African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Ethiopia claimed Thursday that forces in the northern Tigray region were preparing an offensive against the federal government in the coming days, after months of rising tensions. Hardline elements of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), a powerful party with fraught relations with Addis Ababa, have “decided to launch an offensive against the federal government […]
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has arrived in Addis Ababa to lead the African Union Election Observation Mission for Ethiopia’s 7th General Election, describing the vote as a significant milestone not only for Ethiopia but for the entire African continent. Speaking to journalists upon his arrival in the Ethiopian capital, Kenyatta […]
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Ethiopia has intensified preparations for its 7th General Election, with local and international observer missions deployed across the country as authorities seek to ensure a peaceful, transparent and credible voting process. The National Election Board of Ethiopia said election observers will play a central role in safeguarding the integrity of the […]
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – The responsibility of telling Africa’s story to the world is increasingly shifting from traditional media houses to digital creators and social media influencers, speakers at the first-ever African Social Media Influencers Conference (ASMIS 2026) have said. The landmark conference, currently underway in Addis Ababa under the theme “Influence for a Better […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa has marked its 20th anniversary with a high-level convening in Addis Ababa, calling for urgent action to scale practical, farmer-centered solutions aimed at strengthening food systems, boosting rural incomes, and accelerating agricultural transformation across the continent. The gathering, held alongside AGRA’s Board Retreat […]
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — The 16th Africa Risk Capacity Conference of the Parties (COP16) has concluded in Addis Ababa with key resolutions aimed at strengthening Africa’s preparedness and response to climate-related disasters. The high-level meeting, hosted by Ethiopia, brought together policymakers, risk experts, and continental leaders who endorsed a series of technical and thematic recommendations […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ethiopia on Tuesday for a two-day official visit aimed at deepening political, economic, and strategic ties between New Delhi and one of Africa’s most influential states. Modi held talks with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed before meeting members of the Indian diaspora in Addis […]
