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Ethiopia’s Strongest Recent M6.0 Quake Hits Near Fentale & Awash

A strong and shallow earthquake, registered by the USGS as a magnitude 6.0 (M6.0), struck near Fentale volcano, Ethiopia, at 20:28 UTC (23:28 local time) on February 14, 2025. The agency reported a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles), with the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) confirming the same magnitude and depth. The earthquake’s epicenter was

February 15, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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National Digital Identity Program Launches Mobile App for Faida Digital ID Services

The National Digital Identity Program Office has officially launched a mobile application that integrates Faida digital identity services. Developed entirely in-house by the program office, the application is now available for public use on both Android and iOS platforms. In a statement, Ebenezer Feleke, Communications and Public Relations Officer of the National Digital Identity Program

February 13, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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Runway Model or Runaway Oversight? Ethiopian Airlines Vows Action After Aircraft Party

Critics question security and procedural lapses as airline vows corrective action Addis Ababa – Ethiopian Airlines is facing mounting criticism following the circulation of a social media video that showed a birthday celebration taking place aboard one of its aircraft while it was parked for maintenance. The incident, which occurred without official approval, has raised

February 10, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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The Illusion of Aid: How USAID’s Kefeta Project Gave Ethiopian Youth False Hope

A Promise Too Big to Keep For decades, USAID has positioned itself as the benevolent force behind Ethiopia’s development, funding billion-dollar projects designed to uplift the country’s most vulnerable populations. The agency has long been the go-to source for ambitious, multi-year initiatives aimed at solving unemployment, poverty, and health crises. The pitch is always the

February 9, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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Drones Cannot Be Flown Without Permission in Addis Ababa-NISS

The National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS) has issued a statement emphasizing that drones cannot be launched or flown in Addis Ababa and its surrounding areas without prior permission. According to the statement, NISS is responsible for safeguarding national leaders, critical infrastructure, and significant events as per Proclamation No. 1276/2014. The agency collaborates with relevant

February 5, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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Dr Andualem Fought Disease, But Violence Took Him First

The tragic murder of Dr. Andualem Dagne, head of the Surgical Services Department at Tebebe Ghion Specialized Hospital, has deeply shocked both the residents of Bahir Dar and the wider medical community. Dr. Andualem was shot and killed on Saturday night, an event that has sparked grief and concern among his colleagues and loved ones.

February 5, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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Ministry of Health Orders Termination of 5,000+ CDC and USAID-Funded Workers

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The Ministry of Health has ordered the termination of contracts for more than 5,000 employees hired with financial support from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). According to an official letter seen by Tikvah Ethiopia, the U.S. government has

February 5, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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Only Through Court Orders– Minister Clarifies Ethiopia’s Asset Recovery Law

The approved Asset Recovery Proclamation is now in effect and will only be enforced through a court order, ensuring that suspects have the opportunity to appear in court and present their case to avoid unjust charges. The Ministry of Justice, responsible for implementing the proclamation, briefed journalists today about its enforcement following its approval on

January 30, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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Ato Berhanu Adelo: Once Removed, Now Nominated for EHRC Chief Commissioner

Former member of the House of People’s Representatives, Ato Berhanu Adelo, has been nominated for the position of Chief Commissioner of the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC). Ato Berhanu, who has held various government positions, most recently served as the Director General of the Ethiopian Intellectual Property Office. The House of Representatives is set to

January 30, 2025 • By Addis Insight

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4.9-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Awash, Felt Across Addis Ababa and Beyond

A 4.9-magnitude earthquake struck 36 kilometers from Awash this morning at 10:48 a.m., according to the German Geoscience Research Center. The tremor, which lasted only a few seconds, was powerful enough to cause widespread concern and fear among residents in various areas, including the capital city, Addis Ababa. Residents described the quake as “terrible” and

January 27, 2025 • By Addis Insight