Ethiopian youth groups restore Rift valley lake & livelihoods
Community-based approachIt all starts with consultations with the local community about the need for the restoration work. “When we first learned about the restoration project after organizing into an association, we had a mix of hope and doubt,” recalls Gutema Mieso, chairman of Fike Lelisa youth association. Through extensive terracing and protecting the fertile soil from water erosion, the land gradually began to regenerate with grass. After five years, Abijata-Shalla National Park has seen significant improvements, with increased forest cover, reduced soil erosion and improved water levels in Lake Abijata. He says the restoration program has also created new livelihoods for community members directly involved in the restoration.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 22, 2025 13:07 UTC
Founding director of Ethiopian International Film Festival, Yirgashewa Teshome Amare: Cultural dialogue within BRICS is about mutual recognition
To be truly effective, BRICS film festivals must evolve from "one-week events" into permanent, year-round ecosystems. In 2025, TV BRICS became an information partner of the Ethiopian International Film Festival. As the director of the Ethiopian International Film Festival, I see this as a strategic alliance that converts local success into international prestige – it is the "megaphone" our stories have long deserved. How can BRICS cultural initiatives, including film festivals, support emerging filmmakers and new voices from developing film markets? Looking ahead to 2026 and beyond, what new directions or collaborations do you hope to develop for the Ethiopian International Film Festival and its international partners?
Source:Ethiopian News
December 22, 2025 13:03 UTC
Egypt Denies Making Threat Against Ethiopia, Demands “Binding Agreement”
There have been allegations in Ethiopia, including by the government, that Egypt has been behind Ethiopian rebel groups one way or another. Egypt has been advancing “historical rights over the Nile” narrative based on the 1959 agreement to which Ethiopia was not a party. Ethiopia, contributing about 85 percent of the nile water flowing to the lower riparian countries, was given no water share. Ethiopia has been negotiating from a point of view of equitable use of the water rejecting “historical right” which Egyptian President reframed as “Preservation” of water rights. “The binding agreement” Egypt is pushing for is compromising Ethiopia’s sovereignty and its future use of the water.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 22, 2025 12:46 UTC
Federal judge to decide if Kilmar Abrego Garcia will return to ICE custody
Federal judge to decide if Kilmar Abrego Garcia will return to ICE custody The hearing for Kilmar Abrego Garcia will be held Monday afternoon. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 22, 2025 11:46 UTC
PM #Modi witnesses soulful rendition of #vandemataram by Ethiopian singers in #Ethiopia
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Source:Ethiopian News
December 22, 2025 11:01 UTC
Ethiopian female entrepreneurs graduate from China-supported business training
Trainees attend the graduation ceremony of the Global Female Entrepreneurship Empowerment Program (GFEEP) workshop in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Dec. 20, 2025. (Xinhua/Liu Fangqiang)More than 60 Ethiopian female entrepreneurs have graduated from the China-supported Global Female Entrepreneurship Empowerment Program (GFEEP) workshop in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's capital. ADDIS ABABA, Dec. 22 (Xinhua) -- More than 60 Ethiopian female entrepreneurs have graduated from the China-supported Global Female Entrepreneurship Empowerment Program (GFEEP) workshop in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's capital. (Xinhua/Liu Fangqiang)"The training workshop reflects China's commitment to women's entrepreneurship empowerment, inclusive development, and the people-to-people exchange between China and Africa," Sun said. The GFEEP is a capacity-building initiative led by Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) that targets female entrepreneurs from developing countries.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 22, 2025 09:33 UTC
Digital Infrastructure Drive Boosts Urban Growth, Service Delivery: State Ministers
Addis Ababa, December 21, 2025 (ENA) —Ethiopia’s expanding digital infrastructure is significantly accelerating urban economic and social development by improving public service delivery, creating jobs, and strengthening revenue systems, State Ministers said. State Minister of Urban and Infrastructure Fenta Dejen said expanding digital infrastructure is central to accelerating urban development. “By building and expanding digital infrastructure, the government is accelerating the economic, social, and political development of cities,” he said. State Minister of Innovation and Technology Muluken Kere said Digital Ethiopia 2030 sets clear national targets to raise digital awareness and skills. According to Dawit, about 58,000 taxpayers are currently filing taxes digitally, and the Digital Ethiopia 2030 Strategy will further enhance revenue performance.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 22, 2025 01:59 UTC
US Coast Guard pursuing another Venezuelan oil tanker after two prior seizures
US Coast Guard pursuing another Venezuelan oil tanker after two prior seizures The U.S. Coast Guard said it is pursuing another Venezuelan oil tanker after two prior seizures.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 22, 2025 00:32 UTC
Justice Department responds as lawmakers complain about redactions, partial release of Epstein files
Justice Department responds as lawmakers complain about redactions, partial release of Epstein files The Justice Department is defending its work after lawmakers said heavy redaction and the partial release of Epstein files breaks a law.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 22, 2025 00:31 UTC
Baltimore residents rally against BGE rate hikes, demanding public utility options
Baltimore residents rally against BGE rate hikes, demanding public utility options On Saturday, Baltimore residents, energy justice organizers, and elected officials rallied at City Hall to protest utility rate hikes, utility debt, and shutoffs by Baltimore Gas and Electric.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 21, 2025 16:37 UTC
Two DW journalists permanently suspended
Ethiopia’s government has dealt a fresh setback to independent journalism by permanently suspending two Deutsche Welle (DW) correspondents, intensifying concerns over press restrictions. Deutsche Welle, Germany’s public international broadcaster, announced on December 12 that the Ethiopian Media Authority—a government body regulating news outlets—had imposed the suspensions. Initially, on October 23, the authority temporarily halted all journalistic activities by nine DW Ethiopia-based reporters. The incident underscores escalating threats to the independent press amid Ethiopia’s regional conflicts and political tensions. Critics argue such actions stifle reporting on sensitive issues, eroding media freedom in a country already ranked low on global press indices.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 21, 2025 16:01 UTC
Building a vibrant startup future
It’s about unlocking potential and giving every teen the opportunity to build a future filled with opportunity, dignity, and hope. Through startup creation, problem-solving, and mentorship, they discover confidence, purpose, and the ability to drive change in their communities. Capital: What opportunities do you see for young Ethiopian entrepreneurs and startup founders through your innovation training programs? Ifat Bechor: Ethiopia has an extraordinary young population, a fast-growing digital landscape, and huge unmet needs across many sectors. Capital: How important is international cooperation in building Ethiopia’s startup ecosystem, and how does Unistream’s Israeli experience contribute to this?
Source:Ethiopian News
December 21, 2025 15:36 UTC
Ethiopia plans Africa's largest airport
Dhaka: Ethiopia has announced plans to construct what will become Africa’s largest airport, a £7.4 billion project located near Bishoftu, southeast of the capital Addis Ababa. The ambitious development aims to transform the country’s aviation infrastructure and further cement Ethiopia’s position as a leading aviation hub on the continent. The new airport will feature four runways and is designed to accommodate up to 100 million passengers annually, a significant increase compared with the current capacity at Bole International Airport. “This project reflects Ethiopia’s commitment to developing world-class aviation infrastructure and enhancing connectivity across Africa and beyond,” said a spokesperson for Ethiopian Airlines. It is also expected to increase the competitiveness of Ethiopian Airlines, which has steadily expanded its long-haul and cargo operations in recent years.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 21, 2025 09:05 UTC