Business

Between Hashtags and Heartbreaks: Ethiopian Influencers at the Crossroads of Personal Choices and Public Perception

By Fikir Belete In the realm of marketing in Ethiopia, things are changing in how companies tell people about their products. They’re not relying so much on TV or radio; instead, they’re using social media like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok. This change is creating a big chance for influencers. Now, more people can get

January 31, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

20 Million Euro Extravaganza: Unveiling the Lavish Transformation of Ethiopia’s Palace

The exorbitant and unresponsive nature of the expenses incurred in the agreement signed between Ahmed Shide, the Minister of Finance, Valérie Tehio, the Country Director of the French Development Agency (AFD), and Frederic Bontems, the then Ambassador of France to Ethiopia and the African Union, has raised concerns. This agreement locked in a staggering 12

January 30, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Uncategorized

Awarding Scarcity: FAO’s Recognition of Abiy Ahmed Despite Ethiopia’s Stolen Food Crisis

The recent awarding of the Agricola Medal to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has brought to light the uncomfortable intersection of recognition and reality. The FAO, an organization committed to promoting sustainable food production and international cooperation, seemingly turned a blind eye to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ethiopia.

January 29, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Uncategorized

THE VALUE OF WOMEN’S SEXUALITY IN ETHIOPIA AND IT’S REPERCUSSIONS

By Kalkidan Asmamaw As a regular user of TikTok, I found the interaction between Bambi and Solomon engaging. In the live conversation between the couple, I admired how Bambi asserted herself, expressing clarity and boldness in her conversations with Solomon. She even claimed that she was wild in her past life, which was a refreshing

January 29, 2024 • By Addis Insight

News

Ethiopian Deputy Prime Minister Demeke Mekonnen Resigns: A Closer Look at a Political Journey

Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister, Demeke Mekonnen, who also held the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs since November 2020, is stepping down from both roles, according to information shared by Ethiopia News Agency. Demeke, the third vice president of the ruling Prosperity Party representing the Amhara faction, has been relieved of his duties, effective today.

January 26, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Rophnan Nuri to Break Ground with Dual Album Release: A Milestone in Ethiopian Music

In a groundbreaking move that is set to make history in the Ethiopian music industry, Rophnan Nuri, the visionary electronic dance music expert, has announced the simultaneous release of two albums. Titled “Harambe” and “Nor,” these albums mark Rophnan’s third and fourth studio albums, following the success of his previous works, “Yene Twold” and “Netesebraq”

January 26, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

The call for “second generation diaspora”!! Is it really a “Return to origins” or a contribution to the Amhara Genocide?

By Wondossen Assefa (MD) I am a prisoner of conscience, imprisoned in a narrow cell with few of my comrades, we have two luxuries; the first is a very small compound for exercise, it is enclosed with concrete walls, a wire mesh covering the top, the only thing we can see in the sky. As

January 24, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

TECNO Mobile Ethiopia Unveils the SPARK 20 Pro+ and SPARK 20 Series Limited Edition 

unveiling in Celebration of the African Cup of Nations, SPARK 20 Pro+ brings elevated design and technologies to the popular SPARK 20 Series.   Addis Ababa, Ethiopia January 20, 2024: Innovative technology brand TECNO today unveiled its latest SPARK 20 series model at a grand event in Addis Ababa attended by TECNO Mobile Ethiopia executives, Senior representatives

January 22, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Culture

The Fight for Peace: Morgan Freeman Explores Tribal Conflict Resolution in Ethiopia

In his latest documentary series, “The Fight for Peace,” iconic actor and narrator Morgan Freeman takes viewers on a compelling journey to explore the intricacies of conflict resolution in some of the world’s most challenging environments. The first segment of the show takes us to the heart of East Africa, specifically Ethiopia, where Freeman delves

January 22, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopia’s Regulatory Authority Signals Open Doors for Foreign Banks

Ethiopia is set to enhance its economic landscape by allowing foreign banks to obtain licenses for domestic banking services, as announced by the regulatory authority. The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority, following an order from the Ministry of Justice, is initiating the licensing process, according to Mr. Bruck Taye, the head of the authority, as reported

January 18, 2024 • By Addis Insight