Africa News

In a letter to the United Nations, Debretsion Gebremichael (Dr.) stated that he had ordered his troops to return to the Tigray region.

In a letter to the United Nations, Debretsion Gebremichael (Dr.) stated that he had ordered his troops to return to the Tigray region. TPLF forces had been infiltrating Amhara and Afar regions beyond the Tigray region since June last year. In November, the government recaptured large swathes of territory, coordinating the army, regional special forces,

December 20, 2021 • By Addis Insight

Africa News

North Wollo zone including Woldia completely liberated

Many northern Wollo towns, including Woldia, were liberated from TPLF forces. The Ethiopian Security Forces Coalition has taken full control of Hara, Sanka, Srinka, Gobye, Robit and Kobo towns, according to the Government Communication Service. The Minister of State for Communication Services, Legesse Tulu, said in a statement that the Defense Forces, Amhara and Afar

December 18, 2021 • By Addis Insight

Africa News

Ethiopian government states it will not cooperate with UN Human Rights Council

Press Release Ethiopia is extremely disappointed to have witnessed once again the use of the Human Rights Council by some to advance their politically motivated agenda. Regardless of repeated requests by the government of Ethiopia for the Council not to hold a special session but rather engage in a constructive manner and work in a

December 17, 2021 • By Addis Insight

Africa News

The Ethiopian security forces are advancing after controlling Mersa and Granna.

The Ethiopian Security Forces (EDF), in a campaign for national unity, had previously taken control of Zobel Highlands in Kobo and expanded its control, including the northern part of Raya. In the southern part of Zobl, the guerrillas, who controlled the Gura Goldi area, have now completely cleared the Gura Goldi area, expanding the previously

December 17, 2021 • By Addis Insight

Africa News

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (EHRC) The council decided to set up an International Commission of Inquiry

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (EHRC) The council decided to set up an International Commission of Inquiry with 21 votes in favor, 15 against and 11 abstentions. The African Union (AU) member states have stated opposition to convening a special meeting. The African Union (AU) has called on the United Nations Security Council to

December 17, 2021 • By Addis Insight

News

Journalist Tamrat Negera appeared in Oromia Gelan Court

Journalist Tamrat Negera is said to have appeared in Oromia Gelan court on December 17; 2021 Addis Ababa, Tamrat appeared in court without lawyer. Tamrat was handed over to Oromia police after being arrested by federal police. Police requested 7 more days to present its evidence. Background

December 17, 2021 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

The UK released a statement regarding Ethiopia’s Tigray War

Simon Manley, UK Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, delivered the UK statement during the UN Human Rights Council Special Session on Ethiopia. The statement follows: We are here today to stand with the people of Ethiopia who have faced more than a year of conflict and witnessed atrocities on the most extraordinary scale.

December 17, 2021 • By Addis Insight

Africa News

Professor Senait Fisseha, received an award for Achievement in Global Health Leadership.

16 December 2021 | Addis Ababa – The first international Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA 2021), hosted by the African Union (AU) and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) concluded its main programme today following three days of sessions focused on the need to address long-standing health challenges on the continent,

December 16, 2021 • By Addis Insight

News

Rep. Bass Seeks Extension To Ethiopia’s AGOA Termination Deadline

December 15, 2021 Press Release WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA), Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, issued the following statement: “On November 2nd, the Biden Administration announced its intent to suspend Ethiopia from AGOA by January 1, 2022.  Suspension of AGOA will reverse economic gains that have been hard won

December 16, 2021 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

The Gashena Massacre Photo Diary by Abel Gashaw

Abel Gashaw On December 1, TPLF troops operating in Gashena deliberately massacred more than 60 civilians—mostly elderly, mothers and young children– in retaliation as they retreat from the town. As an independent photographer embedded in the army, I arrived in Gashena with the troops in midst of an active battle. We were received by residents

December 15, 2021 • By Addis Insight