In DC Gerima & Higgins Talk Visuals to Build Constructive Africa-Diaspora Bridge
Photographer Chester Higgins will be in conversation with Filmmaker Haile Gerima at Sankofa in DC on Saturday, Jan 28th.
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Oscars 2017: Ruth Negga Nominated for Best Actress Award
The Irish-Ethiopian actress was short-listed for her role in Loving as the Oscar nominations were announced Tuesday afternoon.
Focus on Ethiopia: A Look at the New ‘America First’ Foreign Policy
Less trade with the U.S. could force African countries to put more effort into developing stronger trade links with each other.
Pictures: Women’s March in DC & Beyond
Approximately 500,000 joined the Women’s March on Washington on Saturday, making it one of the largest marches in DC history.
Is US Returning to Its Tribalism Past?
The Washington Post January 20, 2017 Trump’s dark promise to return to a mythical past A green lawn, a white…
Trump Sworn in as US President
The New York Times Jan. 20, 2017 WASHINGTON — Donald John Trump was inaugurated as the 45th president of the…
A Boom in Qat in Ethiopia and Kenya
The Economist Will this burgeoning green business turn to bust? “THIS is qat,” explains Teklu Kaimo, gesturing to the wooded…
Ethiopia in Crisis: A Public Forum at Stanford Spotlights Problems & Solutions
A public forum on Ethiopia’s current state of emergency is being held at Stanford University from January 21 – 22, 2017.
Ethio-American Friend Rep. Mike Coffman in Trouble Over Obamacare Repeal Vote
The scene could not have been more damaging: TV camera rolling, the Congressman snuck out from his own public event.
Ethiopia: Looking Beyond Obama, Here is What Trump’s Team is Asking
Members of President-elect Donald J. Trump’s transition team are reportedly asking Obama officials questions regarding Africa.
University of Toronto Starts Course in Ge’ez, A Step to Ethiopic Studies
Toronto Star A language that hasn’t been spoken for more than 1,000 years is being taught this semester at the…
The Optimism of Barack Obama
Barack Obama is leaving the White House with polls showing him to be one of the most popular presidents in recent decades.
Ethiopia: HD Says He Wants to Keep Merara in Jail for Meeting EU Lawmakers
Hailemariam Desalegn says that he will not release opposition leader Merara Gudina who is in Jail for Meeting EU Lawmakers.
Like In Ethiopia, CPJ Worried for US Press
As the new presidential administration prepares to take over, CPJ examines the status of press freedom in the United States.
Spotlight: R&B Singer Mélat Kassa
Over the past few years, the Ethiopian American singer has been slowly bubbling on the R&B underground in Texas and beyond.
Obama’s Farewell Address: ‘Yes, We Did’
President Obama bid farewell to Americans Tuesday in an emotional speech that sought to comfort a country on edge.
U.S.-Africa Policy in 2017
Newsweek DON’T DISMISS THE DONALD TRUMP ADMINISTRATION ON AFRICA POLICY The United States under President Donald Trump will still have…
In Time for Ethiopian X-mas, Drom NYC Presents Legend Girma Beyene
The legendary composer and musician Girma Beyene is scheduled to perform at Drom in NYC on January 7th, 2017.
How ‘Idir’ is Helping the Elderly in Ethiopia
CS Monitor In Ethiopia, the elderly get new help from an old tool ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA — Established around 100…
Dr. Maigenet Fellowship: Call for Proposals for Ethiopian Women Studies
The Center for the Rights of Ethiopian Women has put out its first call for proposals for the Dr. Maigenet Shifferraw Fellowship.
Ethiopia: 2016 in Pictures
In the midst of troubled times we remain optimistic that through perseverance, unity, and creative thinking, a brighter, bolder, and more peaceful & prosperous tomorrow is still possible.
15 Arts & Culture Stories of 2016 in Photos
Here are a few images of the biggest Ethiopian Diaspora arts and culture stories of 2016 curated from the Tadias instagram Page.
Spotlight: Abraham Abebe’s Hopeful Art Draws From His Ethiopia and US Roots
Abraham Abebe’s show Guzo will be held at Georgia College & State University’s Leland Gallery from Jan. 9th – Feb. 3rd, 2017.
Farewell to Legend Miruts Yifter
Miruts Yifter, an Ethiopian running legend dubbed “Yifter the Shifter” was laid to rest at a packed funeral in Toronto on Tuesday.
Ethiopia: US Ambassador to UN Says Free Bekele Gerba
Authorities detained Bekele Gerba on December 23, 2015 and later charged him under Ethiopia’s Anti-Terrorism Proclamation.
Interview with Yohannes Abraham
Yohannes Abraham, first Ethiopian American in a senior White House role, encourages the Ethiopian community to remain engaged.
From DC to Addis: Spotlight on Artist Abel Tilahun & His Ethiopia Show ‘Odyssey’
Abel Tilahun’s upcoming show, Odyssey, will take place in Addis Ababa next month from January 3rd to 24th, 2017.
Electoral College Confirms Trump’s Win
In the Federalist Papers, Hamilton argued that an important purpose of the Electoral College was to safeguard against foreign interference.
Photographer Aida Muluneh, Founder of Addis Foto Fest, on Rebranding Africa
Aida Muluneh returned to Ethiopia nine years ago and set herself the task of changing perceptions of the continent.
Where is Journalist Temesgen Desalegn?
Human rights groups are asking Ethiopia’s government to immediately disclose the whereabouts of a popular local journalist.
Report: Ethiopia Blocked News Sites
Ethiopia’s government illegally blocked social media and news websites during the months of turmoil that led to the country’s ongoing state of emergency.
Obama: Russia Will Pay for US Hacking
President Obama said the United States will retaliate against Russia over its malicious cyber-activity during this year’s election.
Spotlight: Sossina Haile’s Scientific Quest Brings World Closer to Liquid Sun Energy
Sossina Haile’s laboratory solar reactor is bringing the world “another step closer to bringing vision of liquid solar fuels to life.”
American Jewish Historical Society Hosts ‘Sigd’ – An Ethiopian Celebration
Sigd, an Ethiopian Jewish celebration will be held on Sunday, Dec 18th at the American Jewish Historical Society in Manhattan, NY.
CIA Believes Russia Helped Trump Win
American intelligence agencies have concluded with “high confidence” that Russia hacked the 2016 U.S. election to help Donald Trump.
Marcus Samuelsson’s 1st DC Restaurant
WTOP Sneak peek: Inside MGM National Harbor WASHINGTON — After two years of construction and $1.4 billion, MGM National Harbor…
Media Under Trump: Advice From African Journalists to US Counterparts
Quartz Africa African journalists have tips for their US counterparts on dealing with a president that hates the press Last…
Watch: Ethiopians in DC Building Community Through Food
Washington, D.C. is home to the largest Ethiopian community in the U.S. and successive waves of Ethiopian immigrants.
Ruth Negga: One of Best Film Stars of 2016
With her mesmerizing performance the groundbreaking film Loving, the Irish-Ethiopian actress Ruth Negga has become a star for our time.
Ethiopia: Director Jessica Beshir’s ‘Hairat’ Selected for Sundance Film Festival 2017
Jessica Beshir’s film, Hairat, tells the story of one man’s extraordinary ritual that unfolds nightly in the outskirts of Harar.
In Pictures: Almaz Ayana 2016 Female World Athlete of the Year
The 25-year-old long distance runner was accompanied at the event by Haile Gebreselassie who also acted as her translator.
US Updates Ethiopia Travel Warning
The State Department continues to warn U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Ethiopia due to the potential for civil unrest related to sporadic and unpredictable protests since 2015.
New ‘Ethiopiques’ CD Celebrates Legend Girma Beyene
The 30th Ethiopique volume, entitled ‘Mistakes on Purpose’ is scheduled for release on Jan. 2017 & a vinyl release Feb. 2017.
NYC Holiday Benefit Supports Boys and Girls Town of Ethiopia
A benefit event to support the youth of Boys’ and Girls’ Towns of Ethiopia will be held in downtown Manhattan on December 12th.
History: US- Ethiopia Complicated Alliance
Formal relations between the U.S. and Ethiopia stem back to 1903, and in spite of Ethiopia’s instability, the U.S. has maintained relations.
Opposition Leader Merera Gudina Detained in Ethiopia After Trip to Europe
Merera Gudina criticised Ethiopia’s state of emergency in an address to the European parliament on 9 November.
Ethiopia’s Almaz Ayana Named Finalist for World Athlete of the Year Award
The 25-year-old Ethiopian long distance runner is being considered for the prestigious annual award, according to IAAF.
Ethiopia: Govt Claims 15 Ginbot 7 Members Killed in Foiled Attack
International Business Times Ethiopian security forces claim to have killed dozens of “Eritrean mercenaries” as they foiled a planned terror…
Ethiopia: Composer & Pianist Girma Yifrashewa’s Phenomenal Show in Harlem
Girma Yifrashewa’s original compositions included the playful Chewata, the spiritual Sememen the joyous Elilta and Tizita
Fidel Castro Dead at 90: Left Mark on Horn of Africa
In early 1977, Castro brought together the leaders of East Africa including Ethiopia to create greater socialist federal states.
In Ethiopia, Authorities Charge Prisoners for Recent Deadly Fire at Kaliti Prison
Newsweek An Ethiopian court has charged 38 inmates with starting a fire at a prison on the outskirts of the…
President Obama On Why a Million Miles of Travel Gives Him Hope for the Future
President Obama who is the first sitting US president to visit Ethiopia, Kenya, Cambodia and Myanmar reflects on his travels.
Was 2016 U.S. Election Hacked? Hillary Clinton’s Team to Join Wisconsin Recount
Hillary Clinton’s campaign said Saturday it will take part in efforts to push for recounts in several key states.
Why Trump Win is Fueling Divisions in US
Reuters USA: Trump Won With Lowest Minority Vote in Decades, Fueling Divisions Wed Nov 23, 2016 WASHINGTON — Donald Trump…
After Ethiopia Drama, Aviators Continue Vintage Plane Flights Across Africa
Reuters Updated: 25 November 2016 Vintage plane rally moves on from Ethiopia Addis Ababa – Aviators who were detained in…
Model Titi Aynaw, First Ethiopian Miss Israel, Shares 5 Leadership Lessons
Miss Israel 2013 Titi Aynaw runs a project that provides vulnerable children in Netanya with educational after-school activities.
Ethiopia: US-Africa Relations in Trump Era
Two recent articles speculate about what United States-Africa relations might look like in the age of Trump.
Rolling Stone: Ethiopian American Aminé Among 10 New Artists You Need to Know
Adam Aminé Daniel has scored an unlikely hit with the wavy love rap “Caroline” – currently at 34 million YouTube views.
CPJ: Ethiopian Newspaper Editor, Bloggers Caught in Worsening Crackdown
CPJ Ethiopian newspaper editor, bloggers caught in worsening crackdown Nairobi, November 17, 2016-Ethiopia should immediately release all journalists detained amid…
Photos: Great CNN Feature on Lalibela
CNN From all corners of a nation they come, often walking for hundreds of miles barefoot: Ethiopian Orthodox Christians on…
Ethiopia: Pianist-Composer Girma Yifrashewa to Perform at Ginny’s in Harlem
Girma Yifrashewa composes music pieces that blend classical techniques with traditional Ethiopian scales and folk sounds.
Obama Bids Farewell to World, Hails US Democracy in Landmark Speech
In his speech Wednesday, Obama sought to reassure the world that American-style democracy is alive.
Trump’s USA: President Obama Warns Against Rise of Nationalistic Tribalism
The New York Times Visiting Europe, Obama Warns Against Rise of ‘Crude Sort of Nationalism’ ATHENS — President Obama, in…
DC Fears Setback to Cultural Renaissance as Obama Era Comes to an End
The Obama’s arrival in 2009 coincided with an urban renaissance in Washington and now the city fears Trump Will drain Its culture.
Ethiopia-Italy Film “If Only I Were That Warrior” Released on DVD
The new documentary “If Only I Were That Warrior” has finally been released on DVD and is also now available for streaming online.
In Virginia, Runners From Ethiopia Sweep Richmond Marathon
Tadias Magazine By Tadias Staff Published: Sunday, November 13th, 2016 New York (TADIAS) — Dadi Beyene and Bizuwork Getahun of…
Watch: SNL Makes America Laugh Again
USA TODAY On Saturday Night Live, Dave Chappelle & Chris Rock Nailed the Realest 2016 US Election Night Sketch The…
European Parliament Holds Hearing on Ethiopia Protests
Ethiopia opposition activists addressed members of the European Parliament this week in Brussels regarding the situation in Ethiopia.
This Woman Could Become 1st Female U.S. President
Kamala Harris is the first Indian-American & second African-American female to serve as a U.S. Senator.
Ethiopia: High Time for Genuine Reform Before Next Unrest Erupts
Amnesty International After a year of protests, time to address grave human rights concerns Nearly one year on from the…
Obama, Trump Meet at White House (Video)
Donald Trump entered the White House through back door, avoiding news cameras and the eyes of the president’s staff.
Ethiopian-American Caucus Founder Rep. Mike Honda Loses Re-election
Honda, a longtime Bay Area congressman, was believed to be one of California’s most vulnerable incumbents.
Update: Ethio-American Friend Colorado’s Mike Coffman Keeps His House Seat
The Washington Post Colorado’s Mike Coffman keeps his House seat in GOP column Rep. Mike Coffman kept up the apparent…
Hillary Concedes, Obama Promises Smooth Transition to Trump Admin (Video)
Hillary Clinton publicly conceded the election to Donald J. Trump on Wednesday calling her loss ‘painful,’ but urges unity.
Is Twitter Hurting Ethiopia?
Foreign Affairs Magazine November 7, 2016 Is Twitter Hurting Ethiopia? Rumor and Unrest in a Fragile Federation On October 2,…
U.S. Election 2016: Trump Triumphs
Trump will take office with Congress expected to be fully under Republican control as GOP fended off challengers in key states.
Clinton Hoping to Crack ‘Glass Ceiling’
If she wins on Tuesday, she will go from first lady to U.S. senator from New York, to U.S. secretary of state, to “Madam President.”
In Pictures: Exhibition Spotlights Girl Runners in Bekoji, Ethiopia
GGRF’s experiential storytelling exhibit at VSCO on Thursday included a movie screening, photo journal & panel discussion.
Ethiopia: Former NYC Marathon Champ Tesfaye Jifar Longs to Get His Family Out
Tesfaye Jifar, a former NYC Marathon champion–turned cabbie struggles to get his family out of Ethiopia.
New Ethiopia Opposition ENM Formed in DC: What’s the Vision, Who Leads It?
Tadias Magazine By Tadias Staff Published: Thursday, November 3rd, 2016 New York (TADIAS) — A new Ethiopia opposition coalition is…
Investors Getting Nervous About Ethiopia
The Washington Post November 2nd, 2016 Investors Shy Away From Ethiopia in the Wake of Violent Protests ALAGA DORE, Ethiopia…
Debo Band Returns to Lincoln Center
Lincoln Center Led by Ethiopian-American saxophonist Danny Mekonnen and fronted by charismatic vocalist Bruck Tesfaye, the Debo Band serves up…
The Weeknd: Abel Tesfaye A Rising Starboy (Video)
Abel Tesfaye is the The biggest R&B star to emerge in recent years, Tesfaye (who is better known as the Weeknd) has a new album.
2017 Design Week Addis Ababa Announces Open Call
the 2017 DWAA seeks participants & program partners from various fields including architecture, multimedia, and fashion.
Twitter Reacts Skeptically to Ethiopia Cabinet Reshuffle
The Ethiopian government has recently reshuffled the cabinet after implementing a state of emergency last month.
HRW: Legal Analysis of Ethiopia’s State of Emergency
The state of emergency directive contains overly broad and vague provisions that risk triggering a human rights crisis, HRW says.
Imagining Ethiopia Post-identity Politics
Global Voices By Endalk Chala Ethiopia’s Regime Faces Precarious Times As Diaspora Plans for the Future In November 2015, residents…
Tadias in Conversation with Marcus Samuelsson & DC Book Signing Pictures
Marcus ‘s latest The Red Rooster Cookbook, includes essays and diverse profiles of the vibrant diversity of Harlem.
Update: Hillary Fires Back at FBI Director’s October Surprise ‘deeply troubling’
The Daily Beast Hillary Clinton calls FBI’s actions ahead of vote ‘deeply troubling’ Hillary Clinton did not shy away from…
Alegntaye: Ethiopian Hip-Hop Artist Teddy Yo in New Africology Video
Africology, which has been nominated for the 2016 All Africa Music Awards , has released their first video featuring Teddy Yo.
In Colorado, GOP Congressman Mike Coffman Enjoys Ethiopian Support
Tadias Magazine By Tadias Staff Published: Wednesday, October 26th, 2016 New York (TADIAS) – Last month Republican Congressman Mike Coffman…
Addis Standard Stops Printing Over Draconian Emergency Rules
Reuters An Ethiopian English-language magazine which has been critical of the government has ceased publishing its print edition saying restrictions…
Ethiopia Unrest Triggers Tourism Collapse
Financial Times A wave of anti-government protests and the imposition of a state of emergency has triggered a collapse in…
DC Book Signing & Afterparty w/ Marcus Samuelsson: The Red Rooster Cookbook
Join Tadias Magazine & Marcus Samuelsson at SEI lounge in DC on Wednesday, October 26th for a book signing and afterparty.
Mahmoud Ahmed Brings Down the House at Carnegie Hall Debut Concert – Photos
The 75-year-old cultural icon, who is still one of Ethiopia’s most eminent musicians, played at Carnegie’s Stern Auditorium.
U.S. Citizens Urged to Defer Travel to Ethiopia -State Department
The U.S. State Department urged U.S. citizens last Friday to defer all non-essential travel to Ethiopia because of ongoing unrest.
Amnesty Event Spotlights Ethiopia Crisis
Tadias Magazine By Tadias Staff Published: Saturday, October 22nd, 2016 New York (TADIAS) — An event organized by the Manhattan-…
Carnegie Hall Presents Mahmoud Ahmed
Mahmoud Ahmed’s historic performance tonight is presented as part of Carnegie Hall’s “Around the Globe” program.
Girma Beyene in a Rare NYC Concert
Girma Beyene will be accompanied by DC-based Feedel Band at his first NYC concert as part of CUNY’s “A Global Music Series.”
Thousands Held Under State of Emergency
In Ethiopia authorities have detained more than 1,600 people under the state of emergency, a govt. minister has told the BBC.