Social Issues

Legendary Ethiopian Cultural Singer Semahegn Belew Laid to Rest in Addis Ababa

​Famous Ethiopian traditional vocalist Semahegn Belew, affectionately known as “Seme Balageru,” was laid to rest today, Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at the Bole Bulbula Debre Medhanit Medhanealem Church in Addis…

Aviation Pioneer and Former Ethiopian Airlines CEO Captain Zeleke Demissie Dies at 87

​Captain Zeleke Demissie, the legendary former CEO of Ethiopian Airlines and a pioneering figure in African aviation, has passed away at the age of 87, the national carrier announced today.…

Business and Economy

News

CBE and EIC Forge Historic Partnership to Advance Ethiopia’s Financial Sector

​The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) and the Ethiopian Insurance Corporation (EIC) have signed a historic partnership agreement to elevate their long-standing cooperation. The strategic pact, signed at the CBE…

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

Ethiopia Passes Strict Customs Law to Confiscate Contraband Vehicles

The Ethiopian House of People’s Representatives has officially ratified a stringent new customs amendment that authorizes the outright confiscation of vehicles used to transport contraband. Passed by a majority vote…