Medical Examiner: Almaz Gebremedhin’s Death Consistent With ‘a Traffic Accident’
CBS DFW NORTH TEXAS – An autopsy has confirmed the body found in a van, in a North Texas pond,…
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Kumera Genet: The Dominican Government Cementing Foundations of Apartheid
The Huffington Post By Kumera Genet It is over a year since the highest court in the Dominican Republic issued…
Obama to Issue Executive Order On Immigartion
The Root BY: DIANA OZEMEBHOYA EROMOSELE Nov. 14 2014 Federal officials who are responsible for tracking down and deporting undocumented…
New Film Puts Spotlight on Legendary Ethiopian Artist Asnaketch Worku
A new film looks at the life of the singer, actor and dancer Asnaketch Worku, who the director calls “Ethiopia’s Edith Piaf”.
In US, Missouri on Alert as Grand Jury Verdict Nears in Michael Brown Case
The Root BY: DIANA OZEMEBHOYA EROMOSELE Soon the nation will learn if a grand jury in Missouri has decided to…
In Photo: Ethiopian Afrem Gebreanenia Wins at Iowa Kickboxing Tournament
Afrem Gebreanenia wins at Iowa Challenge on November 8th, 2014.
H&M Says No Cotton From Langrabbing
According to (TV4’s) investigation, cotton used for the production of H&M’s clothes in Ethiopia comes from areas subject to land grabbing.
Zone 9: Court Requests Detailed Charges
A defense lawyer says the court asked prosecutors to amend charges so they specify the acts of terrorism against the bloggers.
NASA to Grant Scholarships to Ethiopian Students
Newstime Africa By Addis Getachew The U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Agency (NASA) has said it would provide assistance to…
Online Hate Speech & Elections in Ethiopia: Oxford Researchers Call for Experts
Oxford University Consulting is seeking Researcher Consultants for a project on online hate speech and elections in Ethiopia.
How Ethiopians in Texas Assisted in Discovery of Almaz Gebremedhin
The Dallas/Forth Worth Ethiopian community hired private investigators & Illinois-based sonar search company.
History In Pictures: Ethiopia’s Emperor Haile Selassie in Bonn 60 years ago
In 1954 Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia became the first foreign head of state to visit West Germany.
‘Nightmare’ for Ethiopian Pastoralists as Foreign Investors Buy Up Land
The Guardian By David Smith Ethiopia’s policy of leasing millions of hectares of land to foreign investors is encouraging human…
New York Ebola Patient Leaves Hospital
VOA News November 11, 2014 A New York doctor who is the last known Ebola victim in the United States…
Lucy Celebrates 40th Anniversary
This month Marks the 40th anniversary of the discovery of Lucy in Ethiopia.
Body of Almaz Gebremedhin Found (Video)
The body of missing Ethiopian mom Almaz Gebremedhin has been found inside her car in a pond.
Yacob Amare: “I Want to be a Senator”
Yacob Amare, the founder of the African Cup USA, came to this country 22 years ago with his parents and three siblings.
Obama Arrives in Beijing for Summit, State Visit Amid US- China Tensions
President Barack Obama has arrived in Beijing on what is expected to be a polite but difficult three-day visit.
Africa Sets Up $28.5m Ebola Crisis Fund
BBC News Top African business leaders have established an emergency fund to help countries hit by the Ebola outbreak. A…
Zone 9 Case Sees 11th Court Delay
The International Press Institute By: Siobhan Hagan, IPI Contributor VIENNA – An Ethiopian court this week delayed proceedings for an…
The International Credit Rating Agency Fitch Affirms Ethiopia at ‘B’, Outlook Stable
Reuters (The following statement was released by the rating agency) PARIS/LONDON – Fitch Ratings has affirmed Ethiopia’s Long-term foreign and…
Young Ethiopian Professionals (YEP) 4th Anniversary Gala, November 14th in DC
YEP’s 4th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraising Gala will take place on November 14th in Washington DC
In Pictures: Amazing Photos of Ethiopia’s 5th Century ‘Church in The Sky’
The Daily Mail Online By ANDREA MAGRATH November 7th, 2014 It would certainly be a test of even the most…
The Ethiopian-Jewish-Israeli Holiday “Sigd” to be Celebrated in New York
The 5th annual NYC celebration Sigd will take place on November 14th and 16th.
Rand Bank’s Ayalenesh Tafese on Ethiopia’s Eurobond Plans (CNBC Video)
After the success of Kenya’s debut Eurobond, Ethiopia has announced plans to issue its own bond.
Sam Liccardo Elected Mayor of San Jose
In the early hours of Wednesday morning, with all precincts reporting, Liccardo had won 51 percent of the vote
Republicans, Democrats & Independents: The Ethiopian American Vote in US Election
Republican & Democratic candidates in California & Colorado endorsed by EAC and larger Ethiopian community win elections.
2014 Midterms: Running Away From Obama Is What Cost Democrats (Opinion)
The Root November 5th, 2014 The Republican Party’s takeover of the U.S. Senate in Tuesday’s midterm election is the tip…
7,550 Miles from Home, Chicago’s Ethiopians Build a Cultural Museum
Gapers Block By Danielle Elliott Some 7,550 miles separate Chicago from Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa. For the 10,000 Ethiopians living…
Marcus Samuelsson Holds Book Talk & Signing in DC – November 13th
Marcus Samuelsson will converse with Joe Yonan about his latest book, Marcus Off Duty on November 13th in Washington.
Ethiopia-Egypt Trade Deals to Ease River Nile Row
BBC News Egypt and Ethiopia have signed a series of trade agreements which could help smooth diplomatic tensions over use…
Tsehai Publishers Strives for a Better Africa and Ethiopia
The Los Angeles Loyolan By Kaitlin Perata “When you think of Africa, what are the first three things that come…
Climate-Driven Migration Increasing Disease Burden in Ethiopia
By Kagondu Njagi Gondar — When increasingly erratic weather ruined his crops of maize, wheat and barley in highland Maksegni,…
Republicans Take Control of US Senate
VOA News November 04, 2014 Republican candidates have won enough seats in Tuesday’s U.S. congressional elections to capture control of…
Republican Congressman Mike Coffman Visits Four Ethiopian Churches in Colorado
Republican Congressman Mike Coffman is hoping to attract Ethiopian American votes ahead of Tuesday’s elections .
One Month Later, Almaz Gebremedhin Still Missing in Texas
Tadias Magazine News Update Published: Monday, November 3rd, 2014 New York (TADIAS) – A month has passed since Almaz Gebremedhin,…
US Election 2014: A Record Number of African Americans Running for Office
More than 100 black candidates will be on the ballot in statewide and congressional races on Tuesday, November 4th.
2014 New York City Marathon Results
Wilson Kipsang of Kenya won the men’s title. Ethiopia’s Lelisa Desisa was second, and 2010 champ Gebre Gebremariam third.
In Pictures: Hub of Africa Fashion Week 2014
The runway show on Oct. 23 & 24th was dubbed the “Editorial Edition” and featured eleven brands from six African countries.
UK Cancels Aid to Ethiopian Police
The Telegraph By Matthew Holehouse Britain has suspended most of a £27 million aid programme to support Ethiopia’s police force,…
Election 2014: What You Need to Know About Tuesday’s Midterm US Elections
By THE NEW YORK TIMES Things to look for in Tuesday’s midterm elections: Control of the Senate: • The Republicans…
Buzunesh Deba Greets Nike NYC Runners at Queen of Sheba Restaurant
The gathering at Queen of Sheba Restaurant in Manhattan Thursday featuring Buzunesh Deba was sponsored by Nike.
U.S. Deeply Concerned by Sentence of Ethiopian Journalist Temesghen Desalegn
U.S. State Department Press Statement Jen Psaki Department Spokesperson Washington, DC – The United States is deeply concerned by the…
Don’t Let Ebola Dehumanize Africa
The New York Times | OP-ED By ANGELIQUE KIDJO A few days ago, I posted a note on Facebook about…
Ethiopia’s Impressive Regreening Program
The Guardian Fifteen years years ago the villages around Abrha Weatsbha in northern Ethiopia were on the point of being…
Spike in Eritreans Fleeing into Ethiopia
Aljazeera Over 200 Eritrean refugees are crossing the heavily fortified and dangerous border into neighbouring Ethiopia daily, the United Nations…
South Sudan Refugees in Flooded Ethiopian Camps in Gambella (Video)
Thousands of South Sudanese refugees remain stuck in flooded camps in Ethiopia.
UPDATE: Burkina Faso’s President Resigns, Army Chief Takes Over
Burkina Faso’s government has abandoned an attempt to extend presidential term limits, after protesters attacked parliament.
Wonderful Ethiopia Video From The Perennial Plate
Tadias Magazine By Tadias Staff Published: Wednesday, October 29th, 2014 New York (TADIAS) – The team behind The Perennial Plate,…
Aida Muluneh Among 40 Contemporary African Artists Taking on ‘Divine Comedy’
The exhibition is currently on display at the Savannah College of Art and Design Museum of Art.
5,000 Ebola Health Care Workers Needed In West Africa: World Health Organization
The Associated Press KAMPALA, Uganda — Authorities are having trouble figuring out how many more people are getting Ebola in…
The Next Shirt You Buy May Say ‘Made In Ethiopia.’ Here’s Why
As labor costs in the “world’s factory” continue to rise global brands are looking elsewhere to source apparel, like Ethiopia.
Abaynesh Asrat Honored with People of Distinction Humanitarian Award
Abaynesh Asrat is currently focusing on advocacy to expand the capacity of the Hamlin College of Midwives in Ethiopia.
Nun Visiting NYC From Ethiopia Missing
CBS New York NEW YORK – A nun visiting the U.S. from Ethiopia is missing, the NYPD said. Tadelech Yohanis,…
Journalist Temesghen Desalegn Sentenced to Three Years in Prison
CPJ Press release Nairobi – The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns today’s sentencing of Ethiopian journalist Temesghen Desalegn to three…
Amnesty Says Ethiopia Detains 5,000 Oromos Illegally Since 2011
Bloomberg News By William Davison Oct 27, 2014 Ethiopia’s government illegally detained at least 5,000 members of the country’s most…
Ethiopia’s South Sudan Refugees Beyond Capacity
VOA News By Marthe van der Wolf October 27, 2014 GAMBELLA — Available resources for South Sudan refugees in Ethiopia…
Spotlight: Amnesty International Comes Down Hard On Ferguson Police (Video)
Amnesty International On the Streets of America: Human Rights Abuses in Ferguson On August 9, 2014 Michael Brown, an 18-year…
In Pictures: Ethiopia at 2014 African Day Parade & Festival in Harlem
Ethiopia was highlighted at 2014 Annual African Day Parade & Festival in Harlem.
Mohammed Tahiro Interview: First Ethiopian American Candidate for U.S. Senate
Mohammed Abbajebel Tahiro is the first Ethiopian and African-born candidate vying for a U.S. Senate seat.
Meet the Tour Operator: Yohannes Zeleke
Travel Pulse By DAVID COGSWELL When you hang with somebody, when you get down, travel around, eat meals together, hike…
Ethiopia to Deploy 210 Health Workers in Ebola-Hit West Africa
Ethiopia said Friday it will deploy about 210 health professionals to Ebola-affected countries as a sign of solidarity.
Ebola Comes to New York
A doctor in Harlem, New York City who recently returned from Guinea tested positive for the Ebola virus Thursday.
Third Hub of Africa Fashion Week Underway in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Hub Of Africa Fashion Week will be held at Galani Coffee & Gallery in Addis Ababa.
When Ethiopians Joined Hands With Indians to Celebrate Diwali
The New Indian Express ADDIS ABABA: This year in Ethiopia, the celebration of Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, started…
Ethiopia’s ‘African Tiger’ Leaps Towards Middle Income
The Guardian It is now three decades since Ethiopia experienced the infamous famine that cost the lives of more than…
Man Caught After Jumping White House Fence
VOA News For the second time in a little more than a month, a man has jumped the White House…
Ethiopia, 30 Years After the 1984 Famine
The Guardian By David Smith Wednesday 22 October 2014 Addis Ababa – With an Einsteinian shock of hair and a…
International Symposium: Legacies of the Italian Occupation of Ethiopia
This symposium at NYU examines the legacies of the Italian occupation of Ethiopia as experienced by Ethiopians.
Harvard Opens New Gallery Exclusively for African & African American Art
A notable architect, David Adjaye designed the building by drawing on his roots in Ghana, influenced by the country’s forests.
14th Anniversary of Taitu Cultural and Educational Center
Taitu Cultural & Educational Center’s 14th anniversary celebration will be held in DC on Sunday, November 2nd, 2014.
Ethiopian Maids Reveal Abuse From Employers in UAE
7DAYS October 21, 2014 Two maids have spoken of the appalling abuse they claim was dished out by their employers,…
Cuba’s Impressive Role on Ebola
The New York Times | EDITORIAL By The Editorial Board Cuba is an impoverished island that remains largely cut off…
The Pivotal Role of Free Media in Building A Healthy Democracy
UN.org By SHEILA S. CORONEL Since the 17th century, the role of the press as Fourth Estate and as a…
Remembering Bowflex Inventor Dosho Tessema Shifferaw
Dosho Tessema Shifferaw, an Ethiopian American entrepreneur who invented Bowflex, a household name in gyms worldwide, was laid to rest on Saturday after he died of a brain tumor on Thursday.
Arabica in Addis Ababa: Climbing the Coffee Ladder in Ethiopia
Coffee has long played a central role in Ethiopia’s macroeconomic fortunes as the country’s largest export earner.
Ebola: Africa’s Image Takes a Hit
The Associated Press By CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA JOHANNESBURG — In the United States, some parents fearful of deadly Ebola pulled children…
Grammy–nominated Ethiopian American Singer Wayna at Lincoln Center NYC
Wayna, will promote her latest album The Expats, October 23rd at Lincoln Center.
Ethiopia’s Girmay Birhanu Gebru Wins Beijing Marathon Amid ‘Hazardous’ Smog
Girmay Birhanu Gebru of Ethiopia won the Beijing Marathon as about 30,000 runners from 55 countries competed.
In Little Ethiopia, Palliative Care Means Dignity for Ethiopian American Elders
New America Media By Julian Do, Posted: Oct 18, 2014 LOS ANGELES–Until last spring, Tesfaldey Meshesha and his wife, who…
Atlanta: In Memory of Sol Samuel, 20, Adopted From Ethiopia
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution By Elizabeth Montgomery Sol Samuel was a superstar on the soccer field and in the hearts of…
Watch: Why President Obama’s Credit Card Was Declined at a Restaurant (CNN Video)
The Root BY: LYNETTE HOLLOWAY Oct. 18 2014 When President Barack Obama’s credit card was declined at a fancy restaurant…
Bloggers Behind Bars: Zone9ers and Threats to Online Speech Across the Globe
Global Voices Online Written by Rebecca MacKinnon We want more openness, more transparency,” Ethiopian writer Endalkchew Chala told me in…
In Ethiopia, Foreign Investment is a Fancy Word for Stealing Land
Bangalore, India-based rose exporter Karuturi Global is one of the multinationals that own land for lease in Ethiopia.
Genzebe Dibaba Makes Final Shortlist for 2014 IAAF World’s Athlete of the Year
Genzebe Dibaba had an unbelievable year. The Ethiopian athlete broke three indoor world records in 2014.
Professor Mohammed Tahiro for US Senate
Tahiro2014.org Mohammed Abbajebel Tahiro was born in Ethiopia in 1964. After completing his elementary and secondary education, he enrolled at…
Ethiopia-to-Djibouti Rail to Be Complete in a Year, PM Says
Bloomberg News By William Davison An electrified rail link from Ethiopia’s capital along its main trade route to neighboring Djibouti…
UPDATE: Ethiopia Protected From Possible al-Shabab Attacks
VOA News By Marthe van der Wolf October 17, 2014 ADDIS ABABA — Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says the…
Ebola Crisis: World Health Organization Signals Help for Africa to Stop Spread
BBC News The World Health Organization is to “ramp up” efforts to prevent Ebola spreading beyond the three countries most…
Ethiopian Film Screening in New York: Jacques Faïtlovitch & The Lost Tribes
Tadias Magazine Events News Press Release New York – Centro Primo Levi and the American Sephardi Federation with the support…
Fastest Growing African Shoe-Brand ‘SoleRebels’ Launches Flagship US Store
The Ethiopian shoe brand’s first international retail space is located a Westfield Valley Fair Mall in San Jose, California.
Boom Times for Ethiopia’s Coffee Shops
BBC News By James Jeffrey Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Traditionally it takes rather a long time to be served a…
Ali Mazrui: Death of A Towering Intellectual
BBC News Mr Mazrui has been a household name in Kenya and beyond. Born in the Kenyan coastal city of…
Protest Planned Over Sentencing in Abuse of Adopted Ethiopian Children
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette By Paula Reed Ward A member of the Allegheny County Children, Youth and Families advisory board is organizing…
U.S. Embassy: No Confirmed or Suspected Cases of Ebola in Ethiopia
U.S. Embassy – Ethiopia Press release Message for U.S. Citizens: Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) Update The U.S. Embassy would like…
US Embassy Warns of al-Shabab Attack in Ethiopia
VOA News October 15, 2014 The U.S. embassy in Ethiopia is warning of a possible terrorist attack in a part…
Still No Sign of Missing Ethiopian Mom Almaz Gebremedhin in Wylie, Texas
Wylie Police asks that anyone with information should contact the department at 972-442-8171.
Authorities in Ethiopia Convict Journalist Temesghen Desalegn
CPJ October 15, 2014 Nairobi — An Ethiopian court on Monday convicted journalist and magazine owner Temesghen Desalegn in connection…
Census: Foreign-born Africans Most Educated Immigrants in the U.S.
The U.S. Census Bureau’ says compared with the overall foreign-born population, Africans have higher levels of education.
The World Health Organization: Ebola Epidemic ‘Could Lead to Failed States’
BBC News The outbreak, which has killed some 4,000 people in West Africa, has led to a “crisis for international…