Business

Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates 60 Years of Uninterrupted Service to Rome: A Milestone in Aviation Excellence

Addis Ababa, 20 September 2024 – Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s leading aviation powerhouse, proudly celebrates six decades of uninterrupted service to Rome, Italy. In honor of this remarkable milestone, the airline hosted a vibrant event in the heart of Rome, attended by high-ranking government officials from both Ethiopia and Italy, corporate guests, and key stakeholders,

September 21, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ministry of Finance Issues New Directive on Social Development Tax Exemptions

The Ministry of Finance has recently introduced Directive No. 1023/2017, aimed at identifying goods exempt from the social development tax levied on imported items. This directive is designed to support key social sectors and provide relief for communities affected by both natural and man-made crises. Purpose of the Directive The directive outlines exemptions from social

September 21, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopian Airlines Boosts Connectivity: 10 Weekly Flights to Guangzhou

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest and fastest-growing airline, has announced a significant expansion of its flight services to China. As of September 26, 2024, the airline has increased its weekly passenger flights to Guangzhou, one of China’s major commercial hubs, from seven to 10 flights. This strategic move reflects the airline’s continued efforts to meet the

September 20, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Renowned Artist Azeb Worku Arrested for Criticism of Development Projects

In a surprising turn of events, renowned Ethiopian artist Azeb Worku has been detained by authorities. Sources from the 3rd Police Station confirmed to The Habesha that the artist is currently in custody, although official details surrounding her arrest remain scarce. Azeb’s arrest follows the publication of a deeply emotional article where she criticized the

September 19, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

EthioTelecom Aims to Expand Telebirr Service to 55 Million Subscribers by 2025

EthioTelecom, a cornerstone of Ethiopia’s telecommunications industry for over 130 years, has unveiled ambitious plans for the 2024/25 fiscal year, entering the third year of its LEAD growth strategy. While the company has played a pivotal role in the nation’s socio-economic development, its current focus shifts to accelerating Ethiopia’s digital transformation, with Telebirr mobile money

September 19, 2024 • By Addis Insight

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Escape from Persecution: The Harrowing Tale of Ethiopian Journalists Bekalu Alamerew and Belay Manaye

Three months ago, Bekalu Alamerew and Belay Manaye, two journalists previously imprisoned in Ethiopia, were released under dire circumstances. They revealed that they were forced to flee the country due to life-threatening warnings from government security personnel and the ongoing surveillance they faced following their release. Belay and Bekalu undertook a harrowing journey that spanned

September 19, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Ambassador Nebiat Getachew Reappointed as Spokesperson for Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — Ambassador Nebiat Getachew Assegid has been reappointed as the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia. This decision follows the successful completion of his recent diplomatic assignment as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Algeria, where he was also accredited to Chad and Niger. Ambassador Nebiat, who previously served as

September 19, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopian Airlines to Make History with Africa’s First Airbus A350-1000 Arrival in October

Ethiopian Airlines is poised to make history with the delivery of the Airbus A350-1000, scheduled for October. This landmark event will see Ethiopian Airlines become the first African carrier to operate this state-of-the-art aircraft, underscoring its leadership role in the continent’s aviation sector. The Airbus A350-1000 is a cutting-edge addition to the A350 family, designed

September 18, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Politics

Drone Strikes in Ethiopia: A BBC Investigation into the Cost of Modern Warfare

The Growing Use of Drone Attacks by the Ethiopian Government in Internal Conflicts Drone technology, which has transformed modern warfare, is now a significant factor in Ethiopia’s internal conflicts. The Ethiopian government’s use of drones has led to numerous civilian casualties and has sparked widespread human rights concerns. This expanded article delves deeper into the

September 18, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopian Birr Loses Ground: Hits 132 in Black Market After Currency Liberalization

The Ethiopian birr recorded another fall against the U.S. dollar in the black market today, continuing a troubling trend that began last month following the Ethiopian government’s announcement of macroeconomic reforms and the liberalization of the foreign exchange market. The birr has dropped to 132 birr per dollar in the parallel market. The government had

September 18, 2024 • By Addis Insight