Gov’t Will Dissolve Local Admins in Disputed Territories to Return Tigray IDPs: Getachew Reda
The federal government is preparing to dissolve local administrations in areas disputed by the Tigray and Amhara regional administrations as part of efforts to facilitate the return of internally displaced persons (IDPs), according to the former Tigray Interim Administration (TIA) President, Getachew Reda. Getachew’s comments come following a visit to Humera, in Western Tigray, alongside US Ambassador to Ethiopia, Ervin Massinga this week. Speaking to The Reporter, Getachew said that the federal government plans to dissolve local administrations in the disputed areas to pave the way for the IDPs to return. Ambassador Massinga also addressed the timeline and the transition of international support in a video shared by the US Embassy in Addis Ababa. While the federal government plans to dissolve the administrations in these disputed zones, exact dates or specific locations where these measures will take place have not been announced.
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January 18, 2026 02:20 UTC
Abigail Spanberger sworn in as Virginia's first woman governor
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January 17, 2026 22:08 UTC
Egypt welcomes Trump's offer to mediate Nile River water dispute with Ethiopia
President Donald Trump’s offer to settle a dispute between Egypt and Ethiopia over Nile River waters has drawn thanks from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi, as the two African nations continue their decadeslong quarrel over water security. The decadeslong dispute over Nile waters escalated in September after Ethiopia launched the $5 billion Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, with neighboring Egypt expressing concerns about reduced water flows downstream. Egypt, meanwhile, says the dam violates international treaties and could significantly reduce its water supply if filled too quickly. The nation, which is almost entirely dependent on the Nile for its fresh water, is also concerned about Ethiopia using more water during drought years. During his first term in 2020, Trump predicted that Egypt would “end up blowing up the dam.” He said: “They’ll blow up that dam.
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January 17, 2026 15:38 UTC
Egypt and Sudan welcome Trump's offer to mediate Nile River dam dispute
CAIRO (AP) — Egypt and Sudan welcomed on Saturday President Donald Trump’s offer to resume U.S. mediation efforts with Ethiopia to resolve a long-running Nile River water dispute following Addis Ababa's construction of a giant dam. Egypt sees the dam as a “grave violation of international law" that poses "an existential threat,” fearing a severe effect on Nile water flow. Egypt, a mostly desert country, depends on the Nile River to supply its booming population of 110 million with fresh water. El-Sissi has said that his country’s share of Nile water is “ untouchable,” though he favored resolving the dispute through negotiations. Ethiopia says the $5 billion dam is essential, arguing the vast majority of its population lacks electricity.
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January 17, 2026 12:16 UTC
Trump offers Egypt to mediate on Ethiopia dam
WASHINGTON, United States, Jan 17, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - US President Donald Trump told Egypt on Friday he was ready to reopen diplomacy to press Ethiopia into sharing water from a mega-dam that has angered Cairo. "I am ready to restart US mediation between Egypt and Ethiopia to responsibly resolve the question of 'The Nile Water Sharing' once and for all," Trump said a letter to Sisi posted on social media by the White House. "The United States affirms that no state in this region should unilaterally control the precious resources of the Nile, and disadvantage its neighbors in the process," Trump said. Sisi has called the dam an existential threat, with parched Egypt counting on the Nile for 97 percent of its water needs. The remarks stunned both Egypt and Ethiopia, which summoned the US ambassador for clarification and vowed to resist any attack.
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January 17, 2026 12:02 UTC
Egypt and Sudan welcome Trump’s offer to mediate Nile River dam dispute
Add AP News on Google Add AP News as your preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. ShareCAIRO (AP) — Egypt and Sudan welcomed on Saturday President Donald Trump’s offer to resume U.S. mediation efforts with Ethiopia to resolve a long-running Nile River water dispute following Addis Ababa’s construction of a giant dam. Egypt sees the dam as a “grave violation of international law” that poses “an existential threat,” fearing a severe effect on Nile water flow. Egypt, a mostly desert country, depends on the Nile River to supply its booming population of 110 million with fresh water. El-Sissi has said that his country’s share of Nile water is “ untouchable,” though he favored resolving the dispute through negotiations.
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January 17, 2026 11:52 UTC
IMF Executive Board Completes the Fourth Review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement for Ethiopia
Washington, DC: The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) today completed the fourth review of the 48-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) for Ethiopia. Revenue mobilization has been strong, and recent tax policy reforms bode well for broadening the tax base and raising revenue potential. The financing assurances received and adjustment efforts made are consistent with IMF policy requirements and program parameters. Interbank market and repo market development will support monetary policy transmission. Tax and customs administration reforms will be key to broadening the tax base to maximize tax policy reform gains and foster a more stable taxation environment.
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January 17, 2026 11:51 UTC
IMF approves 261 million US dollars for Ethiopia after fourth ECF review
The International Monetary Fund on Thursday approved the release of 261 million US dollars to Ethiopia after completing the fourth review of the country’s 48-month Extended Credit Facility programme, bringing total disbursements under the arrangement to about 2.183 billion US dollars. The IMF said the financing would help Ethiopia meet its balance of payments and fiscal financing needs as the government continues to implement its Homegrown Economic Reform Agenda. The Fund said overall programme performance was broadly in line with commitments, with all quantitative performance criteria and most indicative targets met. The IMF said Ethiopia had committed to measures to ensure the fiscal deficit remains financeable and that spending stays aligned with programme objectives. “Maintaining the reform momentum remains key to the promising macroeconomic outlook,” he said.
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January 17, 2026 11:02 UTC
Ethiopian Aviation University Graduates Over 450 Aviation Professionals from 12 Countries
Addis Ababa, 17 January 2026Ethiopian Aviation University, the largest aviation center of excellence in Africa, graduates 457 aviation professionals from 12 countries. The graduates were trainees of the university’s Pilot Training, Aircraft Maintenance Training, and Cabin Crew Training schools. Commenting on the graduation, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said, “Ethiopian Aviation University has been the backbone of Ethiopian Airlines’ success for decades, training the skilled professionals behind the airline’s operations. By training aviation professionals from around the world, we proudly share our expertise and contribute to the growth of the global aviation industry. About Ethiopian Aviation UniversityEthiopian Aviation University (EAU) is the largest and most modern aviation center of excellence in Africa recognized as ICAO Regional Training Center of Excellence.
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January 17, 2026 10:56 UTC
IMF Greenlights $261m for Ethiopia
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has disbursed 261 million dollars to Ethiopia following the completion of its fourth review of its 48-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement. The IMF’s latest review praised Ethiopia’s macroeconomic performance as having “exceeded expectations,” citing robust GDP growth, rising exports, improved domestic revenue mobilisation, growing foreign exchange reserves, and a moderation in inflation. These developments, in the IMF’s assessment, reflect early dividends from the government's reform programme. “All quantitative performance criteria were met, and most indicative targets were achieved,” said a statement issued on Friday, January 16, 2026. The review also introduced a new binding ceiling on foreign-exchange intervention by the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), restricting its activity to the official auction platform.
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January 17, 2026 10:53 UTC
Egypt's Sisi Says He Values Offer by Trump to Mediate Nile Dam Dispute
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January 17, 2026 09:58 UTC
Horn and Gulf: Shifting Tides
All Horn countries are either unstable or in crisis, and only Somaliland appears ideal for US and Israeli military bases. Once a pragmatic partner, Abu Dhabi is now cast as the central spoiler in Sudan and, by extension, the wider Horn and Gulf region. The RSF is widely perceived as enjoying Emirati backing, while the SAF draws support from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. If Iran falls, then the US and Israel will become highly influential in the Gulf and Horn regions. If the Horn finds peace, then Egypt and Eritrea will have no leverage.
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January 17, 2026 08:30 UTC
Trump offers another mediation, this time between Egypt and Ethiopia over Nile river water dispute. Here's what he said
United States President Donald Trump has often claimed to have stopped wars by mediating between countries for which he sees himself worthy of the Nobel Peace Prize. This time again he has said that the United States is ready to resume mediation between Egypt and Ethiopia over the dispute of sharing Nile river waters between both the countries. Trump wrote to a letter to Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on Friday in which he offered to end the dispute. While Ethiopia having a population of more than 120 million people sees the dam vital for its economic growth. Egypt claims that the dam is a violation of the international treaties and could lead to drought and floods.
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January 17, 2026 07:46 UTC
After almost 20 years, Zagol, northern Nevada's only Ethiopian restaurant, is closing
Zagol Ethiopian Cuisine is calling it a career after almost 20 years in Reno. A couple of years ago, 2 News Nevada highlighted Zagol and its owner, Shita Gesit. "I saw online that this place was closing, and I never had Ethiopian food before, and I, like, begged some members of my family to come with me." "This is normally our treat restaurant when dad is out of town," said Jennifer Zeni, with her husband and son. "We come to Ethiopian because we like it more than he does."
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January 17, 2026 04:25 UTC
Nile water sharing dispute: Trump offers to mediate Egypt-Ethiopia fallout; writes to Al-Sisi
Donald Trump with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi (AP image)US President Donald Trump on Friday offered to mediate the long-running dispute between Egypt and Ethiopia over the sharing of Nile River waters. He stated that Washington is ready to restart talks to find a lasting and fair solution.In a letter written to Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and later posted on Trump’s Truth Social account, the US president said he was prepared to renew American mediation efforts amid rising tensions linked to Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD).The Nile dispute has intensified since Ethiopia inaugurated the GERD on September 9. Egypt, which lies downstream, has strongly opposed the project, arguing that it threatens its water security. Ethiopia, Africa’s second-most populous country with more than 120 million people, views the $5 billion dam as central to its economic development and electricity generation plans.In his letter, Trump also praised Sisi’s regional role.“I thank you for your leadership in successfully mediating a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. will not lead to major military conflict between Egypt and Ethiopia.”Egypt which is home to around 107 million people, depends on the Nile for nearly all of its fresh water, which is critical for households, agriculture and power generation at the Aswan High Dam, according to BBC.Ethiopia has confirmed it has completed filling the reservoir at the GERD, a massive hydroelectric project on the Blue Nile that officials say will help bring electricity to millions and boost economic growth.
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January 17, 2026 03:51 UTC