Tag: Tigray

TPLF’s Request for Legal Registration as Political Party Declined

TPLF’s Request for Legal Registration as Political Party Declined

On 18 February 2023, the TPLF celebrated the 48th anniversary of its foundation with various events held in Mekelle and other parts of the Tigray regional state

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Al Nejashi Mosque in Ethiopia – 1st in Africa & 2nd in World

Al Nejashi Mosque in Ethiopia - 1st in Africa & 2nd in World

Located 790 Km from the capital Addis Ababa, Negash is a small town found in the northern part of Ethiopia  and one of the historically rich places in the country. It is synonymous with Islam as it is the place where the first Muslim settlement took place in the world. Continue reading “Al Nejashi Mosque in Ethiopia – 1st in Africa & 2nd in World”

Tedros Remarks Racism Underpins Responses to Global Conflicts

Tedros Remarks Racism Underpins Responses to Global Conflicts

“Maybe the reason is the colour of the skin of the people in Tigray.” Dr Tedros confronted world leaders last week for their neglect of “the worst disaster on earth”—a storm of conflict in Ethiopia, extreme weather across the Horn of Africa, and soaring food, fuel, and fertiliser prices exacerbated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Ethiopia Becomes a Strategic Headache for Washington

Ethiopia Becomes a Strategic Headache for Washington

As the battle between Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s government and rebels from the Tigray region continues, tensions are growing between Washington and its Ethiopian former ally. The Biden administration is now considering imposing sanctions against Addis Ababa, once considered a strategic and trustworthy partner in an unstable East Africa. Continue reading “Ethiopia Becomes a Strategic Headache for Washington”

Aid Neutrality under Fire in Ethiopia’s Widening Conflict

Aid Neutrality under Fire in Ethiopia’s Widening Conflict

Ethiopian government accusations that aid agencies are supporting rebel forces in Tigray have left international relief organizations concerned for the security of frontline staff, even as conflict escalates and hundreds of thousands of people face famine. Continue reading “Aid Neutrality under Fire in Ethiopia’s Widening Conflict”