In Nairobi's Kibera, Rastafarians from the House of Nyabinghi gathered after a Kenyan court dismissed their petition to decriminalise marijuana for spiritual use. Leaders like Ras Ndeto, spokesperson for the Rastafari Society of Kenya, expressed marginalisation and vowed to appeal the decision to a higher court.
Rastafarians in Kenya, following a court's dismissal of a petition to decriminalize marijuana for spiritual use, have vowed to appeal the decision. The ruling, which they say marginalizes their community, highlights their ongoing struggle for religious freedom and recognition in the country.
New fighting has broken out in western Tigray, Ethiopia, marking a serious breach of the 2022 peace deal between the federal government and Tigrayan forces. Both sides accuse each other of initiating the assault, following months of escalating tensions and failed diplomatic efforts.
A study in Ethiopia's Kembata Tembaro district shows assisted natural regeneration and tree planting significantly cut topsoil loss and boosted forest cover (2015-2024). High-resolution satellite imagery tracked the REDD+ Investment Program's success in semi-arid areas, offering crucial data for national environmental strategies.
A study in Ethiopia's Kembata Tembaro district found that assisted natural regeneration and afforestation significantly reduced severe topsoil loss between 2015 and 2024. The research, published in Scientific Reports, evaluated the REDD+ Investment Program using high-resolution satellite imagery, providing crucial data for national environmental strategies.
The Sudan conflict is destabilizing Ethiopia, with RSF training camps near refugee sites like Ura, where Sudanese refugees fear further attacks. Ethiopia's new "Makatet" project aims to integrate refugees, but regional war looms as the conflict metastasizes, raising concerns among experts and residents.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Niger for a meeting with the Alliance of Sahel States (ASS), focusing on regional security and counter-terrorism. This visit follows Niger's withdrawal from ECOWAS and the formation of a confederation with Mali and Burkina Faso, aiming for greater sovereignty and independent resource utilization.
Filmmakers Teboho and Don Edkins explore grief through the lens of Ethiopia's Orthodox Tewahedo community after the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines crash, which killed Teboho's brother. The documentary contrasts the community's structured mourning with the family's personal loss and touches on the unresolved demand for justice from Boeing.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for the first stop of his African tour. He is expected to meet with Ethiopian government officials, discuss cooperation within BRICS, and inform them about the situation in Ukraine.
The Danakil Depression in Ethiopia is an extreme environment with acid springs, high temperatures, and alien colors, serving as a key analogue for Mars exploration due to its geological activity and potential for microbial life.
Hundreds of dogs were killed in Hossana, Ethiopia, after three children died from rabies. Community groups ordered the killings, threatening fines and arrest, despite some dogs being vaccinated. The mayor called the actions illegal.
Ethiopia's Council of Ministers has approved a bill to join the New Development Bank (NDB) established by BRICS countries. The move aims to expand access to financing for development projects and strengthen South-South financial cooperation.
An opinion piece criticizes Ethiopian officials for portraying the country as a victim and using a diplomatic smoke screen to normalize hostility towards Eritrea. It argues that Ethiopia's internal crises stem from ethnic cleavages, not external actors, and accuses the government of aggressive military mobilizations and disinformation campaigns regarding maritime access.
A human rights investigator will testify that the UK government received intelligence in 2024 linking Ethiopia to supporting a genocidal militia in Sudan but withheld public disclosure due to "significant private pressure" from the UAE. The investigator alleges the UK prioritized relations with the UAE over preventing mass atrocities.
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is set to continue his term as his Prosperity Party won a significant parliamentary majority in the June 1 elections. The results follow voting suspensions due to security issues and a lack of voting in Tigray.
Ethiopia's Prosperity Party secured a parliamentary majority in recent elections, ensuring Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed will continue in office. The party campaigned on economic progress and food security, despite ongoing unrest in regions like Oromia and Amhara, and a fragile peace deal in Tigray.
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party won a landslide victory in the general election, securing 438 out of 501 seats. However, the poll was marred by conflict, low opposition participation, and growing fears of renewed internal and regional instability, particularly concerning the Tigray region.
Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party, led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, secured a landslide victory in legislative polls held on June 1, winning nearly 90% of the contested seats. The party claimed 438 out of 486 seats in the House of Peoples’ Representatives, facing a divided opposition.
Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party has won a landslide majority in the June 1 parliamentary elections, securing 438 out of 486 seats. The elections were deemed a success despite exclusions in Tigray and Amhara regions.
Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party secured an overwhelming majority in the general election, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed set for another term. However, the poll was marred by conflict, low opposition participation, and rising fears of renewed internal and regional instability, particularly concerning the Tigray region.
El Niño has returned, with scientists warning it could be "very strong" and exacerbate global crises. The phenomenon, characterized by hot years and extreme weather, historically caused famines and societal collapse. This year's El Niño arrives amid debt distress in poor countries, high energy prices, and restricted fertilizer supplies, increasing the risk of widespread hunger and humanitarian crises.
A young Ethiopian boy, Markos, took his sick chicken to a human hospital in Denbecha, Amhara region, after conflict forced him to relocate. A video of the incident went viral, highlighting his compassion. He later took the chicken to a vet.
The TCS London Marathon will become a two-day event in 2027 as a one-off occurrence, allowing a record 100,000 participants to compete across the weekend of April 24 and 25. Mayor Sadiq Khan stated this expansion aims to create the largest fundraising moment in UK sporting history.
An overcrowded bus crashed in northern Ethiopia, killing at least 31 people and injuring dozens more. The bus veered off a mountainous road and plunged into a 100-meter-deep ravine. Poor infrastructure and lack of ambulance services contributed to the high death toll.
