Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Stories

Nile tensions resurface as Egypt slams Ethiopia’s dam completion
Mwangi Maina  |  Jul 11, 2025

Egypt's Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation criticised the completion of the $4 billion (h518 billion)billion Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (...

Somali, Egyptian leaders meet in Cairo amid tensions over Ethiopia’s dam
Mwangi Maina  |  Jul 08, 2025

The Somali presidency, Villa Somalia, praised Egypt's "unwavering support," but analysts suggest that Egypt is seeking diplomatic ballast amid heighte...

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed pushes for sea access, avoids war - for now
Mwangi Maina  |  Jul 04, 2025

For landlocked Ethiopia - a country of over 130 million people and one of Africa's fastest-growing economies - the lack of direct access to maritime t...

PM Abiy calls for unity amid Egypt, Sudan tensions as Ethiopia completes grand dam construction
Mwangi Maina  |  Jul 03, 2025

Prime Minister Abiy emphasised that Ethiopia’s development goals will not undermine the interests of its downstream neighbours.

Ethiopia unlocks banking sector to foreign investors in landmark reform
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 27, 2025

The directive permits foreign entities to establish subsidiaries, branches or representative offices in Ethiopia's previously closed banking system. I...

Ethiopia's Somali State president welcomed in Nairobi as leaders hail cross-border unity, progress
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 18, 2025

President Mustafa expressed his gratitude to the Somali community in Nairobi for organising the event and hosting him. He stated that it was a moment...

Ethiopian PM calls for homegrown AI to propel Africa's development
XINHUA  |  May 18, 2025

The PM said homegrown AI can serve as a catalyst for inclusive prosperity by injecting a pivotal momentum into the achievement of the African Union's...

Ethiopia's PM Abiy appoints Tadesse Worede new leader of Tigray administration
Reuters  |  Apr 09, 2025

Eritrean forces fought in support of Ethiopia's federal army during that conflict, but relations between the long-time rivals have since soured over a...

PM Abiy says Ethiopia has no intention to "invade" Eritrea, calls Red Sea access "existential"
Addis Standard  |  Mar 21, 2025

PM Abiy emphasized that Ethiopia’s role in the region has been to promote “peace and development,” citing its involvement in Somalia, South Sudan, and...

Opinion: New path to insurgency looms over Ethiopia's Somali region amid unmet peace deal promises with ONLF
Addis Standard  |  Mar 17, 2025

ONLF Chairman Abdirahman Sheikh Mahdi (Maaday) has announced that the group is assessing “all options,” including a possible return to insurgency foll...

Explainer: Why are Ethiopia and Eritrea on the brink of a possible war?
Reuters  |  Mar 14, 2025

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

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed re-elected president of Ethiopia's ruling party
Amina Wako  |  Feb 02, 2025

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...

Currency change leaves Ethiopia’s GDP halved, debt burden heavier
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 21, 2025

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

Tributes pour in for Ethiopian Opposition leader and business icon Bulcha Demeksa
Gelle Dheere  |  Jan 07, 2025

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

Ethiopian PM Abiy unveils West Godey Irrigation Project in Somali region
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jan 03, 2025

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

French President Macron backs Ethiopia's debt restructuring efforts
Reuters  |  Dec 22, 2024

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

Details of agreement between Ethiopia and Somalia brokered by Turkey
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 12, 2024

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

Will al-Shabaab get stronger in Ethiopia? Two reasons why it’s unlikely – analyst
The Conversation  |  Dec 08, 2024

The militant group Harakat al-Shabaab, as it refers to itself, arose out of Ethiopia’s Somali regional state 18 years ago.

Ethio Telecom to kick off Ethopian stock trading with 10 per cent flotation next week
Reuters  |  Oct 11, 2024

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...

Birr dips further after Ethiopia’s PM Abiy targets black markets
John Mbati  |  Aug 02, 2024

“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,” P...

Ethiopia's stock market debut set for November as PM Abiy hails it a "game-changer"
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 10, 2024

Set to be launched in November 2024, the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) will be a major breakthrough drawing significant investors and funds.

Ethiopian Orthodox Church dismayed by exclusion from national dialogue conference
Amina Wako  |  Jun 06, 2024

The Holy Synod emphasised the Church's historical role in peacebuilding and reconciliation and stressed the need for its inclusion in the dialogue pro...

No transitional government in Ethiopia, says PM Abiy Ahmed
Hanifa Adan  |  Jun 04, 2024

Abiy accused the forces behind the calls for a transitional government of wanting to divide Ethiopians.

Ethiopia hosts 2nd annual forum on Red Sea regional cooperation amid tensions
Foreign Reporter  |  Jun 01, 2024

Discussions centred on four key areas: evolving security dynamics, port access and sharing, regional security framework gaps, and successful maritime...

PM Abiy launches Gada Special Economic Zone poised to boost Ethiopia economy
Hanifa Adan  |  May 11, 2024

Industries such as coffee processing, bamboo and timber processing, machinery manufacturing, and bio-pharmaceuticals are expected to thrive within the...

Ethiopia jails 8 Al-shabaab militants involved in cross border incursion
Yassin Juma  |  Apr 19, 2024

Three others were sentenced to five years each. They are identified as Maali Gure, Abdi Tahir Kole and Aden Salad Kadye.

Kenya, Somalia renew joint fight against terrorism
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 11, 2024

The two met in Nairobi on Thursday and discussed joint initiatives to fight terrorism and general insecurity in the region.

Somalia, Ethiopia tensions not good for the region - Djibouti Foreign Minister
Hassan Mohamed  |  Mar 28, 2024

He did not clarify when the second meeting would be held, neither did he divulge any outcome from the first meeting in Nairobi.

Ethiopia to open up real estate to foreign buyers
AFP  |  Mar 24, 2024

The announcement came as Africa's second most populous country, with about 120 million people, seeks to shore up its finances.

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