medical treatment at a nearby health facility.
Shibiru was reportedly abducted on 08 December, 2025, while returning to his duty station by vehicle after visiting his family.
No group has claimed responsibility for the abduction.
Authorities in West Shewa Zone have confirmed the release of a prosecutor who was abducted earlier this month while traveling to work.
The West Shewa Zone Prosecutor’s Office said Shibiru Guta Megersa, prosecutor with a visual impairment who is serving in Ejersa Lafo woreda, was released on the night of 11 December, 2025, after being held for several days by what officials described as “armed groups operating in forested areas.”
According to the office, Shibiru dropped off around 8:00 p.m. on an asphalt road in Adami Gotu kebele of Waliso district, in Southwest Shewa Zone. He was found early the following morning, on 12 December.
The office added that the prosecutor is currently unwell and receiving medical treatment at a nearby health facility.
Shibiru was reportedly abducted on 08 December, 2025, while returning to his duty station by vehicle after visiting his family.
No group has claimed responsibility for the abduction.
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News: #IGAD expresses regret over #Eritrea’s withdrawal, calls for renewed engagement
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) said it has taken note of Eritrea’s decision to withdraw from the regional bloc, expressing regret over the move and urging Asmara to reconsider its position, a day after Eritrean authorities announced their formal exit citing the organization’s alleged failure to meet the aspirations of the region.
In a statement issued following Eritrea’s notification through a formal Note Verbale, IGAD recalled that Eritrea had self-suspended its participation in the organization for nearly two decades before formally rejoining in June 2023, after the 14th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government.
At the time, IGAD said, Eritrea was unanimously welcomed back by all member states, reflecting a shared commitment to inclusivity, regional solidarity, and renewed cooperation.
The statement comes after Eritrea announced yesterday that it ....
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The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) said it has taken note of Eritrea’s decision to withdraw from the regional bloc, expressing regret over the move and urging Asmara to reconsider its position, a day after Eritrean authorities announced their formal exit citing the organization’s alleged failure to meet the aspirations of the region.
In a statement issued following Eritrea’s notification through a formal Note Verbale, IGAD recalled that Eritrea had self-suspended its participation in the organization for nearly two decades before formally rejoining in June 2023, after the 14th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government.
At the time, IGAD said, Eritrea was unanimously welcomed back by all member states, reflecting a shared commitment to inclusivity, regional solidarity, and renewed cooperation.
The statement comes after Eritrea announced yesterday that it ....
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New Marburg virus case confirmed in #Ethiopia after ten-day gap
Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health has confirmed a new case of #Marburg virus disease, the first reported in ten days, bringing the total number of confirmed infections to 14.
In a statement issued on 12 December, 2025, the ministry said one additional case of the virus was recorded, marking the first confirmation since 02 December, 2025.
The newly confirmed patient is currently under medical follow-up at #Jinka General Hospital, the ministry said, without providing further details on the individual’s condition.
The latest confirmation raises the total number of Marburg virus cases to 14 since the outbreak was first detected in Jinka town, #South_Ethiopia Region.
According to the ministry, a total of 1,765 laboratory tests have so far been conducted nationwide, with 14 people testing positive for the virus. Of those confirmed..
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Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health has confirmed a new case of #Marburg virus disease, the first reported in ten days, bringing the total number of confirmed infections to 14.
In a statement issued on 12 December, 2025, the ministry said one additional case of the virus was recorded, marking the first confirmation since 02 December, 2025.
The newly confirmed patient is currently under medical follow-up at #Jinka General Hospital, the ministry said, without providing further details on the individual’s condition.
The latest confirmation raises the total number of Marburg virus cases to 14 since the outbreak was first detected in Jinka town, #South_Ethiopia Region.
According to the ministry, a total of 1,765 laboratory tests have so far been conducted nationwide, with 14 people testing positive for the virus. Of those confirmed..
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News: #Egypt’s President El Sisi plans Washington visit this month for talks with Trump, #Ethiopia’s GERD expected on agenda
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El Sisi is planning a visit to Washington later this month for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump, with discussions expected to include Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (#GERD) on the Nile, The National reports, citing sources familiar with the preparations.
According to the report, #Cairo intends to seek direct U.S. engagement in its long-running dispute with Ethiopia over the Nile dam, which Egypt views as a threat to its share of the river’s waters.
The sources said President El Sisi is expected to ask President Trump to press Ethiopia toward a framework under which the dam would be operated jointly by experts from Nile Basin countries, alongside representatives of the African Union.
The National further reported that Egypt is also seeking U.S. backing for a ….
The planned visit comes...
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Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El Sisi is planning a visit to Washington later this month for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump, with discussions expected to include Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (#GERD) on the Nile, The National reports, citing sources familiar with the preparations.
According to the report, #Cairo intends to seek direct U.S. engagement in its long-running dispute with Ethiopia over the Nile dam, which Egypt views as a threat to its share of the river’s waters.
The sources said President El Sisi is expected to ask President Trump to press Ethiopia toward a framework under which the dam would be operated jointly by experts from Nile Basin countries, alongside representatives of the African Union.
The National further reported that Egypt is also seeking U.S. backing for a ….
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#Sudan’s Burhan orders oil talks with #Juba after message from Kiir
Sudan’s Sovereign Council President Abdel Fattah al-Burhan ordered officials on Sunday to engage with South Sudan on oil and energy issues after receiving a letter from President Salva Kiir.
The diplomatic exchange follows the deployment of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (#SSPDF) to the Heglig oil field in West Kordofan on December 10. The move was part of a tripartite agreement between Burhan, Kiir, and Rapid Support Forces (#RSF) Commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo to secure the vital infrastructure.
South Sudanese troops secured the field two days after the paramilitary RSF seized the area. The Sudanese army had evacuated its positions and withdrawn across the border into South Sudan, where soldiers were disarmed.
Tut Gatluak, South Sudan’s presidential security advisor, delivered Kiir’s letter to Burhan in Port Sudan.
Foreign Ministry Undersecretary Muawiya Osman said Burhan instructed ..
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Sudan’s Sovereign Council President Abdel Fattah al-Burhan ordered officials on Sunday to engage with South Sudan on oil and energy issues after receiving a letter from President Salva Kiir.
The diplomatic exchange follows the deployment of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (#SSPDF) to the Heglig oil field in West Kordofan on December 10. The move was part of a tripartite agreement between Burhan, Kiir, and Rapid Support Forces (#RSF) Commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo to secure the vital infrastructure.
South Sudanese troops secured the field two days after the paramilitary RSF seized the area. The Sudanese army had evacuated its positions and withdrawn across the border into South Sudan, where soldiers were disarmed.
Tut Gatluak, South Sudan’s presidential security advisor, delivered Kiir’s letter to Burhan in Port Sudan.
Foreign Ministry Undersecretary Muawiya Osman said Burhan instructed ..
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#Ethiopian delegation led by House Speaker Tagese Chaffo visits #Iran defense achievements fair
Ethiopian parliamentary delegation led by Speaker of the House of Peoples’ Representatives, #Tagese Chaffo, has visited an exhibition showcasing Iran’s defense industry achievements in #Tehran, according to Iran’s Mehr News Agency.
The delegation toured the Exhibition of Iran’s Defense Industry Achievements at the Ministry of Defense on Sunday. The visit followed meetings with senior Iranian officials, including Judiciary Chief Gholam-Hossein Mohseni Ejei, President Masoud Pezeshkian, and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Mehr News Agency reported.
The Ethiopian lawmakers traveled to Tehran at the official invitation of Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. During the visit, the delegation was briefed on Iran’s latest developments in the defense sector and observed a range of...
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Ethiopian parliamentary delegation led by Speaker of the House of Peoples’ Representatives, #Tagese Chaffo, has visited an exhibition showcasing Iran’s defense industry achievements in #Tehran, according to Iran’s Mehr News Agency.
The delegation toured the Exhibition of Iran’s Defense Industry Achievements at the Ministry of Defense on Sunday. The visit followed meetings with senior Iranian officials, including Judiciary Chief Gholam-Hossein Mohseni Ejei, President Masoud Pezeshkian, and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Mehr News Agency reported.
The Ethiopian lawmakers traveled to Tehran at the official invitation of Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. During the visit, the delegation was briefed on Iran’s latest developments in the defense sector and observed a range of...
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News: #Indian PM Modi to address joint session of #Ethiopia’s Parliament as talks with PM Abiy Ahmed focus on investment, cyber security
Indian Prime Minister Narendra #Modi is set to pay a historic visit to Ethiopia from 16 to 17 December, his first trip to the country, as India prepares to chair the #BRICS summit in 2026, according to Asian News International (ANI).
Speaking ahead of the visit, Indian Envoy to Ethiopia Anil Kumar Rai said Prime Minister Modi will hold extensive discussions with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali on all aspects of bilateral relations, with investments, agriculture, mining, digital public infrastructure, and cybersecurity high on the agenda.
During the visit, Prime Minister Modi is also expected to address a joint session of Ethiopia’s Parliament.
Speaking ahead of the visit, India’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Anil Kumar Rai, described the trip as a “very historic moment” that will strengthen bilateral cooperation and deepen coordination ...
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra #Modi is set to pay a historic visit to Ethiopia from 16 to 17 December, his first trip to the country, as India prepares to chair the #BRICS summit in 2026, according to Asian News International (ANI).
Speaking ahead of the visit, Indian Envoy to Ethiopia Anil Kumar Rai said Prime Minister Modi will hold extensive discussions with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali on all aspects of bilateral relations, with investments, agriculture, mining, digital public infrastructure, and cybersecurity high on the agenda.
During the visit, Prime Minister Modi is also expected to address a joint session of Ethiopia’s Parliament.
Speaking ahead of the visit, India’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Anil Kumar Rai, described the trip as a “very historic moment” that will strengthen bilateral cooperation and deepen coordination ...
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#Ethiopia: Tigray’s poverty rate drops to 70% from wartime peak of 90%, officials say
Poverty in #Tigray has declined to 70 percent from an estimated 90 percent during the height of the war, the Tigray Bureau of Agriculture and Natural Resources reported, while cautioning that a large proportion of the population remains in what officials described as a “serious danger” situation.
Prior to the conflict, Tigray’s poverty rate stood at approximately 26 percent.
Speaking at a conference assessing the state of agriculture and outlining future development plans, Bureau Head Alembirhan Harefeyo emphasized….
The region also generated around USD 112 million annually in foreign currency through agricultural exports before the war. That figure has since collapsed to just USD 2.6 million, highlighting the scale of destruction to livelihoods, markets, and production systems.
The regional disclosure comes amid a broader national context of rising poverty...
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Poverty in #Tigray has declined to 70 percent from an estimated 90 percent during the height of the war, the Tigray Bureau of Agriculture and Natural Resources reported, while cautioning that a large proportion of the population remains in what officials described as a “serious danger” situation.
Prior to the conflict, Tigray’s poverty rate stood at approximately 26 percent.
Speaking at a conference assessing the state of agriculture and outlining future development plans, Bureau Head Alembirhan Harefeyo emphasized….
The region also generated around USD 112 million annually in foreign currency through agricultural exports before the war. That figure has since collapsed to just USD 2.6 million, highlighting the scale of destruction to livelihoods, markets, and production systems.
The regional disclosure comes amid a broader national context of rising poverty...
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#Commentary: From #Pretoria to Pandora’s Box: What new U.S. national security strategy means for peace in Horn of Africa, #Tigray
For decades, #Africa relied on #Washington as the ultimate arbiter of global order. Mulugeta Gebregziabher argues that “that era is over,” as the new #US National Security Strategy (#NSS) signals a withdrawal from the continent, except for token partnerships like #Kenya, now a “Major Non-NATO Ally.”
He warns that the Horn of Africa faces renewed peril, with #Ethiopia and #Eritrea edging toward war and the Pretoria Agreement in Tigray weakened by stalled implementation. With the U.S. pivoting away, Tigray must pursue multipolar engagement.
“The time for slogans is over,” Mulugeta emphasizes, adding, “The time for strategy and new generational strategic leadership is now.”
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For decades, #Africa relied on #Washington as the ultimate arbiter of global order. Mulugeta Gebregziabher argues that “that era is over,” as the new #US National Security Strategy (#NSS) signals a withdrawal from the continent, except for token partnerships like #Kenya, now a “Major Non-NATO Ally.”
He warns that the Horn of Africa faces renewed peril, with #Ethiopia and #Eritrea edging toward war and the Pretoria Agreement in Tigray weakened by stalled implementation. With the U.S. pivoting away, Tigray must pursue multipolar engagement.
“The time for slogans is over,” Mulugeta emphasizes, adding, “The time for strategy and new generational strategic leadership is now.”
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#Ethiopia-#Eritrea: “…prevent escalations…” #AUC Chairperson
Marking the 25th anniversary of the #Algiers Agreement, #AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf paid tribute to the accord as a “historic” milestone that ended the 1998-2000 Ethiopia–Eritrea war and said it represented the “enduring aspirations of the peoples of both sister nations for cooperation and shared prosperity.”
The Chairperson urged Addis Abeba and Asmara to renew their commitment to the spirit of the agreement, and to embrace dialogue, good neighborliness as the best path to durable good-neighborliness.
He also cautioned that regional stability in the #Horn_of_Africa and the #Red_Sea region, and the wellbeing of their peoples, “depend on sustained efforts to strengthen trust, deepen cooperation, and prevent escalations that undermine collective security.”
Reaffirming AU's readiness to support both countries, the Chairperson pledged AU's commitment to peace, dev't, cross-border cooperation, & a shared future anchored in partnership.
Marking the 25th anniversary of the #Algiers Agreement, #AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf paid tribute to the accord as a “historic” milestone that ended the 1998-2000 Ethiopia–Eritrea war and said it represented the “enduring aspirations of the peoples of both sister nations for cooperation and shared prosperity.”
The Chairperson urged Addis Abeba and Asmara to renew their commitment to the spirit of the agreement, and to embrace dialogue, good neighborliness as the best path to durable good-neighborliness.
He also cautioned that regional stability in the #Horn_of_Africa and the #Red_Sea region, and the wellbeing of their peoples, “depend on sustained efforts to strengthen trust, deepen cooperation, and prevent escalations that undermine collective security.”
Reaffirming AU's readiness to support both countries, the Chairperson pledged AU's commitment to peace, dev't, cross-border cooperation, & a shared future anchored in partnership.
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#Ethiopia registers six heritage sites with #UNESCO over past three years, authorities say
Addis Abeba — Ethiopia has registered six heritage sites with the #United_Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as World Heritage and Intangible Cultural Heritage properties over the past three years, according to the Ethiopian Heritage Authority.
Deputy Director of the Authority, Elias Shikur, said the most recent registration took place during the 20th UNESCO meeting held in New Delhi, India, where the #Wolayta nation’s New Year celebration, #Gifaata, was inscribed as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
The six heritage properties registered during the period include Gifaata, the traditional legal system of #Heer Ise, the #Shewal-Eid celebration, the #Gedeo Cultural Landscape, the #Melka_Kunture archaeological site, & #Bale Mountains National Park.
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Addis Abeba — Ethiopia has registered six heritage sites with the #United_Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as World Heritage and Intangible Cultural Heritage properties over the past three years, according to the Ethiopian Heritage Authority.
Deputy Director of the Authority, Elias Shikur, said the most recent registration took place during the 20th UNESCO meeting held in New Delhi, India, where the #Wolayta nation’s New Year celebration, #Gifaata, was inscribed as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
The six heritage properties registered during the period include Gifaata, the traditional legal system of #Heer Ise, the #Shewal-Eid celebration, the #Gedeo Cultural Landscape, the #Melka_Kunture archaeological site, & #Bale Mountains National Park.
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