Addis Ababa Stories

Somalia's delegation visits Addis Ababa to strengthen ties under Ankara Declaration
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 23, 2024

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

Ethiopia's demolitions giving rise to a new Addis Ababa at the expense of city’s residents
The Conversation  |  Sep 10, 2024

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

Somalia, Ethiopia to resume talks on port deal under Turkish mediation, Ankara says
Reuters  |  Aug 09, 2024

Turkey is now mediating talks between the East African neighbours, whose ties became strained in January when Ethiopia agreed to lease 20 km (12 miles...

Ethiopia set for mega Addis Ababa airport upgrade as traveller numbers grow
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Apr 21, 2024

The New Addis Ababa International Airport project will cost between £1.6 billion and £2.5 billion.

Ethiopia police shoot dead two men planning an attack
AFP  |  Apr 12, 2024

One of the three was shot dead, a second died of his wounds in hospital while the third was arrested, the statement said.

Economic struggles in Ethiopia cast shadow over Muslims, Christians holy month
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 20, 2024

According to the latest World Bank estimates, the inflation rate in Ethiopia has surged to nearly 34 per cent, a figure that many citizens contend is...

Kenyan envoy Orina presents credentials to Ethiopian President
Amina Wako  |  Mar 15, 2024

He is replacing Jean Kamau, whose term came to an end last year.

Ethiopian court releases OLF officer Bate Urgessa on bail
Foreign Reporter  |  Mar 07, 2024

Bate Urgessa, an outspoken politician has already spent years in and out of detentions on several occasions.

Israel summons Brazilian envoy over President Lula's comments on Gaza at AU summit
Amina Wako  |  Feb 19, 2024

Lula told reporters in Addis Ababa that what was happening in Gaza "isn't a war, it's a genocide".

Ruto to address education, climate challenges at AU summit in Addis Ababa
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 16, 2024

The 37th Summit will run from February 17 to February 18, 2024.

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