Business

TECNO Mobile Ethiopia Unveils the SPARK 20 Pro+ and SPARK 20 Series Limited Edition 

unveiling in Celebration of the African Cup of Nations, SPARK 20 Pro+ brings elevated design and technologies to the popular SPARK 20 Series.   Addis Ababa, Ethiopia January 20, 2024: Innovative technology brand TECNO today unveiled its latest SPARK 20 series model at a grand event in Addis Ababa attended by TECNO Mobile Ethiopia executives, Senior representatives

January 22, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Culture

The Fight for Peace: Morgan Freeman Explores Tribal Conflict Resolution in Ethiopia

In his latest documentary series, “The Fight for Peace,” iconic actor and narrator Morgan Freeman takes viewers on a compelling journey to explore the intricacies of conflict resolution in some of the world’s most challenging environments. The first segment of the show takes us to the heart of East Africa, specifically Ethiopia, where Freeman delves

January 22, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopia’s Regulatory Authority Signals Open Doors for Foreign Banks

Ethiopia is set to enhance its economic landscape by allowing foreign banks to obtain licenses for domestic banking services, as announced by the regulatory authority. The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority, following an order from the Ministry of Justice, is initiating the licensing process, according to Mr. Bruck Taye, the head of the authority, as reported

January 18, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopost CEO Hanna Arayaselassie Named Head of Ethiopian Investment Commission

On January 17, 2023, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) revealed the selection of Hanna Arayaselassie as the newly appointed head of the Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC). Having steered Ethiopost since 2020, Hanna orchestrated a substantial institutional reform, resulting in a notable enhancement of service quality. Under her guidance, Ethiopost witnessed a threefold surge in revenues,

January 18, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Uncategorized

Ethiopia’s Legal Oddity: Lighting a Shisha More Condemnable Than Burning a Car

In a perplexing turn of events, recent actions by Ethiopian government security forces have underscored a disconcerting disparity in law enforcement priorities. The crackdown in Addis Ababa has seen a fervent effort to target shisha establishments, with an alarming show of force resulting in the confiscation of 10,000 shisha equipment pieces and the apprehension of

January 18, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Diplomatic Air Turbulence: Ethiopian Airlines Entry Denied Amid Somalia-Ethiopia Strife

In a significant heightening of regional tensions, Somali authorities decided to deny entry to an Ethiopian Airlines flight on Wednesday. The flight was transporting a delegation to introduce a high-ranking Ethiopian leader to Somaliland. This incident adds further complexity to the already strained relationship between Somalia and its eastern neighbor. The Somali Civil Aviation Authority

January 17, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

The sexism in the rhythm of our songs 

(እያነቡ እስክስታ) By Kalkidan Asmamaw  እውነት ለመናገር “ቆየን ካየን” የሚለው ዘፈን በጣም beaቱ ጸድቶኛል፡፡ Everytime I hear the song whether it’s in a cafe on my work desk. ተነስተሽ ዝለይ ዝለይ ነው ሚለኝ፡፡ ወዝ ወዝ ማለት እወዳለሁ፡፡ እንኳን እሄን አግኝቼ፡፡ እንዲሁ ሰው ስብሰባ ላይ ራሱ ተሰብሳቢ ሲያጨበጭብ መሃል ላይ ገብተሽ አስነኪው ነው ሚለኝ፡፡ But I

January 17, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

From Horn to Horizon: Ethiopia’s Naval Aspirations, USA’s Strategic Silence

The recent agreement granting Ethiopia leasing rights to the Red Sea coastline in Somalia’s breakaway Somaliland region has raised national security concerns for the White House, according to administration officials on Tuesday. Despite the deal being inked on January 1, questions arise regarding Washington’s commitment and ability to mediate tensions in this volatile region. Redwan

January 17, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Africa News

Ethiopian Air Force Strengthens Arsenal: Su-30 Acquisition in the Face of Somalia Tensions

In a rare public announcement following a recent military confrontation with neighboring Somalia over a port dispute, the Ethiopian army disclosed its acquisition of a state-of-the-art Su-30 fighter jet and a strategic combat drone. The official handover ceremony took place today, with the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Field Marshal Berhanu Jula, and

January 16, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

“Kelemat” A new album reflecting lived experience through colors

By- Emrakel Sileshi Yohana’s new album ‘Kelemat’ released on 31, 2023, possesses a colorful theme throughout the songs. It’s a familiar groove with a mellow and soulful sound.  One of the fundamental elements of music is its ability to express emotions, it has the ability to go beyond itself, its form, structure, and composition. It

January 16, 2024 • By Addis Insight