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Saudi Arabia Imposes New Visa Restrictions Affecting Ethiopian Travelers

Saudi Arabia has announced major changes to its visa policy, set to take effect...

Poet and Tobiya Jazz Event Organizer Misraq Terefe Arrested Amid Unclear Circumstances

Poet and renowned literary event organizer Misraq Terefe was arrested on January 22, 2017, and taken to the...

The Weeknd’s Reflection on the Ethiopian Red Terror: A Hidden Narrative in His Song

Abel Tesfaye, known to the world as The Weeknd, has built a career around deeply emotional and introspective...

Drummer Teferi Assefa, Ethiopian Jazz Pioneer and Negarit Band Leader, Passes Away at 53

The Ethiopian music community is mourning the loss of Teferi Assefa, a renowned drummer and percussionist, who passed...

Mahmoud Ahmed’s Grand Farewell: Celebrating 60 Years of Ethiopia’s Musical Legend

On January 11, 2025, Addis Ababa’s Millennium Hall witnessed a momentous event as Mahmoud Ahmed, Ethiopia’s legendary singer,...
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Ethiopian Athletes Haile Gebrselassie and Feyisa Lilesa: A Clash of Perspectives on the Country’s Economic Hardship

Ethiopia’s economic condition has become a growing concern for its citizens, with rising inflation, soaring fuel prices, and an overall increase in the cost...

Mandatory National Digital ID for Banking Services in Addis Ababa Applies Only to New Customers—for Now

In Addis Ababa, possessing the Fayda Digital ID is becoming a necessity for accessing various services, including banking. However, banks operating in the city...

Earthquake Measuring 5.5 on the Richter Scale Strikes Awash Fentale and Surrounding Areas

An earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter scale struck Awash Fentale and surrounding areas at 2:01 AM tonight, according to the United States...

The Grand Palace Museum Officially Opens for Public Visits

Addis Ababa, December 29, 2024 – The Prime Minister’s Office has officially announced the opening of the Palace Museum for public visits, marking a...

Macron’s €25M National Palace Renovation: Ethiopia’s New ‘Let Them Eat Cake’ Debate

French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent visit to Addis Ababa to inaugurate the €25 million renovation of a national palace has sparked widespread controversy. Framed...

Ethiopia to Introduce Guidelines for Cryptocurrency Transactions, Following NBE’s New Proclamation

The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) is poised to introduce regulations concerning cryptocurrencies and digital assets following today's approval of the National Bank of...
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