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#Coming_UP: The Standard Signal | Ep. 10: PM Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopian Intellectuals, and Power
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- #Coming_UP: The Standard Signal | Ep. 10: PM Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopian Intellectuals, and Power
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s January lecture at Addis Abeba University framed itself as a reflection on intellectuals, leadership, and national prosperity, defining who counts as an intellectual and assessing the role of ideas and academic institutions in Ethiopia’s history.
But who defines intellectuals? Why does it matter?
In this episode of The Standard Signal, Tsedale Lemma speaks with historian and public intellectual Ezekiel Gebissa to critically examine the lecture, probing what happens when power speaks in the language of ideas, and how this shapes intellectual autonomy and epistemic freedom.
Premiers at: 7:30 PM tonight.
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#Ethiopia #EthiopianIntellectuals #PowerAndIdeas #AcademicFreedom #AAU75 #PublicIntellectuals #PoliticsAndKnowledge #TheStandardSignal
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- #Trump says he will try to bring #Egyptian, #Ethiopian leaders together over GERD
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- US President Donald Trump said he would try to bring the leaders of Egypt and Ethiopia together to revive negotiations over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), describing the project as a “dangerous issue.”
Speaking during a meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump described the GERD as one of the largest dams in the world and claimed it “basically blocks the Nile River.” He said negotiations were close to a deal toward the end of his previous term but stalled afterward.
Trump said he would try to put talks “back on track,” adding that both countries have “strong leaders” and expressing confidence that a deal could be reached.
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- Ethiopia & Africa News: Ethiopian Airlines, UAE Flights, ICC Darfur Report & More
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard;
Ethiopian Airlines orders 9 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, expands fleet and safety measures.
Somalia and South Africa discuss regional security, trade, and peace cooperation.
UAE-linked cargo flights tracked to Ethiopian military base amid Horn of Africa tensions.
CBE launches “CBE Connect” digital wallet to simplify foreign currency transfers.
ICC finds evidence of war crimes and crimes against humanity in Sudan’s El Fasher.
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- Horn of Africa update: GERD Tensions, Somalia–Qatar Defense Deal, UAE Dispute
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- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard
Somalia signs a defense cooperation agreement with Qatar after ending UAE security ties
Egypt demands compensation from Ethiopia, escalating rhetoric over the GERD
Saudi-backed Yemeni government accuses the UAE of running secret prisons; Abu Dhabi denies the claims
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed accepts an official invitation to visit Azerbaijan
Tigray political actors raise concerns over a U.S. envoy’s visit to Western Tigray
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- Ethiopia's PM Abiy Accepts Azerbaijan Visit
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- 4 months ago
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- PM Abiy Ahmed accepts an official visit invitation from Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev. The nations are deepening ties in defense, economy, and politics. This follows discussions on military-industrial collaboration and an agreement to expand defense manufacturing cooperation.
#Ethiopia #Azerbaijan #PMAbiy #ForeignRelations
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- Horn of Africa in Focus: GERD Back on Agenda, Egypt Calls Sudan’s Unity a “Red Line”
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- This week in the Horn of Africa:
Sudan’s government returns to Khartoum as war passes 1,000 days
Egypt declares Sudan’s unity a “red line” amid regional tensions
Trump offers to restart U.S. mediation on Ethiopia’s GERD dispute
Uganda election disrupted by internet shutdown and fraud claims
UAE withdraws forces from Bosaso as Somalia revokes security deal
Ethiopia, World Bank sign $250M deal for urban jobs and livelihoods
U.S. freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, including Horn states
Egypt shares intelligence on UAE operations in Yemen with Saudi Arabia
Ethiopia seizes ammunition, alleges Eritrean link
Ethiopia and India agree on diplomatic visa-free travel
Mass rally in Hargeisa backs Somaliland–UAE partnership#Geopolitics
#RedSea
#GERD
#EthiopiaEgypt
#Somaliland
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- U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin Massinga arrived in Humera town, Western Tigray.
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin Massinga arrived in Humera town, Western Tigray, on Thursday morning, accompanied by Getachew Reda, Advisor on Horn of Africa Affairs to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. During the visit, Ambassador Massinga spoke about the return of internally displaced persons (IDPs) to the area.
Watch his remarks.
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- EU urges leaders to exercise responsibility amid Ethiopia–Eritrea tensions
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- 4 months ago
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- The European Union has called on Ethiopia and Eritrea to ease rising tensions through diplomacy and cooperation, warning against a return to conflict in the Horn of Africa. Speaking to journalists in Addis Ababa, Olaf Skoog, Deputy Secretary-General of the European External Action Service, said disputes should be resolved “through diplomacy in good faith,” as concerns grow over Red Sea security.
Addressing escalating rhetoric between Addis Ababa and Asmara, particularly over access to the Red Sea, Skoog urged both sides to step back from confrontational language and pursue cooperative approaches. He said the EU is ready to support de-escalation efforts and act as an “honest broker.”
On Somaliland, Skoog reaffirmed the EU’s support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, rejecting recognition and warning against actions that could further destabilize the region.
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- Horn of Africa Today: Egypt Warns Sudan, Uganda Election Chaos & Somaliland Rally
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard;
Egypt declares Sudan’s unity a “red line” as the war surpasses 1,000 days.
Ethiopia and India implement visa-free travel for diplomats and launch a sensitive MoFA data center.
Uganda’s presidential election faces delays and an internet shutdown, sparking voter frustration.
Thousands rally in Hargeisa to show support for the Somaliland–UAE partnership.
Six killed and over a dozen injured in a deadly Marsabit raid along the Kenya–Ethiopia border.
Stay updated with the latest political, security, and regional developments in the Horn of Africa.
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- The Standard Signal | Ep. 09: Red Sea Rubicon: Ethiopia at the Crossroads of the tectonic shift in..
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- 4 months ago
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- The Standard Signal | Ep. 09: Red Sea Rubicon: Ethiopia at the Crossroads of the tectonic shift in Horn’s Geopolitics
The Horn of Africa is undergoing a tectonic political realignment. Israel’s recognition of Somaliland has reopened long-standing fissures between Somalia and Somaliland, while the intensifying rivalry between Saudi Arabia and the UAE for regional influence has forced Ethiopia’s strategic ally, the UAE, into retreat. Meanwhile, Egypt continues to apply sustained pressure on Addis Abeba, and the African Union struggles to uphold norms of sovereignty amid this rapidly shifting regional order.
At the center of this maelstrom is Ethiopia, which has declared Red Sea access “existential.” But what does this mean for its diplomacy? Is Addis Abeba pursuing a coherent strategy, or trapped in a zero-sum doctrine where compromise itself is illegitimate? Why did it fail to follow through on its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Somaliland? Wa...
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- Egypt Shares Intelligence on UAE in Yemen as US Freezes Visas, Ethiopia Alleges Eritrean Arms Link
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard;
Oromia health professionals warn of unadjusted overtime pay despite federal salary reforms
Ethiopian Federal Police allege an Eritrean link in a major ammunition seizure in Amhara
Egypt reportedly shared intelligence with Saudi Arabia on UAE activities in Yemen
Boeing reaches a last-minute settlement over the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crash
United States freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, including Horn of Africa states
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- Horn of Africa Tensions Rise: Egypt Expands in Somalia, Sudan Returns to Khartoum, Uganda Internet..
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard;
-Egypt expands its military presence in Somalia amid concerns over Somaliland and regional power shifts
-Sudanese police roll out a new security plan as the government returns to Khartoum after years of war
-Uganda imposes a nationwide internet blackout ahead of its presidential election
-Ethiopia signs a $250 million World Bank agreement to boost urban livelihoods and youth employment
-Ethiopia and Japan advance investment ties and WTO accession talks as the UN confirms $10.5 million in Japanese support
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- Horn of Africa & Ethiopia News: UAE withdraws troops and Egypt and Sudan reaffirm Nile water stance-
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard
The Ethiopian Red Cross activates its second drought early action in Oromia as crop losses exceed 50%.
Ethiopia’s intelligence chief makes a surprise visit to Mogadishu amid rising regional tensions.
Israel’s Foreign Minister calls Ethiopia a “long-term strategic partner” amid diplomatic engagement in the Horn.
UAE begins withdrawing its military from Bosaso after Somalia revokes an agreement.
Egypt and Sudan reaffirm their joint stance on Nile water security and regional cooperation.
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- Sudan Government Back in Khartoum, China rejects alleged Somaliland–Taiwan “collusion”
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard
Sudan’s government returns to Khartoum for the first time in nearly three years of war
Libya deports dozens of migrants, including Ethiopians, amid a crackdown on irregular migration
Deaths from Iran’s protests surpass 500 as the U.S. signals possible intervention
Ethiopia finishes second at the World Cross Country Championships despite visa setbacks
China rejects alleged Somaliland–Taiwan “collusion” and reaffirms support for Somalia’s sovereignty
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- Weekly East Africa News Recap | Ethiopia, Sudan, Somalia, Taiwan & U.S. Updates
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Stay updated with the top stories from East Africa this week! In this Addis Standard Weekly News Recap:
Eritrea–Sudan Talks: President Isaias Afwerki discusses Red Sea stability and regional security.
Somaliland & Venezuela: Somaliland backs U.S.-led efforts to restore constitutional order in Venezuela.
Trump on Welfare: U.S. President highlights welfare use among Somali- and Ethiopian-born households.
Ethiopia Media Leadership: Haymanot Zeleke appointed as new Director General of the Ethiopian Media Authority.
Marburg Update: Ethiopia reports 21 days without new Marburg virus cases.
U.S.–Somalia Aid Suspension: Washington suspends assistance over alleged food aid diversion.
Ethiopian Athletes: U.S. denies visas to 14 athletes ahead of World Cross Country Championships.
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- Today’s Global & African News: Ethiopia, Somalia, Saudi-UAE Tensions & Ethiopia-China Update
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard
Somalia denies U.S. claim it destroyed food aid warehouse
Ethiopia Habtemariam named HYBE America President of Music
Chinese and Iranian warships arrive in South Africa for joint exercises
Saudi Arabia moves to rein in UAE amid Yemen rivalry
Ethiopia reaffirms one-China policy, opposes Taiwan independence
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- The Standard Signal | Episodes 1–8 Recap: War, Power, Peace & Ethiopia’s Unfinished Crisis
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- From war narratives and Red Sea rhetoric to broken peace talks, targeted violence, and the collapse of democratic transition—The Standard Signal has been tracking Ethiopia’s unfolding crises in real time.
This recap brings together key moments from Episodes 1–8 of The Standard Signal, a podcast by Addis Standard, hosted by Tsedale Lemma, featuring leading scholars, political figures, and activists.
Across these episodes, the conversations examine:
• How war narratives are manufactured and normalized
• The dangers of nationalist rhetoric and propaganda
• Ethiopia’s shifting foreign policy doctrine toward Eritrea
• The systematic targeting of Karrayyu Gadaa leaders
• The deepening crisis in the Amhara region
• Broken peace promises with ONLF and resource politics in the Somali region
• Moral collapse, cultivated silence, and collective responsibility
• Why repeated peace talks with OL...
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- Ethiopia,UAE & China Diplomacy |Yemen STC Leader Flees | US Suspends Aid to Somalia & Blocks athlete
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard
-PM Abiy Ahmed meets China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Addis Ababa, reinforcing
-Ethiopia-China ties and regional cooperation.
Saudi-led coalition reports STC leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi fled Yemen to the UAE via Somaliland, escalating regional tensions.
-Ethiopia and the UAE reaffirm strategic partnership amid shifting dynamics in the Horn of Africa.
-U.S. denies visas to 14 Ethiopian athletes ahead of the 2026 World Cross Country Championships, impacting junior team participation.
-U.S. suspends all assistance to Somalia’s federal government after allegations of seized and destroyed food aid.
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- Top Global News Today: Ethiopia Bonds Rise, US Charges Maduro, Israel in Somaliland
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard:
-Ethiopia appoints Haymanot Zeleke as new Director General of Media Authority
-Erdogan and UAE President discuss Gaza crisis, Somalia, and Yemen in phone call.
-Ethiopia’s bond gains as government agrees on debt restructuring.
-Maduro says ‘I was captured’ as he pleads not guilty to U.S. drug trafficking charges.
-Ethiopia reports no new Marburg virus cases in 21 days, urges continued vigilance.
-AU Peace and Security Council to meet over Israel’s recognition of Somaliland.
-Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar arrives in Somaliland on historic first visit.
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- Somaliland: Supports U.S. action in Venezuela | Eritrea’s Red Sea Strategy| Saudi-UAE Tensions
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard:
#eritrea & Sudan: Presidents discuss #Red_Sea stability and regional security cooperation.
#Somaliland: Supports U.S. action in #Venezuela; Venezuela rejects @recognitio#.
#Türkiye: Erdoğan emphasizes Yemen and Somalia stability, urges #gaza ceasefire.
#ethiopia #Earthquake: 4.5 magnitude tremor hits #Mekelle, Adigrat, Aksum & Afar; 225 displaced.
#Gambella: Calm returns to city, but refugee camps remain cut off from aid.
#Saudi-UAE #Tensions: @Riyad# accuses UAE of undermining national security amid Yemen conflict.
U.S. Welfare Debate: #Trump highlights #Somali-and Ethiopian-born households’ public assistance.
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- US Strike on Venezuela | Ethiopia Debt Restructuring & Somalia at UN Security Council | Debt Crisis
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Weekly Recap
African economies are projected to lead global growth in 2026, but a looming $95 billion debt repayment burden raises concerns over fiscal sustainability.
Ethiopia reaches an agreement in principle with bondholders to restructure its $1 billion Eurobond, marking progress toward resolving its debt default.
Press freedom remains under threat as nine journalists are killed in Africa in 2025, with Sudan the deadliest country and Eritrea the top jailer.
Somalia assumes the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council for January 2026, elevating its diplomatic role on global security issues.
Ethiopia’s Federal High Court denies bail to former State Minister Taye Dendia, with the next hearing set for January 21.
Global tensions rise after the United States launches a military strike on Venezuela, with explosions reported in Caracas.
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- Africa Journalists Killed, Somalia Leads UN Security Council, Ethiopia Court & Economy Updates
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- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard:
• Nine journalists were killed across Africa in 2025, with Sudan the deadliest country; Eritrea remains the continent’s biggest jailer of journalists, according to the IFJ
• Somalia assumed the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council for January 2026, chairing meetings and guiding the Council’s agenda
• Ethiopia’s Federal High Court denied bail to former state minister Taye Dendea and ordered prosecutors to amend charges related to alleged support for armed groups
• Khartoum International Airport has been cleared of war-damaged aircraft, though commercial flights remain uncertain pending safety approvals
• Ethiopia’s National Election Board conducted training for trainers and constituency coordinators ahead of the 7th general election
• The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia announced its total deposits have surpassed two trillion birr
• Turkey is set to launch its first overseas ...
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- From Asmara to Tanzania: Why Peace Talks Between the Ethiopian gov’t & OLF–OLA Failed#shortvideo
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- The Standard Signal | Ep. 08: From Asmara to Tanzania: Why Peace Talks Between the Ethiopian gov’t & OLF–OLA Failed
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- The Standard Signal | Ep. 08: From Asmara to Tanzania: Why Peace Talks Between the Ethiopian gov’...
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Why have repeated peace talks between the Ethiopian government and the Oromo Liberation Front / Oromo Liberation Army failed to end the war in Oromia?
In this episode of The Standard Signal, host Tsedale Lemma speaks with Taha Abdi, founding member of the Oromo Liberation Front and former executive committee member, who also participated in the OLA delegation to the Tanzania peace talks.
The conversation traces the broken path to peace - from the return of OLF fighters from Asmara in 2018, through contested disarmament and failed reintegration, to the Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam negotiations that collapsed without agreement in 2023.
This episode examines why security-first approaches overshadowed political dialogue, how mistrust hardened on all sides, and what these failures mean for the future of peace in Oromia and Ethiopia at large.
📌 Watch. Listen. Reflect.
#TheStandardSignal #Ethiopia #Oromia #OLF #OLA #PeaceTalks ...
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- Horn of Africa Update: Israel-Somaliland, Somaliland Denials & Türkiye Space Port
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard:
Israel recognizes Somaliland: Move sparks regional tensions; Egypt, Somalia, Turkey, and Djibouti condemn it and call for an AU emergency meeting.
Somaliland rejects military base claims: Foreign Ministry denies Somali president’s allegations; engagement with Israel is strictly diplomatic.
Türkiye space port in Somalia: Feasibility and design complete; construction underway to boost Türkiye’s space access and regional role.
Ethiopia updates: Siinqe Investment Bank becomes fifth licensed investment bank; M-PESA reaches five million active users.
U.S.-Somali news: White House reviews possible citizenship revocation for Somali Americans linked to alleged fraud in Minnesota.
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- Daily News: Ethiopia Sea Access, Tigray War Fallout, Gold Mining & Middle East Tensions
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Stay updated with the latest news from the Horn of Africa and beyond:
-#ethiopia shifts focus from recognition to implementation of #sea_access.
-$340M Tulu Kapi gold project to boost Ethiopia’s mining sector.
-#tigray_war survivor recounts displacement; local businesses seek debt relief.
-#israel #suspends 37 NGO licenses in #Gaza and the West Bank.
-Ethiopia and #morocco strengthen regional cooperation and security ties.
-#russia , #China, and Iran prepare for #BRICS-linked naval drills off South Africa.
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- Horn of Africa & Middle East Crisis: US Aid, Somaliland-Israel Tensions, Adwa Tragedy & Yemen Strike
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard:
-#us Aid: $2B via UN to 17 countries including #ethiopia , #sudan , South Sudan.
-#somaliland -Israel: #UN condemns #recognition ; Somaliland parties welcome it.
-Sudan – #El-Fasher: Civilians in unsafe, dire conditions after #RSF takeover.
-Adwa Tragedy: Five children die from carbon monoxide during St. #gabriel feast.
-#nbe Alert: Over 100 licensed remittance agents listed; unlicensed services warned.
-#journalist Injured: Fanuel Kinfue hurt escaping alleged attack in Addis Ababa.
-#yemenattack : #Saudi_ airstrikes target UAE-linked weapons shipment in Mukalla.
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- Somaliland Deal Rejected, Egypt-Djibouti sign agreements on ports, Ethio Telecom raises tariffs...
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Today’s top stories from Addis Standard
Israel recognizes #Somaliland; 21 countries, #Eritrea, #AU, and #Trump reject it.
#Sudan gold production hits 70 tons in 2025, surpassing targets.
#Egypt-Djibouti sign agreements on ports, solar energy, and logistics.
#Ethio_Telecom raises tariffs; #Telebirr discounts doubled to ease impact.
#Ethiopia-China coffee trade conference launched; $113M exports in 5 months.
#UAE pledges $8M aid for East African refugees, supporting Ethiopia and Uganda.
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- Ethiopia and the Region: Conflict, Currency Crisis, and Somaliland Recognition
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Weelky recap
-GERD tensions as Egypt denies threats while pushing for a binding agreement
-Egypt’s reported port deals raise concerns over Red Sea militarization
-Deadly violence in Gambella prompts curfews and aid warnings
-IDPs in northern Ethiopia face growing insecurity and humanitarian strain
-Ethiopia’s birr ranks among the world’s weakest currencies in 2025
-Reintegration of former militants continues as election plans in
- Tigray remain uncertain
Dispute over humanitarian aid delivery in Tigray amid rising hunger reports
-Ethiopia and Kenya strengthen regional diplomatic and trade ties
-Israel recognizes Somaliland, triggering celebrations in Hargeisa
-AU, Somalia, Egypt, and regional states reject the move
-Trump says he is not ready to recognize Somaliland
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- Breaking:AU rejects recognizing Somaliland, reaffirms commitment to Somalia’s unity and sovereignty.
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- AU Commission Chairperson Mahmud Ali Yusuf reaffirms the AU's unwavering commitment to the unity and sovereignty of Somalia. He warned that any attempt to undermine Somalia's territorial integrity risks setting a "dangerous precedent" for peace and stability across the continent. The AU fully supports Somali authorities' efforts to consolidate peace.
#AU #SomaliaSovereignty #AfricanPolitics #InternationalLaw #MahmudAliYusuf
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- "Peace with Eritrea: Institutional Involvement was Lacking"
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- "Peace with Eritrea: Institutional Involvement was Lacking"
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- Ethiopia's Tigray Elections & Aid Crisis, Sudan Peace Talks, and Djibouti-Egypt Port Deals
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard
-Ethiopia’s election board awaits a security assessment to decide on the feasibility of regional elections in Tigray
-Federal authorities accuse the TPLF of diverting humanitarian aid, amid disputes over food access for displaced civilians
-Warnings issued against unauthorized aid routes as Tigray’s interim administration reports widespread food shortages
-Ethiopia reaffirms strategic ties with Djibouti as Egypt advances port agreements in the Horn of Africa
-Sudan’s military leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan meets Turkey’s President Erdoğan amid growing pressure for a ceasefire and humanitarian relief
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- Why did civic and religious leaders become "cheerleaders of war?"#shortvideo
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Why did civic and religious leaders become "cheerleaders of war?"
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- The Standard Signal EP.07 | Worse Than Evil: How Stupidity Fueled Ethiopia into a Raging Inferno
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- In this episode of The Standard Signal, Tsedale Lemma engages historian and political analyst Ezekiel Gebissa on his powerful commentary “Worse Than Evil: How stupidity fueled Ethiopia into a raging inferno,” published on May 30 by Addis Standard.
Drawing on Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s theory of ‘cultivated stupidity”, Prof. Ezekiel examined how the current endless mass violence in Ethiopia is not only politically engineered but socially enabled - through silence, moral collapse, and the surrender of critical thought. From the failure of democratic transition to the normalization of cruelty, dehumanization and war, this conversation probes leadership, complicity, and the uncomfortable question of collective responsibility in times of atrocity.
#AddisStandardSignal #EzekielGebissa #EthiopiaCrisis #PoliticalViolence #CultivatedStupidity #Bonhoeffer #WarAndMorality #HumanRights #AtrocityCrimes #AfricanPolitics #DemocracyInCrisis
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- Gambella Violence Kills Dozens, Egypt Port Deal Raises Tensions, UK Backs Marburg Response
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Today’s top stories from Ethiopia:
-Gambella Violence: 47 killed in a single day; curfew imposed; MSF treats 100+ wounded.
-Red Sea Ports: Egypt to upgrade Assab and Doraleh ports, increasing pressure on Ethiopia amid GERD dispute.
-Marburg Response: UK donates PPE and diagnostic kits; no active cases reported in Ethiopia.
-Migration: Cross-border movements from Ethiopia rise 26% in October due to insecurity and economic pressures.
-Conservation: Injured Ethiopian wolf rescued, rehabilitated, and returned to the wild.
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- Worse Than Evil: How Stupidity Fueled Ethiopia into a Raging Inferno#shortvideo
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The endless violence Ethiopia is witnessing today didn’t emerge from failed politics alone, but from the collapse of critical thought. In his May 30, 2025 Addis Standard commentary titled “Worse Than Evil: How stupidity fueled Ethiopia into a raging inferno,” historian and political analyst Ezekiel Gebissa argued that “cultivated stupidity”, not ignorance, enabled mass violence, public silence, and moral surrender.
Tonight, on The Standard Signal, host Tsedale Lemma brings Prof. Ezekiel’s commentary to discuss how mass violence in today’s Ethiopia is not only politically engineered but socially enabled - through silence, moral collapse, and the surrender of critical thought.
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Premiers at: 7:30 PM EAT
#AddisStandardSignal #EzekielGebissa #Ethiopia #PoliticalViolence #MoralFailure #Bonhoeffer #WarAndSilence
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- Oromia Reintegration of 10,000 Ex-Militants | UN Extends Somalia Mission | Safaricom Deal
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Today’s top stories from Ethiopia:
Oromia reintegrates 10,000 former militants, the UN extends its Somalia mission amid funding concerns, and Ethiopia-Kenya leaders back the Safaricom–Ethio Telecom joint investment to boost regional digital infrastructure.
Stay updated on key developments shaping security, economy, and technology in the Horn of Africa.
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- Begin Your Front-Row Journey Through Ethiopia’s 7th General Election
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Begin Your Front-Row Journey Through Ethiopia’s 7th General Election
Addis Standard is excited to unveil its Election Coverage Dashboard, a dynamic new platform designed to keep you informed as Ethiopia heads toward its 7th General Election. From key political players and nationwide candidate listings to real-time updates from the National Election Board of Ethiopia, everything you need is now in one place.
Go beyond breaking news with exclusive interviews, sharp analysis, expert commentary, and compelling op-eds that bring clarity to the election story as it unfolds.
Whether you’re a voter, journalist, researcher, or simply following the road to the polls, this is your go-to destination for trusted election coverage.
🔗 Explore now: addisstandard.com/eth-election2026
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- UN Warns Sudan War Could Spill Into Ethiopia, Abiy–Ruto Summit, IDP Crisis, Birr in Freefall
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard:
UN Warns Sudan War Could Spill Into Ethiopia: Rising conflict in Sudan risks destabilizing neighboring countries.
PM Abiy Holds Talks With Kenyan President Ruto: Strengthening bilateral ties, trade, and regional peace.
Security Fears in IDP Camps: Hyena attacks highlight the daily dangers faced by displaced families in Seba Kare.
Youth Restore Rift Valley Lakes: Local initiatives are helping revive ecosystems and protect wildlife.
Ethiopian Birr Under Pressure: Currency ranks third weakest globally amid debt restructuring and economic challenges.
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- Ethiopian Migrants in Yemen, GERD Tensions, Cargo Breakthrough & Tigray Election Delay
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Today’s Top Stories from Addis standard
• Yemen migrant crisis: 180 irregular Ethiopian migrants arrived on Yemen’s Shabwa coast as migration flows surge, with IOM reporting over 17,600 arrivals in November alone.
• Ethiopian Cargo milestone: Ethiopian Cargo launches its 2025–2026 cherry season, flying Chilean cherries to China via Lagos and Addis Ababa.
• GERD diplomacy: Egypt’s President El Sisi denies threatening Ethiopia over the GERD, while reiterating Cairo’s call for a legally binding agreement.
• Tigray elections: SaWeyane Tigray calls for delaying regional elections until IDPs return and security conditions improve, as NEBE presses ahead with preparations.
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- Ethiopia's Mega Airport Plan, Defense Tech, & Media Crackdown | East Africa News Roundup
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Weekly news recap
-The $10 Billion Plan: Details on Africa’s largest airport near Bishoftu
- Media Freedom Under Fire: Deutsche Welle journalists suspended
– The "Wheat Revolution" Doubts: Why experts are questioning self-sufficiency claims
– Looted Heritage Returns: The 19th-century gold hairpin set for repatriation
– East Wollega Insecurity: Over 1,000 residents displaced by rising violence
– Regional Crisis: Why Ethiopia’s refugee response is on the verge of collapse
– Sudan Truce Push: US priorities and the role of outside actors (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt)
– The release of nearly 100 religious detainees
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- Ethiopia-Egypt Tensions BOIL Over GERD 'Dam of Ruin' | CBE's Digital ID Ultimatum to Bank Customers.
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- -CBE's strict digital ID mandate forces bank customers to link accounts.
-Tensions escalate as Egypt labels the GERD a 'dam of ruin' and Ethiopia pushes back.
-Meanwhile, humanitarian crises deepen in Oromia and Tigray with reports of widespread displacement, GBV, and child labor.
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- The Problem with Ethiopia's Laws: Why Constitutions Remain 'On Paper' #shortvideo
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Ethiopia has had "beautiful laws" and constitutions for decades, but the major problem is they have "never implemented". Instead of ushering in genuine change, successive ruling groups have only applied the "oppressive part". We discuss the need for a truly inclusive government involving key parties with the "consent of the people" to build a "truly genuine democratic dispensation" rather than continuing the structure of the EPRDF "minus TPLF".
#Ethiopia #Politics #Democracy #EPRDF #Constitution #Tigray #TheStandardSignal #somalia
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- Ethiopia & Horn Daily News | Gambella Unrest, Tigray Crisis, Eritrea Visit
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- 5 months ago
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- Today’s Addis Standard Daily News highlights:
• Gambella authorities work with federal forces to restore security after deadly unrest
• Sweden’s foreign minister makes a historic visit to Eritrea
• Tigray businesses warn of closures as loan relief ends and taxes rise
• Somalia and Djibouti strengthen defense cooperation
• TPLF warns of renewed economic blockade in Tigray
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- The Standard Signal EP.06 | ONLF, Broken Promises & Resource Politics
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- 5 months ago
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- Seven years after the 2018 Asmara peace agreement, the fate of the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) has become a stark measure of how Ethiopia’s promise of peaceful political transition has unraveled.
In this episode of The Standard Signal, ONLF chairman Abdirahman Mahdi joins Tsedale Lemma to discuss the systematic political exclusion, police crackdowns, the engineering of proxy opposition, and the return of large-scale oil and gas projects in the Somali region. At the heart of the conversation are critical questions about peace agreements reduced to instruments of control, shrinking democratic space, and resource extraction pursued without the consent of the Somali people.
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- Ethiopian Artifact Returns | WHO Warns on Sudan | Ethiopia Crisis & Mega Airport
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- 5 months ago
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- Today’s top stories:
🔹 A looted 19th-century Ethiopian imperial gold hairpin is set to return home after 150+ years.
🔹 WHO raises alarm over detention of health workers and civilians in Sudan’s Nyala.
🔹 Ethiopia ranks 4th on IRC’s 2026 Emergency Watchlist amid conflict and aid cuts.
🔹 Ethiopia plans Africa’s largest airport near Bishoftu despite political challenges.
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- Eritrea Releases Religious Prisoners | Malaria Vaccine Milestone | Media Freedom Under Pressure
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- 5 months ago
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- In today’s Addis Standard Daily News:
🔹 Eritrean authorities have released at least 98 people detained for years over religious beliefs, though rights groups say many remain in custody without due process.
🔹 MSF has completed Ethiopia’s first full rollout of the R21 malaria vaccine in Kule refugee camp, helping cut malaria-related deaths by nearly 50%.
🔹 Ethiopia’s wheat self-sufficiency claims are being questioned as farmers in Oromia face ongoing production challenges.
🔹 Deutsche Welle has condemned the permanent suspension of two journalists in Ethiopia, warning of growing pressure on independent media.
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- Ethiopia–Iran Defense Ties, Modi’s Historic Visit, Tigray Poverty Update | Addis Standard Daily News
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- 5 months ago
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- Today’s top stories Addis standard:
• An Ethiopian parliamentary delegation led by Speaker Tagese Chaffo visits Iran’s defense industry exhibition as part of BRICS-related engagement.
• Indian PM Narendra Modi prepares to address Ethiopia’s Parliament during a historic visit, with talks focusing on investment, cybersecurity, and development cooperation.
• Officials say poverty in Tigray has fallen to 70% from wartime highs, though recovery challenges remain.
• The AU Chair urges Ethiopia and Eritrea to renew commitment to the Algiers Agreement for regional peace.
• Ethiopia registers six cultural and natural heritage sites with UNESCO, boosting tourism and preservation.
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- India’s PM Modi to Address Ethiopia Parliament#shortvideo
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- 5 months ago
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- Indian PM Modi to address joint session of Ethiopia’s Parliament as talks with PM Abiy Ahmed focus on investment, cyber security
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- Ethiopia Weekly News Recap: TPS Ends, Eritrea Leaves IGAD, 2026 Election & TikTok Arrests
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- 5 months ago
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- This week on Addis Standard: The U.S. ends TPS for Ethiopians, Eritrea quits IGAD, and the 2026 election date is set.
In this recap:
US Ends TPS: DHS terminates protections for Ethiopian nationals, citing improved conditions.
Eritrea Quits IGAD: Asmara withdraws again from the regional bloc.
Sovereignty Call: EU & UN urge respect for borders on the Algiers Agreement anniversary.
2026 Election: NEBE sets June 1, 2026, as polling day.
TikTok Arrests: Creators detained for alleged violations of cultural norms.
Economy: Inflation falls to 10.9% while the Birr crashes and Addis rents soar.
Security: Benin coup foiled; Somaliland denies talks; Gambella bus attack.
Global Ties: New US Africa policy; IMF reaches staff-level deal with Ethiopia.
Culture/Politics: Gifaataa added to UNESCO list; Simret party officially recognized.
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