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

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Daniel Kibret’s Remarks on Church’s Bishops Appointment Sparks Calls to Stay Out of Religious Matters

The controversy surrounding Daniel Kibret’s comments about the Ethiopian Orthodox Church’s appointment of bishops is just the latest example of the ongoing tensions between the government and the church in Ethiopia. The Ethiopian Orthodox Church has played a significant role in the country’s history and culture and has long held a powerful position in society.

January 24, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Culture

Ethiopian Orthodox Church Takes Action Against Apostasy

The General Church Administrative Council of the Diocese of Addis Ababa has taken action against individuals who have committed apostasy against the church. On Monday, January 23, 2023, an emergency meeting was held under the chairmanship of Rev. Belay Mekonen, Deputy Chief of the General Church. During the meeting, the Holy Synod strongly condemned the

January 23, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Ameleset Muche Launches MayaFlicks: A New Era in Streaming

Ethiopian model, actress, environmental activist, and producer Ameleset Muche has launched a new streaming service platform called MayaFlicks. The platform offers unlimited access to a wide variety of movies at an affordable price of 40 birr per day or 15 birr per day. Users can access the platform via the web, Android, and the App

January 23, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Diaspora

Hulu Original: Azie Tesfai’s Vision – The Rise of the Queen of Sheba

The Queen of Sheba, a powerful figure in Ethiopian history, is the focus of a new drama series in development at Hulu’s Onyx Collective. The series is co-created by Chantelle Wells and actress-writer-producer Azie Tesfai, who was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of Eritrean immigrants who grew up in Ethiopia. She

January 22, 2023 • By Addis Insight

News

Unlawful Bishops Appointment Sparks Uproar in Ethiopian Orthodox Church: Patriarchs Call for Emergency Meeting

 His Holiness Abune Matthias I, Patriarch of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church;  His Eminence Abune Abraham, Archbishop of the Diocese of Bahir Dar, is the head of the General Church.  His Holiness said in a statement that the issue of the illegal “appointment of bishops” was conducted illegally without the recognition of the Holy Synod.  1.

January 22, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Business

Is Mamo Mihretu’s appointment as Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia a risky move?

Mamo Mihretu’s appointment as the Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has raised concerns among experts and economists in the country. Mihretu, a former World Bank staffer and chief trade negotiator for Ethiopia at the World Trade Organization, has been appointed to replace Dr. Yinager Dessie. Despite his achievements in other fields, Mihretu’s

January 21, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Culture

Barista keeps 100-year promise with Ethiopian emperor

By Kwak Yeon-soo CHUNCHEON, Gangwon Province ― Making a perfect cup of coffee is a delicate affair, from selecting healthy green beans, roasting them and determining the perfect brewing ratio to choosing the ideal serving temperature. Barista Cho Soo-kyung, the second-generation owner of Ethiopia Bet (Ethiopia House) coffeehouse in the Gangwon provincial city of Chuncheon,

January 21, 2023 • By Addis Insight