South Africa’s Ramaphosa Pushes Forward with National Dialogue Amid DA Party Withdrawal

Addis ababa: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Friday that his flagship national dialogue would proceed despite the withdrawal of the Democratic Alliance (DA), the African National Congress’s largest coalition partner. According to Ethiopian News Agency, the DA quit the talks last week after Ramaphosa dismissed DA deputy trade minister Andrew Whitfield for taking … Read more

NEBE Says Plans for Technology-Assisted, Accessible General Election

Addis ababa: The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has announced its plan to conduct the upcoming seventh general election via technology-based systems, with the aim of improving transparency, efficiency, and accessibility. The announcement was made during a joint forum of democratic institutions accountable to the House of People’s Representatives (HPR), where institutions presented progress … Read more

Deputy PM Stresses Importance of Effective Migration Management Key to Security, Human Rights

Addis ababa: Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh highlighted the need to enhance migration governance in a manner that ensures national security, respects refugee rights, and supports Ethiopia’s development aspirations. The Deputy Prime Minister made the remarks during the annual review of the National Migration Council commenced in Addis Ababa today. According to Ethiopian News Agency, … Read more

PM Abiy Reaffirms Commitment to Returning Displaced Person to Their Localities

Addis ababa: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reaffirmed the dedication of the government to facilitating the return of displaced citizens to their homes. During the 42nd regular session of the House of People’s Representatives, the Prime Minister stated that the Pretoria Peace Agreement has been instrumental in alleviating the sufferings of the people of Tigray, establishing … Read more

Ethiopia Seeks Regional Growth, Demands Respect: PM Abiy Ahmed

Addis ababa: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has reaffirmed Ethiopia’s strong commitment to regional cooperation while firmly underscoring the importance of safeguarding the country’s national interests, particularly with regard to securing access to a sea port. Addressing members of parliament during the 42nd regular session of the House of People’s Representatives, the Prime Minister responded to … Read more

Pretoria Agreement Brought Relief to People of Tigray: PM Abiy

Pretoria: The Pretoria Agreement has brought relief to Tigray, ending daily loss of life and creating a peaceful path forward, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed told members of the House of People’s Representatives today. According to Ethiopian News Agency, the prime minister said that the Pretoria Agreement has also introduced a new approach, engaging former combatants … Read more