Business

Ethiopia’s Economic Crossroads: Navigating Reforms Amidst Financial Turmoil

By- Fahad Garba Aliyu Ethiopia has reached a critical juncture, closing its currency at a surprisingly pivotal moment, a decision rooted in decades of economic choices. Over the past twenty years, Ethiopia has financed its development primarily through heavily leveraged capital from international markets. While borrowing in itself is not inherently problematic, the issues arose

September 13, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

The Complex Role of Bill Gates in Ethiopian Agriculture and Healthcare: A Double-Edged Sword by Bekan Bekele

By Bekan Bekele Bill Gates recently visited Ethiopia, to witness the progress of projects his foundation has been deeply involved with for years along with other agricultural initiatives outside of his foundation. While his initiatives aim to advance key sectors like agriculture and healthcare, the impact of his involvement is a subject of heated debate.

September 6, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

Sahle-Work’s Silence Echoes as Cardi B Leads Global Rally for Heaven’s Justice

The heartbreaking case of seven-year-old Heaven Awot, who was brutally raped and murdered in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, has ignited a firestorm of national and international outrage. The conviction of her attacker, Getnet Baye, and the 25-year prison sentence handed down—viewed by many, including Heaven’s family, as too lenient—has sparked widespread calls for justice. However, amidst

September 3, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

Why Ethiopia Needs the Sex Offender Registry: Naming the Predators

By Fikir Belete As we reflect on the tragic story of Heaven Awot, a young girl whose life was brutally taken by someone she and her family trusted, we are reminded of the critical need for stronger protections for our children and women. Despite the outcry that followed her death, justice has yet to be

August 25, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

Heaven’s Legacy: A Mother’s Call to Action for Justice in Ethiopia

By- Rahel Gettu As a mother and sister, the tragic story of Heaven—a 7-year-old girl whose life was brutally stolen—pierces my heart with unimaginable pain. Heaven is in heaven now, but she leaves us in a hell of our own making. Her story is not just a singular tragedy; it is a reflection of a

August 20, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

Behind-the-Scenes in the GERD Diplomacy: Turkey’s Pivotal Role in the Standoff Between Ethiopia and Egypt

By- Asrat Birhanu @renaissancedam Recent diplomatic activities, primarily kept from the public eye, reveal Turkey’s role in the ongoing dispute between Ethiopia and Egypt over the Renaissance Dam. As Ethiopia’s second-largest investor after China, Turkey’s economic and military involvement is substantial, with more than 200 Turkish companies operating there as of 2022. Additionally, Turkey provided

August 16, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopia’s Economic Surf: Riding the Reform Wave to Sustainability

                                    By Eyob Asfaw The Sunday night of the date- July 28 was different for Ethiopians living elsewhere within its boundary; especially for the urban elites who access the media and can easily resonate what was said.  On that date, the government unusually released a communique on which announced the macro-economic reforms, including its u-turn

August 6, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

All Self-Proclaimed Pan-Africanists are Yielding to the Will of Western Financial Institutions

All Self-Proclaimed Pan-Africanists are Yielding to the Will of Western Financial Institutions: My Take on Ethiopia Changing Course to Float Its Currency Against the Dollar By- Gatkek Kuajien Chuol From Ghana to Kenya to Ethiopia, no African country seems spared from the influence of Western financial institutions, which pressure them to align with their interests.

August 1, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Health

A Tale of Two Pregnancies: A Doctor’s Insight into Ethiopia’s Healthcare Divide

Dr. Bereket Alemayehu I’ve always felt that the glamorous life associated with doctors having multiple jobs is overstated. In fact, having multiple jobs comes with unique challenges. However, one aspect I appreciate is that it opens your eyes to different experiences, each offering a unique perspective. I have two jobs: one at a maternity and

July 25, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Africa News

Trump and Biden’s African Legacies: What the Next President Must Do Differently

Introduction The relationship between the United States and Africa is critical in shaping global geopolitical dynamics. The policies of President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden towards Africa have presented contrasting approaches. This article explores what the upcoming US president’s policy towards Africa should look like by comparing the Trump and Biden administrations, considering Africa’s

July 18, 2024 • By Addis Insight