Tech

Changing the Game: Telebirr Super App’s Launch Signals Major Shift in Ethiopia’s Mobile Money Landscape

In a bid to stay ahead of the competition in Ethiopia, Ethio Telecom has transformed its mobile money platform, telebirr, into a super app offering a wide range of services in a single interface. The app, set to be unveiled today at the Science Museum, provides users with access to e-commerce, food delivery, entertainment, utility

March 23, 2023 • By Addis Insight

News

From Drone Target to Interim President: Getachew Reda’s Unlikely Rise in Abiy’s Ethiopia

Title: Getachew Reda Appointed as Interim President of Tigray Region In a significant development, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has appointed Getachew Reda as the head of the Tigray Interim Administration. This decision comes in light of the House of Federation’s (HoF) ruling to establish an interim administration for the Tigray regional state, as per

March 23, 2023 • By Addis Insight

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Breaking News: Ethiopia’s Government Removes TPLF from Terrorist List

Breaking News: Ethiopia’s Government Removes TPLF from Terrorist List Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – In a significant move, the Ethiopian House of People’s Representatives has voted to remove the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) from the country’s list of terrorist organizations. This decision comes after a two-year period of unrest in Ethiopia’s northern region, where the

March 22, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Ethiopia’s Government Blocks US State Department Report and Social Media, Leaving VPN as the Only Option

Ethiopia’s government has recently blocked access to the US State Department annual human rights report. The report, which is accessible on the https://www.state.gov/reports/2022-country-reports-on-human-rights-practices/ website, is no longer accessible without using a virtual private network (VPN). Additionally, the official website of the US State Department is no longer available without a VPN (State.gov). This action follows

March 21, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Business

Meet the 11 Impactful Startups of Venture Meda Accelerator’s First Cohort, Empowering E-Commerce in Ethiopia!

Venture Meda, a collaborative effort between the Mastercard Foundation, Ministry of Innovation and Technology, and iceaddis, has launched its first cohort of eleven promising startups with the potential to build the e-commerce of tomorrow. The program aims to create sustainable jobs in Ethiopia by revamping support to MSMEs and focusing on high-yield sectors. The startups

March 21, 2023 • By Addis Insight

News

The Enduring Legacy of Tewolde Berhan Gebre Egziabher: A Champion for the Environment and Future Generations

The world mourns the loss of Tewolde Berhan Gebre Egziabher, one of the most influential environmentalists of his time. Tewolde dedicated his life to promoting sustainable development and protecting the environment, particularly in Africa where he was a vocal advocate for conservation efforts. His contributions to environmental conservation and sustainable development were numerous and far-reaching,

March 21, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Business

From Staple to Scarce: The Troubling Tale of Teff’s Shortage

The shortage of Teff in Addis Ababa has become a major concern for many Ethiopians. The cause of this shortage is the refusal of farmers from Gojam (Amhara region)  to send Teff to Addis Ababa. The farmers’ reason for refusing to send Teff is due to the fact that Oromia Region is blocking Amhara’s who

March 15, 2023 • By Addis Insight

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Adanech Abebe Accused of Targeting Amhara Community with Xenophobic Rhetoric

Adanech Abebe, the mayor of Addis Ababa, has been accused of using xenophobic language to target the Amhara community. During a city council meeting, Adanech reported on a “massive migration” from certain regions that posed a security threat to the city, claiming that these migrants were inciting violence and causing “anarchy and land grabbing”. When

March 15, 2023 • By Addis Insight

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Ethiopia’s Wheat Sales: Is Foreign Currency Worth the Risk to Food Security? 

Ethiopia, a country with a population of over 100 million, is facing numerous challenges when it comes to food security. With a large population of small-scale farmers, the country is heavily reliant on agriculture as a source of income and food. However, climate change, soil degradation, and other factors have made it difficult for farmers

March 12, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Business

Meet the 10 DESIGNERS PARTICIPATING IN THE CREATIVE DNA : ETHIOPIA

 CREATIVE DNA : ETHIOPIA – SUPPORTING ETHIOPIAN FASHION ENTERPRISES ADDIS ABABA, 10 MARCH 2023 The British Council Arts Programme in collaboration with Creative Hub Ethiopia, Fashion Scout (UK), and Marigat Gold (Kenya) has announced its latest initiative, Creative DNA : Ethiopia, which aims to support early-stage fashion and accessory enterprises in Ethiopia. An open call

March 11, 2023 • By Addis Insight