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Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahdo Church Should Consider Suing the Government of Ethiopia, Imminently

On 22 January 2023, a group of three “Archbishops” announced the ordination of 26 “bishops”. The conduct violated the cannons of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahdo Church, the oldest religious institution in Ethiopia. It also causes uproar from the faithful of the EOTC. The same day, the Patriarch and the General Manager of the Archdiocese of

January 28, 2023 • By Addis Insight
Business

Ethiopian Airlines Ups Accra Schedule As Part Of Wide African Expansion

Ethiopian Airlines is in expansion mode. Not just in terms of long-haul routes to Copenhagen, returning after two decades, or Addis Ababa to Atlanta. Crucially, it has boosted flights on various sub-Saharan African routes. This is primarily part of its third-wave growth, increasing connectivity, choice, and competitiveness. The Star Alliance airline has also enhanced service on routes that leave

January 27, 2023 • By Addis Insight
News

Devastating Results: Only 3% of Ethiopian Students Score Above 50% on National Exit Exam

The low number of students who passed the 2014 grade 12 national exit exam in Ethiopia has sparked concern among government officials and education experts. According to a report by local newspaper Addis Maleda, only 28,000 students out of the 980,000 who took the exam scored above 50%. This means that only three percent of

January 26, 2023 • By Addis Insight
Business

2.5 Billion Birr Hotel: Haile Hotels and Resorts Inaugurates New Addis Ababa Hotel

The Haile Grand Addis Ababa Hotel, built by the Haile Hotels and Resorts Group, was officially inaugurated in October. The hotel, which is located in Addis Ababa and is the group’s eighth hotel, faced obstacles during construction, including the cost of equipment and the challenging topography of the site. Despite these challenges, the hotel was

January 26, 2023 • By Addis Insight
News

Betrayal of the Faith: 26 Copates’ Authority Revoked by Holy Synod

The Holy Synod has passed a decision revoking the authority of 26 Copates of Episcopate appointed by Abba Sawiros, Abba Eustathius, and Abba Zena Markos. The church stated that this appointment was made in violation of the church canon and that it was confirmed by statements given by social and broadcast media. The Holy Synod

January 26, 2023 • By Addis Insight
Ethiopian War

Former Ethiopian Minister Bereket Simon Freed After 4 Years on Corruption Charges

Former Ethiopian official Bereket Simon, who was arrested four years ago on corruption charges, has been released from prison today, according to his family. Bereket Simon, who is in his 60s, served as Communications Minister for the ruling Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) and was a founding member of the party. He was considered

January 25, 2023 • By Addis Insight
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Lemi Kura Sub City Data Center Up in Flames Ahead of Inauguration

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – A data center in Lemi Kura Sub City, Addis Ababa, was completely destroyed by fire on Monday night, January 23. The data center was set to be inaugurated this coming Saturday. According to the city administration, no data was compromised despite the extensive damage caused by the fire. The cause of

January 24, 2023 • By Addis Insight
Business

NORFUND INVESTS 21 Million USD TO INCREASE PRODUCTION OF EDIBLE OILS IN ETHIOPIA

Norfund and a consortium of private investors managed by 54 Capital announce $21 million growth capital investment into Ethiopia’s largest FMCG platform SAMANU. Increased local production of edible oil will create jobs, increase food security, and provide income for up to 200,000 smallholder farmers. SAMANU is a platform company with well-established brands operating in Ethiopia’s

January 24, 2023 • By Addis Insight