Opinion

The Problem With Tribal Federalism is Not Its Implementation

Supporters of the failed tribal constitution suggest that the problem in Ethiopia is not the constitution per se, but its implementation. We have heard the same argument from advocates of communism. The problem was not the system but its implementation. Mengistu’s “Ethiopia First” revolution was not the problem. The problem was its implementation. That is

December 7, 2018 • By Koki Abesolome

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President Sahle-Work Among 100 Forbes Influential Women

Forbes Magazine listed Ethiopia’s President Sahle-Work Zewede among the 100 influential women in the world. President Sahle-Work was selected following her appointment as the first head of state for Ethiopia. Prior to that her immense experience as a seasoned diplomat ranking to several key positions in the US were also contributor factors. The President is

December 6, 2018 • By Addis Insight

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Ethiopia to Start Taxing Social Media Messaging Apps

Ethiopia’s sole telecom provider Ethio Telecom is finalizing its preparation to tax social media apps that are used for voice calls and messages. The list of applications to be taxed by the telecom company includes WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram and Facebook Messenger. According to Wazema Radio, the telecom company has been in the process of procuring

December 6, 2018 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

Ethiopian 50% Female Cabinet: Neither Authoritarianism Nor Tokenism

Ethiopia is at a watershed moment. Its survival as a peaceful and prosperous nation depends on its willingness and ability to adopt fundamental reforms in many areas. One such area is reining in the patrimonial culture and empowering women. This is critical particularly in a period of conflict because women are favorably predisposed toward compromise

December 2, 2018 • By Koki Abesolome

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Somali President 100 Days In Office

Thursday November 29, 2018 marks the first 100 days since Mustafa Omer was nominated as President of Somali Region. Many people are asking what has PRESIDENT Mustafa Omar so far achieved? Here is the summary of his main achievements : • The appointment of the new administration at regional, zonal and Woreda level was finalized

December 1, 2018 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

What Is Wrong With Oromo Tribalist?

All things being equal, in a truly democratic Ethiopia, an Ethiopian of Oromo heritage will have a better chance than her/his counterparts to govern Ethiopia for decades to come. I can see Abiy ruling Ethiopia up until 2020, followed by Lemma Megersa for 10 more years, assuming term limitations of two 5-year terms. Do not

December 1, 2018 • By Koki Abesolome

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PM Abiy Ahmed Among The Most Influential African In 2018|Ethiopia News

News Africa Magazine a London based monthly magazine picked Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed as the most influential African in the year 2018. The magazine picked 100 influential Africans in the year 2018 and unlike the previous list this time more Ethiopians made it to the list. PM Abiy Ahmed sweeping reforms in rebranding Ethiopia image

November 28, 2018 • By Addis Insight

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Emirates Unveils World’s First Integrated “biometric path”|Tech

Use of biometric technology across multiple points from check-in to boarding is first in the world in terms of its integration across airport stakeholders Advanced stage of implementation with the testing program already “live”, and pilot trials involving passengers to follow In phased development since 2015, the multi-million dollar program is part of Emirates’ continued investment

November 28, 2018 • By Addis Insight

Entrepreneurship

Huawei Announces the 2018/19 ICT Competition in Ethiopia

Over 4,000 Students and Teachers from Universities across the country to participate in Huawei Information Communication Technology (ICT) Competition. ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA – Tuesday, November ­­­­­27, 2018 – Huawei representatives in Ethiopia announced a nationwide ICT competition to take place in the coming months. Huawei in collaboration with Chinese Embassy officials, Ministry of Education (MoE)

November 28, 2018 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Betty G Performance at Afrima Music Award

Betty G, an artist with a golden voice who won her fans’ heart with her soulful second album “Wegegta” swept 3 awards at the 5th All African Music Awards (AFRIMA) which was held in Accra, Ghana on the 24th of November 2018. It was attended by hundreds of big names in the African music industry.

November 27, 2018 • By Addis Insight