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June 21, 2026

Balancing the Tribe and the Ballot Box:The Somali Opposition Proposes a General Election Plan Under (4.5) Method

Last Saturday, the Somali opposition issued a proposal outlining how to conduct general elections throughout Somalia, including various provisions regarding candidates and voters, and fundamental principles upon which based election plan

June 21, 2026

Construction begins on Bishoftu Airport in Ethiopia

Space Footage Documents the Birth of Africa’s Airports Giant in Ethiopia

As part of its infrastructure development plan, Ethiopia has begun construction work on Africa's largest airport in the town of "Bishoftu" southeast of the capital Addis Ababa. This project represents a significant leap forward for Ethiopian Airlines.

June 19, 2026

An illustrative map showing the locations of piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden and the Somali coast, along with a picture of pirates

The Maritime Shipping Nightmare Returns: Gulf of Aden and Somali Coast are Under the Pirates’ Control

International maritime security agencies and companies have reported sporadic attacks on commercial vessels in the Gulf of Aden, reviving the specter of piracy after its gradual decline over the past two decades…for more details

June 19, 2026

Alarm Bells are Ringing in Sudan: 14 Regions are on the Brink of Famine & the Crisis is Affecting Millions

A joint report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) details a severe famine affecting 14 regions. In Sudan , it is classified into three levels, the most severe in the history of modern Sudan... For details

June 17, 2026

"TASIS" Government meeting chaired by Dagalo

Dagalo Chairs First Meeting of “TASIS” Government: a Package of Decisions to Control Security & Confront Counter-Movements

"TASIS" government held a meeting chaired by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo " Hemedti " to discuss the security and living conditions in the areas under its control. The meeting resulted in a statement outlining a package of security decisions... Details

June 17, 2026

Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

Killing of 5 Ethiopians and Head of the World Health Organization Condemns Violence Against Foreigners in South Africa

Violence and rioting erupted in South Africa, perpetrated by local citizens against foreign nationals and communities for unknown reasons. This resulted in the deaths of several people, including five Ethiopians, and the displacement of numerous families due to the ensuing chaos

June 15, 2026

Signing of the prisoner exchange agreement between Ethiopia and Nigeria

Between Abuja and Addis Ababa: A Prisoner Exchange Agreement Ends Suffering of Hundreds Behind Bars

Ethiopia and Nigeria have signed an agreement to exchange prisoners, allowing each prisoner to serve their sentence in their home country. This is considered a humanitarian initiative facilitated through diplomatic channels... Read more details

June 14, 2026

Explosive Diplomatic Crisis: Chad Expels Sudanese Consul in Abeche and Closes the Consulate… What’s the Story?

Chad expelled the Sudanese consul general from the city of Abéché, giving him no more than four days to leave its territory, describing him as persona non grata, thus creating diplomatic tension between Chad and Sudan…

June 13, 2026

A composite image of Addis Ababa with Bitcoin and the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam

Digital Ethiopia 2030 & Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) are Propelling Addis Ababa to Forefront of Global Bitcoin Mining

Ethiopia's comprehensive development plans for digital infrastructure have resulted in remarkable progress, enabling it to compete globally for leading positions. The first fruits of these plans have materialized in Ethiopia's entry into the world of digital currency competition.