Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Editorial

Press Freedom Under Siege: Ethiopia’s Democratic Test

On May 3, the world celebrated World Press Freedom Day, a moment to reaffirm the indispensable role of journalism in sustaining democracy and protecting...

From Hardship to Hazard: Tackling Ethiopia’s Migration Pressures

The tragic reports that 65 Ethiopian migrants are at imminent risk of execution in Saudi Arabia, following the recent execution of three others alongside...

Prospects of Power Vacuum Risks Renewed Conflict in Tigray

On April 19, 2026, the Central Committee of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) announced a decision that could reshape Ethiopia’s fragile political landscape....

Tackling resolutely violations of the rule of law!

The rule of law is a system on which any civilized society stands. It is when the rule of law is respected that each and every individual can peacefully enjoy such fundamental freedoms as the right to life, liberty, work, free expression of thought and acquire property, among others.

Fundamental reform required to stop rot in nation’s sports!

The athletes who put Ethiopia on the medal table in the just-concluded Rio Olympics deserve our admiration and gratitude.

Defending the nations’welfare Is an obligation of all citizens

Defending a nation from any and all forms of aggression and threat is a shared obligation that the citizenry owe.
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Ensuring the credibility Of response to conflicts

There is no guarantee that the recent protests sweeping the Amhara and Oromia regions of Ethiopia will not spread to other regions.

Meeting the public’s demands

Governing a nation is a grave responsibility which requires of leaders to personify wisdom, far-sightedness, integrity, leadership skills and an unswerving commitment to peace, democracy and development.

Garbage ‘hills’ reflect municipality failure

Addis Ababa is wallowing in urban dirt that has been uncollected for some time now.
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Peaceful resolution of conflicts needed

Nature has blessed the world with a kaleidoscope of diversity. Diversity of views has been a feature of human existence throughout history.

Unwarranted internet blocking unacceptable!

With the exception of a handful of entities not dependent on the state-owned telecom monopoly ethio telecom for the provision of internet service, users were denied access to the service early this week immediately after assurances were provided that the new higher education entrance examination that students are currently sitting for have not been leaked like the initial examination due to be given early June.

Protecting roads, bridges from floods

Meteorological forecasts show that this year’s rainy season will be harsher than ever before.
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Ramping up government support for the industry sector

The policy decision of the Government of Ethiopia to effect a structural change in the economy whereby it un overgoes a transition from being agriculture-led to industry-led is now taking shape after fifteen years of ups and downs.

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