Business

Ethiopia’s Hasab AI Launches Groundbreaking Voice Intelligence Platform for African Languages

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — May 7, 2025 In a bold step toward tech inclusion and linguistic equity, Hasab AI, an Ethiopian startup co-founded by Kidus Yared, has officially launched a voice intelligence platform built specifically for low-resource and African languages. The announcement was made via LinkedIn, where Yared shared the team’s vision, technical breakthroughs, and

May 7, 2025 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopia Ushers in New Era of Banking Reform with Basel-Aligned Capital Directive

Addis Ababa, May 7, 2025 — Ethiopia’s banking landscape is undergoing a major transformation as the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) unveils its most comprehensive regulatory reform yet. In a decisive move to modernize and fortify the financial sector, the NBE has issued Directive No. SBB/XX/2025, establishing Risk-Based Capital Adequacy Requirements for all banks operating

May 7, 2025 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Boiler Room Comes to Addis Ababa: Why the World’s Most Iconic Underground Music Platform Matters for Ethiopian Sound

For over a decade, Boiler Room has stood at the intersection of underground music and global culture. Founded in London in 2010, the platform began as a DIY livestream setup in a literal boiler room—broadcasting raw DJ sets from local talents to a digital audience. Today, it is one of the most influential curators of

May 7, 2025 • By Addis Insight

Health

From Prison to a Nation’s Heartbeat: The Enduring Legacy of Dr. Fikru Maru

Addis Ababa — Dr. Fikru Maru, the celebrated cardiologist who transformed cardiac care in Ethiopia after enduring years of political imprisonment and exile, has passed away at the age of 74 in Sweden, where he was undergoing medical treatment. His death marks the end of a life marked by profound sacrifice, medical brilliance, and unwavering

May 4, 2025 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopia to Launch Unified Vehicle License Plates Featuring National Branding

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The Ministry of Transport and Logistics has issued a new directive mandating a nationwide overhaul of vehicle license plates, introducing a standardized design aimed at strengthening national identity and improving administrative efficiency. Under the new system, all vehicles registered in Ethiopia will adopt a uniform plate design featuring the letters “ET”

May 3, 2025 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

“Finding Sally” Premieres in Addis Ababa, Illuminating a Hidden Chapter of Ethiopian History

Award-winning Ethiopian-Canadian filmmaker Tamara Mariam is bringing her critically acclaimed documentary Finding Sally to its long-awaited Ethiopian premiere. The screening will take place at Century Cinema in Addis Ababa on Friday, May 9 at 6 PM, and will be followed by a special Q&A session with Tamara and composer Abegasu Shiota. This screening will feature

May 1, 2025 • By Addis Insight

Business

Council of Ministers Forwards Draft Proclamation on Foreign Ownership of Property to Parliament

April 23, 2017 – In its 44th regular session held today, the Council of Ministers unanimously agreed to forward a draft proclamation to the House of People’s Representatives. The draft aims to define the legal conditions under which foreigners can own or possess immovable property in Ethiopia. The proposed legislation establishes a framework that protects

May 1, 2025 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Kuku Sebsibe to Release Eighth Album ‘Dejazmach’: A Celebration of Ethiopian Music

Celebrated Ethiopian singer Kuku Sebsibe, known for her distinctive blend of traditional Ethiopian melodies and modern influences, is poised to release her eighth album, “Dejazmach,” on April 24, 2017. With a career deeply rooted in music from a young age, Kuku’s journey is a testament to her passion and commitment to Ethiopian musical heritage. Born

April 29, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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Ethio Telecom and Siinqee Bank Launch 15 Billion Birr Initiative to Deliver 2 Million Smartphones Annually

Major Push for Digital and Financial Inclusion Ethio Telecom, in partnership with Siinqee Bank, has announced a major initiative aimed at accelerating digital and financial inclusion across Ethiopia. Under the new program, Ethio Telecom will provide two million smartphones each year through long-term, affordable payment plans, focusing particularly on underserved and rural communities. Affordable Access

April 28, 2025 • By Addis Insight

Sport

Tigist Assefa Shatters Women-Only Marathon World Record at London Marathon 2025

London, 27 April 2025 – Ethiopia’s Tigist Assefa delivered a historic performance at the TCS London Marathon, setting a new women-only world record with a remarkable time of 2:15:50. Competing in the prestigious World Athletics Platinum Label road race, Assefa stormed away from Kenya’s Joyciline Jepkosgei in the final stages to claim her maiden London

April 27, 2025 • By Addis Insight