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๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Ethiopia, Somaliland: Israel Advances Its Interests in the Horn of Africa

Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Ethiopia highlights the strengthening ties between Israel and Ethiopia, emphasizing economic cooperation and Israel's technological support in the region.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:51 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Over 1,000 Teachers Resign in Amhara Region, Many Reportedly Migrating to Arab States - Report

Over 1,000 teachers have resigned in Ethiopia's Amhara Region, primarily due to economic pressures and the desire for better opportunities abroad, particularly in Arab states.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:24 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Ethiopia's President Selassie welcomes Israel's President Herzog for talks on strengthening ties

Ethiopia's President Selassie hosted Israeli President Herzog for discussions aimed at enhancing bilateral relations amidst regional diplomatic tensions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:23 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Ethiopia revokes media licence of independent outlet Addis Standard

Ethiopia has revoked the media licence of the independent outlet Addis Standard, citing violations that harm national interests, marking an increase in limitations on press freedom in the country.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:18 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Israeli President Herzog arrives in Addis Ababa at start of two-day official visit

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is on a two-day official visit to Ethiopia, marking an effort to expand diplomatic relations in the Horn of Africa.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The President of Israel Begins a Visit to Ethiopia and Looks to Strengthen Partnership

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has arrived in Ethiopia to enhance bilateral relations and cooperation between the two nations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 05:41 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
World

The Israeli president visits Ethiopia, a key partner on the African continent

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is on a two-day visit to Ethiopia, focusing on reinforcing diplomatic relations amid a shifting geopolitical landscape in Africa.

Feb 24 โ€ข 21:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Egypt denies granting Ethiopia access to the Red Sea and reaffirms its position on the Renaissance Dam

Egypt has denied reports claiming it is willing to grant Ethiopia access to the Red Sea in exchange for concessions on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) negotiations.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:54 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Israel is doing everything possible to be more present in Africa

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is on a two-day official visit to Ethiopia to enhance cooperation between Israel and Africa.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: AWLN Convenes High-Level Meetings to Advance Women's Leadership on the Margins of the 39th African Union Summit

The African Women Leaders Network held high-level meetings during the 39th African Union Summit to promote women's leadership in Africa.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Herzog in Ethiopia after Erdogan: What Does Israel Want from the Dark Continent?

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is on a two-day official visit to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to strengthen ties and enhance Israel's influence in Africa amid rising regional competition.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: The Growing Threat of Conflict in the Horn of Africa

Tensions are escalating in the Horn of Africa, particularly in Tigray, following recent clashes and political divisions within the ruling party.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:01 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Ethiopia: A large coal plant is under construction

Ethiopia has initiated the construction of its first large-scale coal plant, aiming to produce over 1.2 million tons of coal annually, despite this conflicting with the country's green energy ambitions.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:11 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Ethiopia marks 65th army anniversary amid Tigray tensions

Ethiopia celebrates the 65th anniversary of its Special Operations Command in the context of ongoing tensions near the Tigray region, highlighting military modernization and unity.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:39 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Africa: All of Africa Today - February 23, 2026

Eritrea and Ethiopia are escalating tensions on their shared border, raising fears of renewed conflict amid accusations of hostility and military preparations from both sides.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Full Ban on New Combustion Engine Cars Imposed - Here Are the Consequences After Two Years

Ethiopia's government banned the import of combustion engine cars two years ago, leading to a significant increase in the share of electric vehicles.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: PM Abiy Hails Ethiopia's Two-Winged Elite Forces As Symbol of Purpose, Discipline

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed praises the elite two-winged airborne forces of Ethiopia during their 65th anniversary celebration, highlighting their embodiment of purpose and discipline.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:27 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Ev Adoption Gains Pace After Gas Car Import Ban

Ethiopia's ban on gasoline and diesel car imports is accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles in the country.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:49 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Eritrea: Widening Rift Between Eritrea and Ethiopia Sparks Fear of New Conflict

Eritrea and Ethiopia are preparing for potential warfare as tensions escalate over territorial claims and border violence, particularly in the Tigray region.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:47 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia and Eritrea Are On Edge Again - What's Behind the Growing Risk of War

Ethiopia and Eritrea face renewed tensions that raise fears of potential conflict due to historical disputes and recent political developments.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

CEO discusses what happened when Attendo hired 1,500 caregivers from abroad

Attendo, a care company, hired 1,000 caregivers from the Philippines and about 500 from Ethiopia, Kenya, and India, but later had to lay off Finnish workers due to changing needs.

Feb 22 โ€ข 17:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

From subsidence to water leakage: Scientists explain the Renaissance Dam crisis to Al Jazeera Net

Experts discuss the potential risks and structural concerns related to Ethiopia's Grand Renaissance Dam, highlighting the need for collaboration between Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Abiy Ahmed: We strengthened our military capabilities and expanded training to include the sea

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced the expansion of military training to maritime capabilities, emphasizing the countryโ€™s advancements in technology and preparedness to protect regional stability.

Feb 22 โ€ข 10:50 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Ethiopia Becomes the Real-Life Showcase of 'Made in China' Electric Mobility

Ethiopia's shift to electric vehicles is transforming its automotive market and revealing China's significant influence in emerging mobility.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Ethio Telecom CEO Says Telestream Goes Beyond Entertainment to Power Nat'l Digital Growth

Ethio Telecom has launched its new internet-based streaming platform, teleStream, aiming to enhance Ethiopia's digital and media landscape by supporting various sectors beyond entertainment.

Feb 21 โ€ข 15:10 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Risk of Renewed Conflict Mounts As Troop Movements Reported Near Eritrea-Tigray Border

Ethiopia and Eritrea are increasing military presence near the Tigray border, heightening the potential for renewed conflict in the region.

Feb 21 โ€ข 15:10 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: TPLF At 51 - Legacy of Transformation, Contention

The Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) celebrated its 51st anniversary amid ongoing political tensions in Ethiopia, highlighting its influential yet contentious role in the country's history.

Feb 21 โ€ข 15:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Sudanese Army Shoots Down Drones in Kordofan as a Thousand People Flee to Ethiopia

The Sudanese army shot down drones over Kordofan, leading to the flight of about a thousand people to Ethiopia amid ongoing conflicts.

Feb 21 โ€ข 05:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

SUDAN: Interview with Darfur's governor

The article features an interview with Darfur's Governor Minni Arko Minawi discussing the latest developments in Sudan amidst rising tensions in the region.

Feb 20 โ€ข 23:15 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Eswatini: Eswatini Applauds Ethiopia's Impressive Mega Development Projects

The Kingdom of Eswatini has praised Ethiopia for its successful execution of large-scale development projects like the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:39 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Special Operations Command Marks 65th Anniversary With Grand Exhibition in Hawassa

Ethiopia's Special Operations Command celebrated its 65th anniversary with a significant photographic exhibition in Hawassa, highlighting its history and achievements.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:38 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Russia Denies Recruiting Kenyan Citizens for War in Ukraine

The Russian embassy in Kenya has denied allegations of recruiting Kenyan citizens to fight in Ukraine, calling them a misleading propaganda campaign.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:29 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: ErdoฤŸan Warns Against New Conflict in Horn of Africa, Calls for Regional Solutions

Turkish President Recep Tayyip ErdoฤŸan advocates for collaboration and stability in the Horn of Africa during his visit to Ethiopia.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Ethiopia: The Prime Minister Welcomes the Turkish President to Addis Ababa

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited Ethiopia to celebrate the centenary of diplomatic relations and signed two major economic agreements with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:06 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

Erdogan slams Israel over Somaliland recognition, warns of horn of Africa instability

Turkish President Erdogan has condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland, claiming it could destabilize the Horn of Africa.

Feb 17 โ€ข 21:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Turkey and Ethiopia Sign Agreements in the Fields of Economy and Energy

Turkey and Ethiopia have signed two agreements focusing on economic and energy cooperation during President ErdoฤŸan's visit to Ethiopia.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Erdogan: Israel's recognition of Somaliland benefits no one

Turkey's President Erdogan stated that Israel's recognition of Somaliland does not benefit Somaliland or the region.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:32 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

During his visit to Ethiopia, Turkish President Erdogan tries to bring his African partners closer

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is on a visit to Ethiopia to strengthen ties with African partners.

Feb 17 โ€ข 17:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

Chinese Money Courting Africa Again - With Generous Help from Donald Trump

The recent African Union summit in Ethiopia highlighted the country's strong ties to Chinese economic influence, particularly through funding for significant projects like the African CDC.

Feb 17 โ€ข 17:11 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

Erdogan in Addis: Turkey deepens Ethiopia ties

Turkish President Recep Tayyip ErdoฤŸan visits Ethiopia, strengthening diplomatic and trade relations on the centennial anniversary of Turkey's embassy in Addis Ababa.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Erdogan warns: Israel's recognition of 'Somaliland' benefits no one

Turkish President Erdogan asserts that Israel's recognition of Somaliland is unhelpful to the region, calling for local solutions to regional issues.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Ethiopian who founded four cafes in Vilnius was helped to fulfill her dreams by the Lithuanian language

Ethiopian coffee expert Eskedar Tilahun credits her success in Lithuania to her mastery of the Lithuanian language and the supportive community around her.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:27 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Oromo Liberation Front Warns of Growing War Risks in Ethiopia, Calls for Political Dialogue

The Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) has expressed concerns about potential escalation of conflict in Ethiopia, urging for political dialogue and unity among the Oromo people.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

From Nairobi.. A โ€˜Firmโ€™ Egyptian Message Rejecting Unilateral Measures in the Nile Basin

Egypt has called for cooperation among Nile Basin countries and announced a new funding mechanism of $100 million to support dam projects amid rising water tensions with Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Military Buildup on the Tigray Border Raises Fears of Renewed War in Ethiopia

Large military buildups on the borders of Tigray are raising concerns about the potential for renewed conflict in Ethiopia, jeopardizing the fragile peace agreement established in 2022.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:58 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia Revokes Reuters Journalists' Accreditation Following Investigative Report

Ethiopia's government has revoked the accreditation of three Reuters journalists after the agency published an investigative report on Ethiopia's involvement in training forces for the Sudanese civil war.

Feb 17 โ€ข 05:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Russian military aircraft unexpectedly appeared at a foreign state's air force demonstration flight

Russian military jets participated unexpectedly in an air force demonstration in Ethiopia, revealing the countryโ€™s recent acquisition of Jakovlev Jak-130 training aircraft.

Feb 16 โ€ข 21:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Is War Postponed Between Egypt and Ethiopia? Analysts Outline the Options

Analysts suggest that war between Egypt and Ethiopia is not inevitable, yet remains a possible scenario if diplomatic efforts fail amidst rising regional tensions.

Feb 16 โ€ข 18:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Towards Turkey's Greater Presence in the Horn of Africa: Erdogan Visits Ethiopia

Turkish President Erdogan is visiting Ethiopia to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, aiming to enhance Turkey's presence in the Horn of Africa.

Feb 16 โ€ข 13:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

African leaders mobilise malaria funding at AU summit

African leaders at the AU summit in Ethiopia called for increased funding to combat malaria, highlighting the risks of losing progress made against the disease.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:25 UTC

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