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I Eat Once a Day- Ermias Amelga

Whenever one thinks of business people in Ethiopia there is always one person that comes to mind, Ermias Amelega.  Ever since he relocated to Ethiopia from the US he has been a prominent figure in promoting new business ideas in the country. In an exclusive interview with Jossy In The House from JTV, Ermias Amelega

November 6, 2018 • By Addis Insight

PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed

Office of The Prime Minister of Ethiopia Appointed Billene Seyoum As Its Press Secretary

The office of the prime minister of Ethiopia gave its first press briefing to local and international media in Ethiopia for the very first time after being restructured under Press Secretary. The Prime Minister appointed prominent women rights advocate, author, and poet Billene Seyoum as its first press secretary. During her first Q&A with journalists,

November 5, 2018 • By Addis Insight

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Why This Year’s Midterm Election Matter to Ethiopians In America

On Nov 6, 2018, Americans will go to polls to cast their vote for their favorite candidate to represent them in the senate and congress. According to major news outlets, this year’s midterm election is one of the tensest, contested and most invested midterm elections in US history. Each voter’s demography has its own reasoning

November 5, 2018 • By Addis Insight

PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed

Fitsum Arega Redefined The Way Ethiopia Government Officials Communicate With The Public

There was this joke that sums up the addiction of Ethiopians on social media ever since PM Abiy Ahmed took office. The popular joke was also illustrated by a comic satire start up called Allu. In the cartoon, there is a guy inside a shower browsing his phone while holding umbrella because he can’t cope

November 5, 2018 • By Addis Insight

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Lelisa Desisa Wins New York City Marathon

Ethiopia’s Lelisa Desisa won New York City Marathon defeating defending champion Geoffrey Kamworor. Lelisa finished his race in 2 hours 5 minutes and 59 seconds. While Shura Kitata of Ethiopia finished second with 2 hours 6 minutes and one second.  The men run was dominated by Ethiopia while 5 USA runners made it to the

November 4, 2018 • By Addis Insight

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Crowd Waited 13 Years To Hear Teddy Afro Perform His Hit Song “Yasteserial”

It was not an ordinary concert. Teddy Afro has passed the test of time to perform on this stage. In 2005 Teddy Afro released his all-time controversial and most favored album Jah-Yasteserial. Ever since then the artist was under a microscope watch by every group that either support him or oppose him. Unlike many other artists,

November 4, 2018 • By Addis Insight

PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed

Ethiopia’s Freedom Icon Birtukan Mideksa to Return to Ethiopia

Following an invitation extended by PM Dr. Abiy’s Administration, former federal judge, activist and politician Birtukan Mideksa is to arrive in Addis Ababa next week. Birtukan Mideksa was among the founders and chairwomen of Andinet Party (CUD). Birtukan first entry to politics began right after her decision as a court judge was violated by security

November 3, 2018 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Artist Tewodros Teshome Refuses To Transfer 70,000 USD Fund Raised for Artist Fikadu Teklemariam

Artist Tewodros Teshome refused to transfer a 70,000 USD that was fundraised through a GoFundMe account to cover medical expenses of the late artist Fikadu Tekelemariam. Before his passing a GoFundMe account was set up by Artist Tewodros Teshome for the renowned theater and film actor because he had suffered a kidney failure and was advised

November 3, 2018 • By Addis Insight

Africa News

Ethiopia Launched Visa On Arrival For African Countries

In an official ceremony attended by several African Ambassador and key Ethiopian government officials, the country has formally launched its visa on arrival service for all citizens from Africa. During the ceremony African Union chairperson Musa Faqi expressed his delight mentioning the importance of the decision in strengthening Panafricanism. Musa Faqi also extended his gratification

November 2, 2018 • By Addis Insight

Women

How The World Reacted To Meaza Ashenafi’s Appointment

The appointment of Ethiopia’s first supreme court president took social media by storm. Before the euphoria with the newly elected President fades PM Abiy added another appointment that surely affirmed his commitment to empower women. His appointment was welcomed as a good news by authors,politicians,activists and celebrities around the world.   Former US Ambassador to the

November 1, 2018 • By Addis Insight