Culture

Emperor Menelik’s sword returned to Ethiopia from the United States

Emperor Menelik’s sword returned to Ethiopia from the United States. The wooden cross that had been looted with the sword at that time was also recovered. In addition, letters, photographs, postcards, and text and photographs sent by Haile Selassie I have been returned to Ethiopia. The Ethiopian National Heritage Board has handed over the relics

January 21, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Culture

Clashes erupt amid a celebration at Weybela Maryam church

Clashes erupt in the Kolfe Keranio sub-city, near Burayu weybela Mariam Church. His Holiness Abune Melkizedek, Archbishop of the Diocese of Addis Ababa and Gurage, leads the procession to restore the Archdiocese by calming the situation and comforting the parishioners. Ethiopian Government Communication Service; He said the baptism ceremony was celebrated colorfully and peacefully throughout

January 21, 2022 • By Addis Insight

COVID-19

Chinese government donated 2.2mln of Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccines to Ethiopia

On Thursday, the Chinese government donated an additional 2.2 million doses of Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccines to Ethiopia, giving a boost to the East African nation’s vaccination efforts. The handover ceremony for the latest donated vaccines was visited by Ethiopian government officials and the Chinese diplomatic community members. China has donated around 7 million COVID-19 vaccine

January 21, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

“The conflict must end”- Africa Minister Vicky Ford

Africa Minister Vicky Ford has concluded a visit to Addis Ababa, part of a 3-country trip to the region. The Minister met Prime Minister Abiy, State Minister Redwan and Finance Minister Shide to discuss concerns over the ongoing conflict and pathways to peace, as well as economic development and regional cooperation. The conflict in the

January 21, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Ethiopia’s war truce: Epiphany celebrated amid the torment

On Tuesday and Wednesday, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church celebrated Epiphany, locally known as Timkat. Crowds gathered in Gondar, a former seat of the royal empire in Ethiopia’s Amhara region. But this year, many were not in a party mood in the conflict-torn area. Thousands made the trip to Gondar, counting to 22 flights recorded in

January 20, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Journalist Meaza Mohammed Released from Custody

Following the recent disruption regarding media content, various journalists have been detained without any explanation. Journalist Meaza Mohammed was taken from her house in Addis Ababa Nifas Silk Sub-city, without any allegation. She is the co-founder of the online media outlet, Roha media and previously worked at Abay Media. On December 19, her lawyer said

January 18, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

PM Abiy Ahmed Spoke With Justin Trudeau

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today had a telephone conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on his Twitter account. He said the talks focused on current national and environmental issues, adding that Ethiopia appreciates the support of friendly countries such as Canada.

January 15, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Molly Phee and Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Satterfield to come to Ethiopia

Assistant Secretary Molly Phee and newly appointed Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa David Satterfield will travel to Saudi Arabia, Sudan, and Ethiopia from January 17 to 20, 2022. While in Riyadh, Assistant Secretary Phee and Special Envoy Satterfield will attend a meeting of the Friends of Sudan, intended to marshal international support for

January 15, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

WFP’s northern Ethiopia action hindered over passage barrier

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today warned that its life-saving food assistance operations in northern Ethiopia are about to grind to a halt because intense fighting has blocked the passage of fuel and food.   The escalation of conflict across northern Ethiopia means that no WFP convoy has reached Mekelle since mid-December. Stocks

January 14, 2022 • By Addis Insight

News

Facebook to assess feasibility over the spread of violence in Ethiopia

Facebook stated the company would assess the feasibility of commissioning an independent human rights assessment into its work in Ethiopia. The board recommended reviewing how Facebook and Instagram have spread content that heightens the risk of violence there. Meta has been under pressure from lawmakers for user safety and its handling of abuses on its

January 14, 2022 • By Addis Insight