
Italy and Ethiopia Cooperate on Space Research
The 2026 Italian Research Day in the World (GRIM) was dedicated to space cooperation and held in Ethiopia at the Creative Hub in Addis Ababa, a historic building restored by Italy.
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The 2026 Italian Research Day in the World (GRIM) was dedicated to space cooperation and held in Ethiopia at the Creative Hub in Addis Ababa, a historic building restored by Italy.

The African Union, with approximately 2000 officials in Addis Ababa, faces challenges including poor payment discipline from its 55 member states, raising questions about its comparison to the European Union.
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has concluded a successful trade mission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, featuring a series of bilateral business meetings between companies from Dubai and Ethiopia. The mission aimed to foster economic ties and explore new investment opportunities.
Passengers traveling by bus from Finfinnee (Addis Ababa) to Debre Marqos were reportedly abducted by armed individuals in the North Shewa zone of Ethiopia.
A new 'Tigray Peace and Change' council has been established in Addis Ababa, with Getachew Reda announcing that the body will soon enter Mekelle.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has honored Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN, as one of Africa’s top four aviators. The recognition took place at a special session during the IATA Focus Africa Conference in Addis Ababa.

Italian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Sem Fabrizi, met with over 150 representatives of the Italian community at the Juventus Club in Addis Ababa, following an invitation from the Ethiopian Committee of Italians Abroad (Comites).

JoyNews' science and climate journalist, Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen, is set to be honoured by the African Meteorological Society (AfMS) for his outstanding contribution to climate communication and…
In the impoverished Zenebevork district of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, a shoe factory has been operating since 2004, exclusively using old tires as raw material. These recycled tires are transformed into shoes distributed worldwide.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) has not made it onto the list of top 10 airports in Africa, while regional competitors like Kigali and Addis Ababa have received recognition.

Largest network operating carrier in Africa, Ethiopian Airlines, is set to resume direct passenger service between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and Atlanta, United States. The post Ethiopian Airlines resumes US route appeared first on Vanguard News.
Senegalese political figure Ousmane Sonko is currently in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Tensions are rising between the two countries and the rebel region of Tigray. Addis Ababa has mobilized troops and artillery along the border of its northern province, while Asmara has drawn closer to the Tigrayan insurgents – a dramatic reversal of alliances.
The Foreign Ministers of Algeria and Tunisia held bilateral discussions in Addis Ababa, focusing on strengthening ties between the two North African nations.

Türkiye and Ethiopia have signed a memorandum of understanding on energy cooperation during a visit by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to Addis Ababa.

The 'Guardare oltre/Looking Beyond' exhibition, promoting Italian space research, opened today in Addis Ababa at the Creative Hub Ethiopia, coinciding with Italian Research Day in the World.

Ethiopia is holding general elections, which come at a critical moment for the country. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party is widely expected to dominate the polls.
Dubai Chambers has engaged in a series of meetings in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with the aim of strengthening trade and investment ties between Dubai and Ethiopia.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 21 MAG - The Italian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Sem Fabrizi, met with the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the UN Mission in South Sudan, Kiki Gbeho.

Sudan has recalled its ambassador to Addis Ababa, accusing Ethiopia of being responsible for recent attacks on Khartoum’s airport.
A human rights organization is calling on Saudi authorities to stop the executions of Ethiopian nationals, with three already carried out, and is urging Addis Ababa to intervene immediately.
Addis Ababa is making efforts to establish itself as a major diplomatic hub, attracting international organizations and events.
An exhibition dedicated to the historic Maria Theresa Thaler coin has opened in Addis Ababa, showcasing its cultural and economic significance.
Ethiopia's Prosperity Party has entirely skipped Tigray and left key opposition constituencies in Amhara and Addis Ababa uncontested.
The Guardian Nigeria News features archives related to flights between Addis Ababa and Atlanta.
A new report warns of arbitrary detentions and increasing restrictions on media freedom in Addis Ababa, raising concerns about human rights and press freedom in the Ethiopian capital.
Fuel shortages are worsening in Addis Ababa and other regional cities in Ethiopia, leading to prolonged queues for drivers.

Israeli President Herzog's visit to Addis Ababa, following high-level delegations from Turkiye and Saudi Arabia, suggests Israel's efforts to form a 'hexagon' alliance with Ethiopia to counter its enemies.

The 39th African Union Heads of State Summit, held on February 14 in Addis Ababa, concluded that Africa is grappling with severe insecurity.

Hailed as one of the defining achievements of African architecture, the historic, recently refurbished Ethiopian landmark has now won the World Monuments Fund/Knoll Modernism prize Designed by the Italian architect Arturo Mezzedimi, Addis Ababa’s Africa Hall quickly became recognised as one of the defining achievements of African modernism on its completion in 1961. In 1963, it hosted the founding meeting of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), the precursor to today’s African Union. Africa was then emerging from centuries of colonial rule, and many of the OAU’s founders – including Ghana’s Kwame Nkrumah and Gamal Abdel Nasser of Egypt – had led their nations to independence. “Only a few years ago,” the Ethiopian emperor Haile Selassie said at the time, “meetings to consider African problems were held outside Africa, and the fate of its peoples were decided by non-Africans. Today … the peoples of Africa can, at long last, deliberate on their own problems and future.” Continue reading...
The UNECA Africa Development Impact Forum has opened in Addis Ababa, with a focus on bridging the gap between policy and implementation for development across the continent.
Ethiopia is looking to replicate Israel's "Start-Up Nation" model to build its own AI sector and enhance technological cooperation. This initiative aims to strengthen Addis Ababa's innovation ecosystem.
Ethiopia has accused Egypt of pursuing an 'encirclement' strategy and 'provocation' following Addis Ababa's expressed ambitions for sea access.
Foreign observers have commented on the rapid transformation currently underway in Addis Ababa.

The annual International Jazz Festival in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, included a concert at the Italian Ambassador's residence, showcasing performances by both Italian and Ethiopian artists.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed hosted Mozambican President Daniel Francisco Chapo in Addis Ababa for a diplomatic meeting, signaling strengthening bilateral ties.

Ethiopia reports that its dedicated efforts to combat climate change are beginning to yield visible results. Major investments in renewable energy, environmental protection, and nationwide conservation initiatives are contributing to the country's progress.

Italy has completed the renovation of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the "Tikur Anbessa" (Black Lion) Specialized Hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marking a significant step in neonatal care development.
Ethiopia's National Dialogue Commission has announced that the forum for gathering agenda items for Tigray will now be held in Addis Ababa.
This entry refers to an archive of news related to flights between Addis Ababa and Atlanta.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 13 MAR - The Italian Embassy in Addis Ababa expresses its sympathy for the victims of the devastating landslide in southern Ethiopia. Search and rescue teams continue to work tirelessly to find survivors. "Our thoughts are with the families of the victims and the communities affected," the embassy added. Read article...

In Ethiopia's Tigray region, displaced people remain trapped in limbo as tensions between Addis Ababa and Eritrea escalate. While fragile calm holds in Mekelle, many in Tigray fear war could return at any moment.
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As tensions escalate between Ethiopia and Eritrea, would new conflict position Addis Ababa against Tigray’s leadership?