Social Issues

Ethiopian Mother Sentenced to Five Years for Attempted Infanticide

​A mother has been sentenced to five years of rigorous imprisonment in the Borana Zone of Oromia, Ethiopia, after being convicted of attempting to kill her newborn daughter by forcing…

Organizations Launch #NotWaiting Campaign to Reshape Global Narrative on Africa

​A new continental initiative named “#NotWaiting” was officially launched today during a joint press conference held by Africa No Filter and Opportunity Africa. The campaign specifically aims to challenge and…

Business and Economy

News

IMF and Ethiopia Reach Staff-Level Agreement to Unlock $468 Million Loan

​The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Ethiopian government have reached a staff-level agreement on economic policies to conclude the fifth review of the country’s economic program. Once approved by…

Sports and Arts

Ethiopia Drawn with Senegal and Sudan in Tough 2027 AFCON Qualifying Group

​The Confederation of African Football (CAF) officially conducted the qualification draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Tuesday, placing the Ethiopian national football team, the Walias, into…

Interviews

ADFD Tracks Progress of Major African Road Infrastructure Projects in Togo, Madagascar, and Nigeria

​The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) announced it is monitoring the implementation of major infrastructure projects across Africa, tracking advancements in Togo, Madagascar, and Nigeria. According to the Fund,…