Culture

Clashes erupt amid a celebration at Weybela Maryam church

Clashes erupt in the Kolfe Keranio sub-city, near Burayu weybela Mariam Church. His Holiness Abune Melkizedek, Archbishop of the Diocese of Addis Ababa and Gurage, leads the procession to restore the Archdiocese by calming the situation and comforting the parishioners. Ethiopian Government Communication Service; He said the baptism ceremony was celebrated colorfully and peacefully throughout

January 21, 2022 • By Addis Insight

COVID-19

Chinese government donated 2.2mln of Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccines to Ethiopia

On Thursday, the Chinese government donated an additional 2.2 million doses of Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccines to Ethiopia, giving a boost to the East African nation’s vaccination efforts. The handover ceremony for the latest donated vaccines was visited by Ethiopian government officials and the Chinese diplomatic community members. China has donated around 7 million COVID-19 vaccine

January 21, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

“The conflict must end”- Africa Minister Vicky Ford

Africa Minister Vicky Ford has concluded a visit to Addis Ababa, part of a 3-country trip to the region. The Minister met Prime Minister Abiy, State Minister Redwan and Finance Minister Shide to discuss concerns over the ongoing conflict and pathways to peace, as well as economic development and regional cooperation. The conflict in the

January 21, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Business

How Ethiopia’s removal from AGOA be a blessing in disguise for the AfCFTA  

By Bekan Bekele The Biden administration’s decision to remove Ethiopia from AGOA under the preconceived notion of the human rights violation that has ensued in and around the northern part of the country has caused waves to Ethiopians living in Ethiopia and around the world. After stating the eligibility requirements, outlined in section 104 of

January 20, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Ethiopia’s war truce: Epiphany celebrated amid the torment

On Tuesday and Wednesday, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church celebrated Epiphany, locally known as Timkat. Crowds gathered in Gondar, a former seat of the royal empire in Ethiopia’s Amhara region. But this year, many were not in a party mood in the conflict-torn area. Thousands made the trip to Gondar, counting to 22 flights recorded in

January 20, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Journalist Meaza Mohammed Released from Custody

Following the recent disruption regarding media content, various journalists have been detained without any explanation. Journalist Meaza Mohammed was taken from her house in Addis Ababa Nifas Silk Sub-city, without any allegation. She is the co-founder of the online media outlet, Roha media and previously worked at Abay Media. On December 19, her lawyer said

January 18, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

A few Reasons Why Ermias & Alibaba Venture Will Hurt Small Business in Ethiopia

By- “በቀቀኑ” Opining(Points) on ኤርሚያስ አመልጋ opening up an Alibaba branch in Ethiopia( A cloud sharing platform to be specific) 1) Whether its just a simple cloud sharing platform or whether it is a bigger one, business wise for Alibaba’s gluttonous model is bound to be successful that it will definitely progress to establishing a

January 17, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopian diasporas replete with industrial investment opportunities

Ethiopia’s economy has been on a continuous and high growth trajectory since the turn of the millennium, registering an average annual growth of over ten pc. It’s about double the average growth rate recorded for sub-Saharan Africa over much the same period. 13 industrial parks in work sectors, including pharmaceutical, agro processing, and textile and

January 17, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ermias Amelega to bring Alibaba in six months

Alibaba the breakthrough e-commerce company will enter Ethiopia’s digital economy within the next six months. The e-commerce venture that is about to be launched is the result of a partnership between Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba and Ethiopian business tycoon Ermias Amerga, who has extensive experience in banking, technology and real estate. .. Has appeared. “It

January 15, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

PM Abiy Ahmed Spoke With Justin Trudeau

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today had a telephone conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on his Twitter account. He said the talks focused on current national and environmental issues, adding that Ethiopia appreciates the support of friendly countries such as Canada.

January 15, 2022 • By Addis Insight