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Ethiopia’s education system is in crisis – now’s the time to fix it

In October 2023, Ethiopia’s minister of education, Berhanu Nega, disclosed several shocking figures on the outcomes of the 12th-grade national examination. Of the 3,106 schools that administered the 12th grade (secondary school leaving) examination for the 2022/23 academic year, 43% reported that none of their students had passed.

The Conversation

Israel-Hamas deal: What makes a truce lead to lasting peace?

With Israel and Hamas agreeing to a four-day pause in fighting, here’s a look at how truces from other wars played out.

Al Jazeera

Death toll from floods in Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia rises to 130

At least 130 people have died in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia following heavy rains that triggered what aid agencies describe as flooding seen only once every 100 years

The Independent UK

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US will resume food aid to millions across Ethiopia after monthslong pause over massive corruption

The United States Agency for International Development says it plans to restart food aid deliveries for millions of people across Ethiopia in December, five months after it halted its nationwide program over a massive corruption scheme by local officials

The Independent UK

Extreme drought in northern Italy mirrors climate in Ethiopia

Research shows global heating creates ‘whiplash effect’ of erratic extremes – often in poorest countries

The Guardian - UK

Ethiopia's Abiy takes a page from Russia, China in asserting the right to restore historical claim to strategic waters

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed claimed on Oct. 13, 2023, that his landlocked country has a right to demand maritime access to a Red Sea port from its neighbors in the Horn of Africa – first through diplomatic means, he said, or by force if necessary.

The Conversation

Africa-US trade: Agoa deal expires in 2025 - an expert unpacks what it's achieved in 23 years

African governments are seeking an extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) beyond 2025. The law was enacted in 2000 to “encourage increased trade and investment between the United States and sub-Saharan Africa”. We asked David Luke, who specialises in African trade policy and trade negotiations, what benefits…

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Is landlocked Ethiopia starting another war over ports in Horn of Africa?

Ethiopia’s tone on access to a seaport is seen as either a distraction from domestic policy failures or start of a war.

Al Jazeera

Death and displacement as floods hit East Africa

The recent downpours underscore the region’s vulnerability to climate change, which is leading to more extreme weather.

Al Jazeera

Tamirat Tola sets new NYC marathon record for men's race

Ethiopia's Tola broke the 12-year-old record for the course. Hellen Obiri of Kenya won the women's race.

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Tola sets NYC Marathon course record to win men's race; Hellen Obiri of Kenya takes women's title

Tamirat Tola of Ethiopia set a course record to win the New York City Marathon men’s race on Sunday while Hellen Obiri of Kenya pulled away in the final 400 meters to take the women’s title

The Independent UK

The Dollar’s Dominance Is Shakier Than Ever

BRICS has growing currency leverage despite internal divisions.

Foreign Policy

A year after the ceasefire in Tigray, Ethiopia is little closer to peace

Ongoing atrocities cast a shadow on the first anniversary of the ceasefire that officially ended hostilities in Ethiopia's Tigray region, according to Human Rights Watch. One year into the peace deal, there are multiple reports of abuses in Tigray as well as conflicts in other regions.

Radio France Internationale

Dashed hopes and limited aid trouble Tigrayans a year after Ethiopia truce

Many people say they can’t return home despite ceasefire because Ethiopian allied forces still occupy parts of region.

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US student, 14, wins award for developing soap to treat skin cancer

Heman Bekele was inspired by Ethiopian workers laboring under the sun, and wanted to help ‘as many people as possible’

Foreign Policy

The Rise of the New Spycraft Regimes

U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez’s indictment should remind the West not to underestimate the intelligence capabilities of smaller powers.

The Hindu

Nod for Chinese technicians to come ashore at Vizhinjam violates security guidelines: Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleges Centre complicit in allowing Chinese workers to disembark at Vizhinjam port, violating security guidelines. He questions why Chinese workers are being allowed to work illegally for Adani Group linked to global money-laundering networks. Home Ministry guidelines state no landing permit for nationals of Afghanistan, China,…

Radio France Internationale

UN's World Food Programme resumes food aid delivery in Ethiopia

The World Food Programme said Tuesday it had partially resumed distributing food aid in Ethiopia, after halting assistance four months ago over the diversion of supplies.

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Ethiopia: religious tension is getting worse – 5 factors driving groups apart

Religion is highly present in Ethiopia. It’s visible in churches and mosques, in clothing, and in public rituals.

The Guardian - UK

‘There are no better experts on refugees than refugees’: Nhial Deng on why politicians need to listen

At 11, the South Sudanese refugee was forced to flee his Ethiopian village and spent several years in Kakuma camp in Kenya. His work helping others there won UN recognition and a prestigious award – now he’s planning to fund a library

France 24

Human rights probe on Ethiopia scrapped

In tonight's edition: A UN human rights probe on Ethiopia will soon wrap up after no international attempt was made to extend it. Also, increasing numbers of Senegalese migrants are heading to Central America in the hope of eventually making it to the United States. Finally, a young Guinean cycles…

The Independent UK

US resumes some food aid deliveries to Ethiopia after assistance was halted over 'widespread' theft

The United States Agency for International Development is resuming food deliveries to hundreds of thousands of refugees in Ethiopia, after assistance was halted earlier this year over a widespread scheme to steal supplies

The Independent UK

UN-backed probe into Ethiopia's abuses is set to end. No one has asked for it to continue

A U.N.-backed probe into human rights abuses in Ethiopia is nearing its end date and no one has asked for the investigation to continue

The Independent UK

Promoting tradition as well as beans, Ethiopian coffee shops find fans far from home

When Yared Markos moved to London a quarter century ago, he didn't see any Ethiopian coffee shops

The Guardian - AU

Yeshi Buna, Brisbane: the Ethiopian restaurant where combination platters are everything

In a south Brisbane suburb that’s home to a number of east African eateries, Yeshi Buna is known for its spongey injera, expansive vegan options and homely atmosphere

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