Politics

Eritrea Suspends Ethiopian Airlines: A Deep Dive into Passenger Grievances and Ticket Price Hikes

The Civil Aviation Authority of Eritrea’s Ministry of Transport and Communications announced the suspension in a notice published today in the government newspaper “Hadas Eritrea.” According to the announcement, Ethiopian Airlines flights will be suspended from September 30, 2024. Ethiopian Airlines later confirmed the suspension of all flights to Eritrea. In a press release, the

July 24, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Ethiopia Receives Advanced Calidus MCAV-20 Armoured Vehicles from UAE

Ethiopian National Defence Force Receives Calidus MCAV-20 Armoured Vehicles from UAE The Ethiopian National Defence Force (ENDF) has recently taken delivery of hundreds of Calidus MCAV-20 armoured vehicles, acquired from the United Arab Emirates. Arrival in Addis Ababa On July 20, a significant number of MCAV-20 vehicles were observed being transported by rail towards Ethiopia’s

July 23, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Takele Uma Returns to Leadership as Ethio-Djibouti Railway CEO

Addis Ababa (July 9, 2016) – (Dr.) Engineer Takele Uma Benti has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Ethio-Djibouti Railway by Prime Minister,Abiy Ahmed (Dr.). The appointment is effective immediately. Engineer Takele Uma Benti has a diverse background in government roles. He served as the Mayor of Addis Ababa, where he oversaw

July 16, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Somalia’s President Arrives in Ethiopia Amidst Escalating Tensions

Amidst escalating tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia, President Hassan Sheikh Mohammed of Somalia has landed in Addis Ababa. This arrival is particularly significant, given the recent discord sparked by the memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between Ethiopia and Somaliland, which President Mohammed has vocally opposed. His visit to the Ethiopian capital underscores the heightened diplomatic

February 16, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Can Ethiopia Find Peace Through Negotiation? Rwanda Provides Lessons

Article by : Elias Demissie Currently, Ethiopia is passing through a non-predictable outcome. The whole world including Ethiopians believed there was a change of Regime in 2018, after the 2005 election in Ethiopia most of the opposition voices died and created an acquiesced atmosphere of the general public over the oppressing regime of EPDRF but this ambiance didn’t

December 9, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Journalist Fekadu Alemu, Head of Ethiopian National Media Support, Flees Country Amidst Safety Fears

The founder and Executive Director of Ethiopian National Media Support (ENMS), journalist Fekadu Alemu, has reportedly left the country due to safety concerns. Fekadu Alemu, a prominent journalist and the driving force behind ENMS, recently disclosed his decision to leave Ethiopia. Speaking to an anonymous source from Addis Insight, he suggested that the pressures he

November 11, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Politics

On the Horizon: Afwerki and Ahmed’s Imminent Confrontation at Saudi Summit

The Saudi-Africa Summit in Riyadh, a platform for dialogue and cooperation among African nations and Saudi Arabia, is set to witness a significant encounter between Eritrea’s President Isaias Afwerki and Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. This meeting is particularly noteworthy given the recent tensions between the two leaders, exacerbated by Ethiopia’s aspirations for sea access.

November 10, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Ethiopia’s Government Blocks US State Department Report and Social Media, Leaving VPN as the Only Option

Ethiopia’s government has recently blocked access to the US State Department annual human rights report. The report, which is accessible on the https://www.state.gov/reports/2022-country-reports-on-human-rights-practices/ website, is no longer accessible without using a virtual private network (VPN). Additionally, the official website of the US State Department is no longer available without a VPN (State.gov). This action follows

March 21, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Ethiopian Orthodox Church Condemns Violation of Agreement and Canon, Urges Unity”

The Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church has issued a statement indicating that an agreement made by the fathers a few days ago has been violated, along with the canon. The Holy Synod office released a statement regarding the matter today. Abune Abraham, speaking to his followers, reminded them that peace had been declared just two days

February 17, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Politics

The Persecution of Ethiopian Orthodox Church Followers: A Comparison to Jewish Persecution Throughout History

The persecution of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church draws comparisons to the persecution of the Jewish people. Both groups have been targeted by authorities for their religious beliefs and have been subject to human rights abuses. The use of disproportionate force and the arrest of individuals without due process are common threads that run through

February 15, 2023 • By Addis Insight