Ethiopia’s enduring quest for sea access

The archives of Ethiopian history are replete with narratives of rulers who understood, with profound clarity, the indispensable nature of access to the sea. From the ancient Aksumite Empire, whose maritime prowess... Read more »

Cooperation beyond borders: Africa-China ties

Mostly Ethiopians used proverbs like “many hands make light work,” meaning unity is a power. This principle is not merely a myth; it has been used practically throughout the ages. A prime... Read more »

What is going on?

A few months back there was this trend of warning that America could be dragged into a civil war. The political antagonism in the country kept growing real ugly and the rhetoric... Read more »

Curtailing the perilous journey of illegal migrants

Ethiopia stands as a beacon of humanitarianism on the African continent, a fact widely acknowledged though often unspoken. The nation generously hosts over a million refugees, providing essential services and even adapting... Read more »

Overcoming challenges with reformist government

In the recent extraordinary interview Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed ( PhD) has held EBC, he dwelt on with many issues of concern to the public. He outlined what the major challenges his... Read more »

Promoting multilateralism, reinforcing engagement in global bloc

As Ethiopia strengthens its engagement in the influential group of emerging economies of the BRICS bloc, it stands to benefit from increased investment, trade opportunities, and collaborative initiatives that can significantly enhance... Read more »

Pretoria peace deal: A turning point in Ethiopia’s conflict resolution approach

Over two and a half years since its signing, the Pretoria Peace Accord, which ended the devastating conflict in northern Ethiopia, continues to hold a peace. While significant progress has been made... Read more »

The prime minister’s interview with EBC: Parties and democracy

A few days ago, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Ph.D.) gave quite an extended and extraordinary interview to EBC. It was intended to review and summarize the performance of his administration and what... Read more »

Taking Things for Granted Might not be Smart!

These days it would be very wrong to take things for granted. This is not being pessimistic; the reality on the ground it is trying to be aware of the realities on... Read more »

Torment of ‘The Stranger’

Riding in minibuses is for many a fact of life despite all the things you might experience, things that could be described from outright stupid to shockingly abusive. But then riding in... Read more »