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The agreement covers cooperation in areas including counterterrorism, training, and related military capacity building programs.

In March 2022, the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum issued an ultimatum with a list of conditions to be met by Poly-GCL related to its activities in the resource-rich Ogaden Basin, in the Somali regional state.

The persistent conflict between government security forces and Fano militants in the Amhara region is inflicting substantial harm upon civilians and property.

The AU emphasised the necessity of upholding the Permanent Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (COHA) signed between the TPLF and Ethiopia in Pretoria.

Experts say the standoff could lead to Ethiopia and Eritrea backing rival camps in Tigray and ultimately coming into direct conflict.

For the first time in several months, 65 officials from the Afar region travelled to Jigjiga, the capital of the Somali region, to share a Ramadan meal with their Somali counterparts.

Disputes between rival factions intensified recently with the region’s embattled administrator appealing for help from the federal government after a rival faction challenged his power.

The ongoing events in Fentale, as well as the Dofan area to the north, are the most recent in the history of molten material rising to the surface as parts of the earth’s crust move apart from each other.

Food insecurity, OCHA stated, remains a key issue. The report noted that “malnutrition, particularly among children and women, has reached concerning levels in different parts of the country.”

The GSC report also highlighted the dire conditions of the more than 900,000 displaced individuals in the Tigray region, with 18% of IDPs across 90 collective centres experiencing “severe overcrowding and a lack of privacy”.

Amnesty also noted that in August 2024, Türkiye forcibly returned about 180 Eritreans, which it said violated their right to protection and the principle of non-refoulement.

In response, the Axum District Court issued a warrant on January 27, ordering the detention of school officials accused of defying the court’s ruling. The court stated that their actions “undermine the court’s authority.”

After Eritrea gained independence in 1991, the two nations fought a brutal border war between 1998 and 2000, which ended under an Algeria-mediated peace deal.

The Addis Ababa centre is the first large-scale, multi-functional editorial hub established by a Russian media company in Ethiopia.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan compared the Ankara Declaration to the Development Road project, calling it a similarly strategic initiative with the potential to foster long-term stability and economic growth.

The East African nation defaulted on its sole $1 billion bond in December 2023, and negotiations over restructuring the debt have been slow and acrimonious.

Key components of the initiative include assessing, designing, procuring, installing, modifying, testing, commissioning, and handing over state-of-the-art cold room facilities.

Analysts fear the deepening rift could spill over into violence, further destabilising Africa's second-most populous country.

Given the growing geopolitical interest in the Horn of Africa, Ethiopia's membership will allow it to counter external influence while promoting its own regional agenda.

Addressing the media on Wednesday, council leaders attributed the sharp rise to the depreciation of the local currency against the US dollar, which has significantly impacted costs.

Deadly traffic accidents are common in Ethiopia, where driving standards are poor and many vehicles are badly maintained.

Ethiopia has been struggling to clear its mountainous debt and in 2023 the country defaulted on its $1 billion Eurobond.

Amid soaring prices, some Tigray locals have stormed banks to withdraw money to buy and hoard food and other essential goods.

The announcement was made by the Office of the Prime Minister on Sunday, confirming that Abiy secured the position “with a significant number of votes.”

The conflict has forced tens of thousands of people from their homes, and more than 2 million people in Amhara rely on food aid to survive.

The Ethiopian government has focused on improving coffee quality and sustainability, investing in training for farmers and encouraging eco-friendly farming practices.

The Axum City District Court had previously suspended the directive prohibiting Muslim students from wearing hijabs and summoned five schools to respond to the allegations.

According to Tigray's interim regional administration, nearly one million displaced people have not been able to return to their homes.

The rise was attributed to the exchange rate adjustment and new loans amounting to $1.6 billion, secured from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank.

The IMF's role in Ethiopia's debt overhaul has come under criticism from some quarters, including from World Bank staff, who questioned the conclusions reached by the Fund's debt sustainability assessment in an internal document last year.

Local officials have also reported widespread damage to homes, schools, health centres, and roads.

Bulcha Demeksa will be remembered as a visionary, a statesman, and a tireless advocate for justice, leaving behind a legacy that will inspire generations to come.

The project is expected to provide irrigation for up to 10,000 hectares of agricultural land, enhancing local food production and supporting the livelihoods of farmers in the region.

The authors suggest that based on the DSA, Ethiopia is facing a short-term liquidity crunch, and not a long-term solvency issue, a point of contention between the government and holders of its $1 billion international bond that is in default.

The inclusion of both Egypt and Ethiopia in the peacekeeping mission presents a diplomatic tightrope for Somalia.

The visit follows a landmark agreement brokered by Turkey to diffuse tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia, marking a renewed commitment to cooperation and mutual respect.

Last month, Ethiopia and IMF agreed on the second review of a $3.4 billion financing programme.

This renewed diplomatic push comes as Egypt seeks international mediation to secure a favourable agreement on the dam's operation.

Speaking at an event in Turkey’s eastern province of Erzurum, Erdogan highlighted the lengthy negotiations that led to the breakthrough.

Somalia expressed a willingness to facilitate Ethiopia's maritime needs, provided Somali sovereignty remains intact.

Erdogan described the agreement as a "historic" milestone, expressing hope that it would mark "the first step toward a new beginning based on peace and cooperation between Somalia and Ethiopia." 

In two posts on X, the Turkish Presidency said Erdogan held bilateral meetings with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Ankara.

Last year 185 content moderators sued Meta and two contractors, saying they had lost their jobs with Sama, a Kenya-based firm contracted to moderate Facebook content, for trying to organise a union.

Sagni during a press briefing on December 6, revealed that the agreement would take effect within two days.

The administration’s statement contends that Debretsion’s faction has transitioned from merely “obstructing government work” to engaging in outright “coup activities.”

Amnesty documented the detention of people from in four camps which have been described as “clusters” that systematically confine people from specific areas.

Ethiopia plans to reach a deal with bilateral creditors by year-end, the Fund said, followed by a deal with its Eurobond investors.

Both sides announced a staff-level agreement on the review late last month, which was then submitted to the board for consideration.

The reshuffle comes at a critical time, as Ethiopia continues to navigate complex diplomatic relationships within the Horn of Africa and globally.

Ethiopia's telecoms industry, serving a population of about 120 million, was considered a big prize in the government's efforts to open up the economy.

The proposal was written by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and shared with the Ethiopia Humanitarian Country Team.

In his address, Taye outlined the government’s commitment to upholding “constitutional order” and ensuring the “safety and security” of Ethiopia’s citizens.

Zewde formally handed over the country’s constitution to Taye and departed without addressing lawmakers.

Among those removed are Beyene Mekru, Professor Kindeya Gebrehiwot, Dr. Hagos Godefay, and Almaz Gebretsadq.

A substantial reason for the lack of progress in building sustainable peace is that the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement has holes in it.

Workneh Gebeyehu, the IGAD Executive Secretary, extended his congratulations to Abiy on his new role, expressing optimism about the future of the region's tourism sector under his leadership.

Relations nosedived in January when Ethiopia agreed to lease 20 kilometres of coastline from the breakaway Somaliland region.

The Ethiopian Minister of Foreign Affairs stated that Djibouti did not propose to hand over or sell the Tajura Port to Ethiopia.

The general also addressed recent changes in leadership within the interim administration, including controversial demotions and promotions. 

PM Abiy Ahmed is prioritising grand projects designed to attract foreign direct investment to Ethiopia.

He warned, "those who are afar and nearby" should understand that "we usually embarrass and repel those who dare try to invade us."

Five diplomats told Reuters the suspension was a tangible signal that the relationship between Asmara and Addis had soured significantly.

The congress was however marked by internal conflicts, leading to significant leadership changes and boycotts from key members.

The letter, addressed to diplomatic missions, international, and regional organisations in Ethiopia, emphasised the country's commitment to combating climate change as the key motivation behind the decision.

For many of the returnees, the long-anticipated journey back home has turned into a nightmare. They have found their homes reduced to rubble, their livelihoods erased, and their communities struggling to cope with the aftermath of war.

The IMF deal unlocked more financing from lenders including the World Bank and paved the way for a fresh debt restructuring push.

The negotiations, facilitated by Turkey, aim to resolve the dispute and restore normal relations between Ethiopia and Somalia.

Dubai-based engineering and consulting firm Sidara will design the airport, the company's director of operations Tariq Al Qanni said.

The statement noted that the weighted average rate of all successful bids was birr 107.9 per USD.

Birr has lost approximately 70 per cent of its value against the dollar since the flotation was announced on July 29, with exchange rates varying widely in the fragmented market.

PM Abiy also established a task force to ensure the measures put in place to cushion the vulnerable are not exploited. 

“Will some people be hurt by inflation? Yes. But this isn’t about striking gold or birr; it’s about making tough choices with significant benefits,” PM Abiy explained.

The airline carried 17.1 million passengers in the same period, up 23%, the broadcaster quoted Ethiopian Airlines Chief Executive Mesfin Tasew as saying at a results press conference.

It remains to be seen how PM Abiy will navigate these reforms, especially in light of the developments in Kenya and Ghana where both countries are facing significant challenges in implementing IMF conditions. 

The birr currency fell 30 per cent against the dollar to 74.73 per dollar after the restrictions were lifted, the biggest commercial lender said.

AMC reported that only two bodies have been recovered so far. The survivors were taken to nearby hospitals for medical treatment.

Ethiopia has been under pressure, including from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), to move to a market-determined exchange rate to deal with an overvalued currency and foreign exchange shortages.

The population of Tigray, estimated between six and seven million, has been deeply affected by a two-year conflict that ended in late 2022.

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs said the number is expected to rise to 500.

On Monday an official said at least 50 people had died and children and police officers were among the dead.

A second landslide engulfed others who had gathered to help those affected by the first landslide.

A passenger can be seen expressing frustration after allegedly being removed from her seat, reportedly to make way for a minister.

Hachalu rose to prominence during the prolonged 2015-2016 anti-government protests which forced Prime Minister Haile Desalegn to resign and Abiy Ahmed, also an Oromo, assumed office in 2018.

The refugees confirmed that a three-year-old child and several others were injured during the attack.

The new agreement will see the two countries swap the currencies with a nominal value of up to AED 3 billion and ETB 46 billion.

Despite the slow speeds, the resident expressed satisfaction with the service’s return.

PM Abiy stressed that the problems of nations should be resolved internally without external interference.

Notable indicators of the new inflation rate were highly boosted by a half drop in non-food stuff from 31.5 per cent to 15.3 per cent.