GERD: National pride or national disaster?

When construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, known by its acronym GERD, began all these years ago, popular support was huge. Ethiopian citizens, at home and abroad, eagerly started taking advantage... Read more »

Tuning nation’s heart beat to a nerve center

It cannot be gainsaid that having a foothold on a nerve center, via which much-needed or life-and-death activities take place, is the interest of the majority. Thus, it is safe to surmise... Read more »

Dr Negasso Gidada: A man of high moral values

Ethiopians have been mourning the death of one of their preferred leaders in the person of the former president Dr. Negasso Gidada. Ever since the tragic news of his death circulated in... Read more »

New venture with far-reaching benefit

Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations (ACCSA) organizes various international exhibitions and trade fairs that aim to promote the trade and industrial development of the country. This year it has... Read more »

U.S. Ambassador Michael Raynor reflects on Ethiopia’s transition and the relevance of the American experience in National Day remarks

Editor’s Note: The views entertained in this article do not necessarily reflect the stance of The Ethiopian Herald At this time last year, I spoke about the incredible promise of the reform... Read more »

Nothing but the Rule of Law

On Tuesday, the Federal Attorney General charged former National Intelligence and Security Services (NISS) head, Getachew Assefa and 25 other former officials allegedly for grand corruption and human rights abuses. A total... Read more »

U.S. Ambassador reflects on Ethiopia’s transition and the relevance of the American experience in National Day remarks

Editor’s Note: The views entertained in this article do not necessarily reflect the stance of The Ethiopian Herald U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia Michael Raynor delivered remarks at the U.S. National Day Celebration,... Read more »

Widening opportunities for better economic performance

The Ethiopian government is striving to put the economy on the right track by mobilizing domestic resources and undergoing effective economic diplomacy with strategic partners worldwide. Since the country has felt the... Read more »

Hate speech and freedom of expression in Ethiopia

Editor’s Note: The views entertained in this article do not necessarily reflect the stance of The Ethiopian Herald People tend to resort to hate speech in under tense political and economic situations... Read more »

Hunt for your rights, discharge your responsibilities

The Ministry of Revenue with the aim of raising the awareness of the public towards the importance of paying government taxes and induce tax compliance, few months ago, launched a national tax... Read more »