Feature: From #Wolaita to #Washington: Thousands celebrate Wolaitas’ New Year “#Gifaataa” after #UNESCO recognition
The Wolaita community celebrated “Gifaataa,” its traditional New Year, with color and pageantry in Northern Virginia, marking the first major gathering in North America since UNESCO recognized the tradition as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. More than 3,000 Wolaita natives, guests, and community members attended the celebration, turning the occasion into a vibrant expression of culture, unity, reconciliation, and shared memory.
The festivities featured traditional music and dance, indigenous games, authentic Wolaita cuisine, and keynote addresses from scholars and descendants of the royal lineage.
A major highlight was the launch of the “Gifaataa Digital Calendar” by young engineer Samson Ramato, connecting ancestral cultural knowledge with modern technology to help preserve and pass it on to future generations, writes Muluken Gebre writes.
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The Wolaita community celebrated “Gifaataa,” its traditional New Year, with color and pageantry in Northern Virginia, marking the first major gathering in North America since UNESCO recognized the tradition as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. More than 3,000 Wolaita natives, guests, and community members attended the celebration, turning the occasion into a vibrant expression of culture, unity, reconciliation, and shared memory.
The festivities featured traditional music and dance, indigenous games, authentic Wolaita cuisine, and keynote addresses from scholars and descendants of the royal lineage.
A major highlight was the launch of the “Gifaataa Digital Calendar” by young engineer Samson Ramato, connecting ancestral cultural knowledge with modern technology to help preserve and pass it on to future generations, writes Muluken Gebre writes.
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News: #Ethiopian_Airlines signs deal for 10 #Boeing cargo aircraft, secures option for eight more
The agreement, signed in Addis Abeba on Wednesday, 30 September, comprises eight Boeing 777-8F freighters and two current-generation 777F aircraft, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew confirmed. The airline also secured an option to purchase eight additional 777-8F freighters.
The new order also comes as Ethiopian Airlines participates in financing a $12.5 billion #Bishoftu International Airport that Ethiopian authorities describe as Africa’s largest.
In early September, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Frank Garcia said the United States is stepping up efforts to secure a commercial foothold in two of Ethiopia’s strategically important projects, the planned Bishoftu International Airport and the Kenticha critical-minerals development.
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The agreement, signed in Addis Abeba on Wednesday, 30 September, comprises eight Boeing 777-8F freighters and two current-generation 777F aircraft, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew confirmed. The airline also secured an option to purchase eight additional 777-8F freighters.
The new order also comes as Ethiopian Airlines participates in financing a $12.5 billion #Bishoftu International Airport that Ethiopian authorities describe as Africa’s largest.
In early September, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Frank Garcia said the United States is stepping up efforts to secure a commercial foothold in two of Ethiopia’s strategically important projects, the planned Bishoftu International Airport and the Kenticha critical-minerals development.
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#Daily_Brief: “No permit to fly any drone” in #Addis_Abeba, surrounding areas indefinitely, #NISS says
The service said the suspension was imposed as part of “measures to protect the safety of leaders, critical infrastructure and national events.” #Ethiopia #drone
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The service said the suspension was imposed as part of “measures to protect the safety of leaders, critical infrastructure and national events.” #Ethiopia #drone
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#Daily_Brief: #US ceasefire plan for #Sudan could lead to #Libya-style partition, adviser says
Addis Abeba — A US proposal for a 90-day ceasefire in Sudan risks pushing the country toward a Libya-style partition, a senior adviser to Sudan’s army-led authorities told Reuters, as #Khartoum presses for changes to the plan.
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Addis Abeba — A US proposal for a 90-day ceasefire in Sudan risks pushing the country toward a Libya-style partition, a senior adviser to Sudan’s army-led authorities told Reuters, as #Khartoum presses for changes to the plan.
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News: #KEFI secures funding for Tulu Kapi as security concerns test #Ethiopia gold project
KEFI Gold and Copper has secured the financing needed to advance its #Tulu_Kapi gold project in western Ethiopia, but a deadly security incident that halted development in September and subsequent warnings over community participation have complicated the company’s plans to resume construction.
In interim results released on 29 September, the #London-listed company said the Tulu Kapi development finance package had been fully assembled during the first half of 2026. According to the company’s regulatory filing, the package includes US$240 million in secured project debt from the Africa Finance Corporation (#AFC) and the Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (#TDB), US$60 million in mining fleet financing from #BCM Group, and more than US$100 million in equity-risk capital.
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KEFI Gold and Copper has secured the financing needed to advance its #Tulu_Kapi gold project in western Ethiopia, but a deadly security incident that halted development in September and subsequent warnings over community participation have complicated the company’s plans to resume construction.
In interim results released on 29 September, the #London-listed company said the Tulu Kapi development finance package had been fully assembled during the first half of 2026. According to the company’s regulatory filing, the package includes US$240 million in secured project debt from the Africa Finance Corporation (#AFC) and the Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (#TDB), US$60 million in mining fleet financing from #BCM Group, and more than US$100 million in equity-risk capital.
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News: #Pope_Leo urges dialogue as fighting intensifies in northern #Ethiopia
Pope Leo XIV has called on all parties involved in renewed fighting in Ethiopia’s #Tigray region and neighboring #Afar and #Amhara regions to pursue dialogue, as clashes continue to raise humanitarian concerns.
Speaking during his General Audience at the #Vatican on Wednesday, the Pope said he was following the situation “with deep concern” and urged all sides to abandon armed confrontation. He also called on the international community to provide timely humanitarian assistance to people affected by the renewed hostilities.
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Pope Leo XIV has called on all parties involved in renewed fighting in Ethiopia’s #Tigray region and neighboring #Afar and #Amhara regions to pursue dialogue, as clashes continue to raise humanitarian concerns.
Speaking during his General Audience at the #Vatican on Wednesday, the Pope said he was following the situation “with deep concern” and urged all sides to abandon armed confrontation. He also called on the international community to provide timely humanitarian assistance to people affected by the renewed hostilities.
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News: Overnight explosions reported in #Addis_Ababa amid northern #Ethiopia fighting
Addis Ababa — Explosions were heard in Ethiopia’s capital shortly after midnight on Thursday, with diplomatic sources reporting blasts near the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (#ENDF) headquarters and another military installation, as renewed fighting in northern Ethiopia raises concerns that the conflict could spread to the capital.
A diplomatic source who informed Addis Standard said explosions were reported at about 12:30 a.m. and 1:15 a.m. local time, including in areas near the ENDF headquarters and the site believed to house the Meshualekia 4th Division. The source said residents reported seeing ambulances and fire trucks moving through parts of the capital following the blasts.
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Addis Ababa — Explosions were heard in Ethiopia’s capital shortly after midnight on Thursday, with diplomatic sources reporting blasts near the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (#ENDF) headquarters and another military installation, as renewed fighting in northern Ethiopia raises concerns that the conflict could spread to the capital.
A diplomatic source who informed Addis Standard said explosions were reported at about 12:30 a.m. and 1:15 a.m. local time, including in areas near the ENDF headquarters and the site believed to house the Meshualekia 4th Division. The source said residents reported seeing ambulances and fire trucks moving through parts of the capital following the blasts.
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#Opinion: Fake Admissions, Real Losses: Why #Ethiopia's study-abroad conversation needs better verification, not more promotion
Sanjay Laul argues that as study-abroad opportunities increasingly reach Ethiopian students through social media, WhatsApp, and agents, verification should become a routine first step rather than an afterthought.
He notes that while Ethiopia already has licensing and verification systems to protect overseas workers and is strengthening safeguards against academic fraud, similar measures are needed for study-abroad agents, scholarship offers, and university partnerships.
Laul advises students to verify institutions through official channels, seek full transparency on fees and eligibility requirements, and avoid agents who promise guaranteed admission or visas. He emphasizes that “legitimate scholarships do not chase applicants demanding money upfront.”
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Sanjay Laul argues that as study-abroad opportunities increasingly reach Ethiopian students through social media, WhatsApp, and agents, verification should become a routine first step rather than an afterthought.
He notes that while Ethiopia already has licensing and verification systems to protect overseas workers and is strengthening safeguards against academic fraud, similar measures are needed for study-abroad agents, scholarship offers, and university partnerships.
Laul advises students to verify institutions through official channels, seek full transparency on fees and eligibility requirements, and avoid agents who promise guaranteed admission or visas. He emphasizes that “legitimate scholarships do not chase applicants demanding money upfront.”
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Pope Leo XIV: #Ethiopia conflict leaves “a trail of death, destruction and resentment” in #Tigray, #Afar, #Amhara regions
Pope Leo XIV has expressed deep concern over the renewed hostilities in Tigray and neighboring Afar and Amhara regions, urging all parties to “choose the path of dialogue” and warning that armed conflict only deepens suffering.
“Armed conflict never solves problems, but only worsens them, leaving in its wake a trail of death, destruction and resentment,” the Pope said, calling for “honest engagement” as the foundation for lasting peace. He also urged the international community to ensure timely humanitarian assistance reaches those in need.
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Pope Leo XIV has expressed deep concern over the renewed hostilities in Tigray and neighboring Afar and Amhara regions, urging all parties to “choose the path of dialogue” and warning that armed conflict only deepens suffering.
“Armed conflict never solves problems, but only worsens them, leaving in its wake a trail of death, destruction and resentment,” the Pope said, calling for “honest engagement” as the foundation for lasting peace. He also urged the international community to ensure timely humanitarian assistance reaches those in need.
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News: #Ethiopia establishes Abay compensation committee to assess projects allegedly ‘obstructed by #Egypt
Addis Abeba– Ethiopia has established a committee to assess economic losses and missed development opportunities arising from projects it says were “obstructed by Egypt”, with more than 22 projects, including the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (#GERD), already identified, Minister of Water and Energy #Habtamu_Itefa (PhD) said.
The minister was quoted by state media as saying the committee has begun “compiling data on the projects and examining the legal and economic basis of Ethiopia’s compensation claims.”
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Addis Abeba– Ethiopia has established a committee to assess economic losses and missed development opportunities arising from projects it says were “obstructed by Egypt”, with more than 22 projects, including the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (#GERD), already identified, Minister of Water and Energy #Habtamu_Itefa (PhD) said.
The minister was quoted by state media as saying the committee has begun “compiling data on the projects and examining the legal and economic basis of Ethiopia’s compensation claims.”
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#Daily_Brief: #Egypt to host major #African political, economic gatherings in #New_Alamein
Addis Abeba - Egypt is set to host a series of high-level African gatherings in New Alamein from October 2 to 4, bringing together heads of state and government, #African_Union officials, development institutions, investors and private-sector leaders.
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Addis Abeba - Egypt is set to host a series of high-level African gatherings in New Alamein from October 2 to 4, bringing together heads of state and government, #African_Union officials, development institutions, investors and private-sector leaders.
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News: South #Ethiopia police report deadly “heinous” attack in #Gamo_Zone, several security personnel killed
Addis Abeba – The #South_Ethiopia Regional State Police Commission said several police officers and security personnel were killed in what it described as a “heinous act” in Koshale Kebele, #Geresse_Zuria Woreda, Gamo Zone, as the wider area continues to grapple with prolonged security tensions and unresolved local grievances.
The Commission said on 01 October the personnel were killed in a “sudden attack” while carrying out “their police duties”. It said efforts were underway to “track down and apprehend” those responsible, without providing further details about the circumstances of the attack and the identity of the alleged perpetrators.
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Addis Abeba – The #South_Ethiopia Regional State Police Commission said several police officers and security personnel were killed in what it described as a “heinous act” in Koshale Kebele, #Geresse_Zuria Woreda, Gamo Zone, as the wider area continues to grapple with prolonged security tensions and unresolved local grievances.
The Commission said on 01 October the personnel were killed in a “sudden attack” while carrying out “their police duties”. It said efforts were underway to “track down and apprehend” those responsible, without providing further details about the circumstances of the attack and the identity of the alleged perpetrators.
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#Breaking: #Ethiopia closes embassy in #Asmara, declares 10 Eritrean diplomats persona non grata
Ethiopia the decisions were taken in response to what it described as #Eritrea’s “direct and indirect acts of hostility and belligerence against Ethiopia.”
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Ethiopia the decisions were taken in response to what it described as #Eritrea’s “direct and indirect acts of hostility and belligerence against Ethiopia.”
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#Breaking: #Eritrea says it will sever all diplomatic ties with #Ethiopia following expulsion of 10 diplomats
The Eritrean government accused Ethiopia of pursuing “an agenda of incessant hostility” over the past three years, which it said amounted to a “publicly pronounced declaration of war” driven by Addis Abeba’s ambition to secure sovereign access to the sea.
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The Eritrean government accused Ethiopia of pursuing “an agenda of incessant hostility” over the past three years, which it said amounted to a “publicly pronounced declaration of war” driven by Addis Abeba’s ambition to secure sovereign access to the sea.
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#Breaking: #Ethiopia declares #Egyptian diplomat persona non grata, orders him to leave within 48 hours
Addis Abeba — Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has declared an Egyptian diplomatic staff member, Ahmed Moharam Ahmed Soliman, persona non grata and ordered him to leave the country within 48 hours.
In a diplomatic note dated 1 October 2026 and addressed to the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Addis Ababa, the ministry said the decision was taken in accordance with the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
“The Ministry hereby notifies the Embassy that Ahmed Moharam Ahmed Soliman has been declared persona non grata,” the letter states.
It adds that the ministry “expects the Embassy’s diplomatic staff member to leave Ethiopia within Forty-Eight (48) hours from the date of this notification.”
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Addis Abeba — Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has declared an Egyptian diplomatic staff member, Ahmed Moharam Ahmed Soliman, persona non grata and ordered him to leave the country within 48 hours.
In a diplomatic note dated 1 October 2026 and addressed to the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Addis Ababa, the ministry said the decision was taken in accordance with the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
“The Ministry hereby notifies the Embassy that Ahmed Moharam Ahmed Soliman has been declared persona non grata,” the letter states.
It adds that the ministry “expects the Embassy’s diplomatic staff member to leave Ethiopia within Forty-Eight (48) hours from the date of this notification.”
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#Breaking: #Eritrea says it will sever all diplomatic ties with #Ethiopia following expulsion of 10 diplomats
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