Analysts say the war in Iran has temporarily delayed an escalation in smoldering tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. But renewed armed conflict cannot be ruled out. The political situation in the ...

A new Mediterranean restaurant is coming to Bellevue. Zena, 2234 Monroe Road, Suite 100, is expected to open this summer. Jay Wallerius, co-owner of the restaurant with the chef, Hidayet Karacoroglu, ...

Tigray’s main political party has announced that it is taking back control of the region’s government, effectively ending a peace deal between Ethiopia’s federal government and the northern region.

Ethiopia remains a popular destination for its UNESCO sites, rare wildlife, and scenic hiking trails. The advisory aims to help travelers stay informed about safety risks and travel requirements.

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Both sides have moved troops toward their shared border, while Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of occupying part of its territory. By Matthew Mpoke Bigg Reporting from Nairobi Last weekend, Ethiopia’s ...

KAMPALA, Uganda — To his supporters, Ethiopia's prime minister is a renaissance man trying to reimagine the old greatness of his country. To some others, Abiy Ahmed is a provocateur who could light a ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s push for sovereign sea access via Eritrea’s Assab port is sparking military tensions ...

Ethiopia and Eritrea are deploying troops and military equipment to the northern Tigray region, according to regional diplomats, raising the risk of renewed conflict in the Horn of Africa. The buildup ...

Ethiopia inaugurated Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam in 2025, positioning itself as a regional energy exporter while millions of its citizens still lack access to electricity. Egypt, which lies ...

Rising footwear designer Chiso Osuji wears many hats, between working a corporate consulting job and running her up-and-coming luxury brand Zena Ziora as a one-woman team. Inspired by her matrilineal ...

The IMF Executive Board completed the fourth review of the arrangement under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) for Ethiopia, allowing the authorities to draw the equivalent of about US$261 million ...