Ethiopia's Somali region Stories

Ethiopia’s Somali region bans costly wedding traditions in bid to ease burden on youth
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 21, 2025

Among those banned are the ritual slaughter of camels, expensive engagement gift exchanges, and the distribution of khat and cigarettes during celebra...

After finding peace in Kenya, Ethiopian refugee plans permanent stay
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 25, 2024

Abdullahi's escape was not just from violence but also from the oppressive environment that followed the contentious 2010 elections.

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