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Ethiopia’s parliament approved on Tuesday the government’s decision to lift a six-month state of emergency two months earlier than planned.

PM Abyi’s recent hint of visa free entry to Ethiopia by all Africans has sparked a lively online conversation on the topic.

Ethiopian vocalist Etenesh Wassié is building a successful career in Europe singing azmari songs. Her second album Yene Alem is out in June.

AIUSA ‘s upcoming conference on Human Rights in Ethiopia will be held in NYC on June 8th featuring recently released activists.

The palace was built 100 years ago by King Menelik II and this year, Ethiopian government will make it a tourist site.

The latest talks came after a round of negotiations last week in Cairo failed. More high-level talks are set for July 3 in Cairo.

Ethiopian Airlines will launch flight to Manchester, England this year, adding a second U.K. destination before Britain quits EU.

2018 Champion of Change Abaynesh Asrat says “if we have understanding, we can build peace.”

PM Abiy Ahmed has made unprecedented outreach to opposition parties for peaceful dialogue & visited cities across the nation.

Ethiopia will take a stake in the Port of Djibouti, its main gateway for trade, under a deal reached between the two countries.

Leaders of the two Koreas have agreed to end the Korean War, 65 years after hostilities ceased, in a joint announcement Friday.

The ongoing national tour by PM Abiy is parts of his plan to send messages of unity to the public across the country.

Gates-Cambridge scholar, Samuel Kebede, will use his new scholarship for an MPhil degree in Public Health.

The resolution calls on U.S. government to base its future partnership with Ethiopia on its commitment to human rights.

200th Birthday of Emperor Tewodros II is scheduled to be celebrated in Gondar, Debre Tabor and Addis Ababa with events held this week.

Abiy Ahmed takes office on a wave of goodwill. The Economist observes that even in Addis Ababa there is optimism.

Ethiopia officially asked for restitution of the country’s looted treasures in 2007, but was rejected.

Amsale Aberra, Founder of the bridal and fashion design house, AMSALE, has passed away. Amsale was 64 years old.

Gelila Bekele, is an Ethiopian model, activist, filmmaker and self-proclaimed “village girl”

Young and outspoken Abiy Ahmed has been sworn in Monday as Ethiopia’s prime minister,

The youngest speaker at the March in DC made one of the biggest splashes with an eloquent speech.

Ethiopian photographer Aida Muluneh’s body painting pictures will stop you in your tracks.

H. RES. 128 calls on the U.S. to stand by the people of Ethiopia and their peaceful efforts to increase the democratic space.

Mulatu Astatke will be taking a break from his extensive 2018 Euro tour to play at the 19th Cape Town International Jazz Festival in South Africa.

The Arts Division of EDGIC Fine Art is highlighting Fikru Gebre Mariam’s work this week as their “STOP Times UP” feature.

So what was the point of it all? Couldn’t he have just stayed home and sent Africa an email?

At their coffee shop in the former Il Capo di Capitol Hill space, the owners (Samuel & Hanna) bring traditions from home to D.C.

Trump on Tuesday said he had replaced U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson with Central Intelligence Agency Director Mike Pompeo.

Yetnebersh will receive the Award on May 2nd, 2018 in New York.

The Emahoy Tsege Mariam Music Foundation announced that her the album is limited edition of only a few hundred copies.

At just 23-years-old, British-Ethiopian singer-songwriter Isobel Beardshaw (Izzy Bizu) is making waves in the online music world.

The major focus of Tillerson’s trip to Ethiopia was on counterterrorism, security alliances, trade, investment, and China.

On Tillerson’s trip to several African nations this week he will encourage building and strengthening democratic institutions.

In honor of women’s history month YEP is hosting a power hour on Thursday, March 22 at Marriott Marquis in D.C.

Indrias G. Kassaye’s new film, “Breathe in the Roots” screens at the 14th New African Film Festival in Silver Spring, MD on March 9th.

The timeless victory of Adwa showed that African struggles could end colonization. It inspired others to fight for their freedom.

Addis Ababa is one of three African cities highlighted by Forbes as the best international holiday destinations in 2018.

The historical photographs collected by Vintage Addis Ababa show how Ethiopians persevere during very difficult times.

Reports from Ethiopia indicate that Merera Gudina and Bekele Gerba are among a group detained by federal security in Nekemt.

When Hailu Mergia releases his album “Lala Belu” on Friday, it will be his first collection of new music in two decades.

The crisis in Ethiopia has suddenly gained momentum and reached a tipping point. Things could go either way.

The MSF fellowship was established two years ago and focuses on improving the rights of Ethiopian girls and women.

The U.S. said the state of emergency erodes confidence in “recent positive steps toward creating a more inclusive political space.

A national state of emergency has been declared in Ethiopia just one day after the resignation of PM Hailemariam Desalegn.

Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn said he is resigning in order to help with democratic reforms in Ethiopia.

The Committee to Protect Journalists welcomes news that Eskinder Nega and Woubshet Taye are free after nearly 7 years.

As a young man living in Addis Ababa during the swinging 60s, Hailu Mergia, who now resides in DC, was a superstar.

Set in Ethiopia and Australia the romantic drama is about love, culture, and ultimately, finding comfort within each other.

The Abba Garima manuscripts are among the very oldest illustrated Christian texts in the world.

Eskinder Nega and Andualem Arage are among 746 prisoners that the Ethiopian government announced have been pardoned.

Jano band launched their second album on February 1st, 2018. Music In Africa catches up with the band’s lead vocalists Dibekulu Tafesse.

Ayalew Mesfin’s first vinyl compilation, Hasabe (My Worries), was released last month.

Ethiopian Airlines is commencing flights from Addis Ababa to Chicago on June 9th, 2018.

Dukem is home to Ethiopia’s first industrial park and some of the country’s most fertile land.

The Weeknd has won Best Urban Contemporary Album at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards

Zekarias Tamrat is set to be become first President of Marathon International Bank, which aims to serve Ethiopian Americans.

Addis Gezehagn’s paintings will be featured in a solo exhibition at Addis Fine Art Gallery in Addis Ababa, Jan 30th to Mar 31st, 2018.

Ethiopian-American Yonas-Beshawred’s company StackShare recently closed $5.2 million in venture capital.

The videos aim to highlight the importance of tolerance in diversity.

“Ethiopian history is so rich and its role in the black liberation movement and around the world goes without saying.” — SEED

Stanford is one of the top universities in America and the world’s leading teaching institution.

In current issue of Time magazine Marcus Samuelsson writes a reflection on what the future of food looks like.

In wake of PM Hailemariam’s announcement, the question remains will he follow through on the promise?

Some wondered exactly whom the prime minister intended to release.

Abel Tilahun’s upcoming exhibition, Vital Signs, will open at the American University Museum in D.C. on Jan. 27th, 2018 .

National Geographic lists Harar city, a UNESCO heritage site, as top place to visit in 2018.

Bethlehem Alemu’s entrepreneurial energy epitomizes the fearless spirit of Ethiopia’s new generation.

California resident Menbere Aklilu, or Memby, says she saw Messy Negussie’s harrowing story on Facebook.

Lemn launched the scholarships in Addis Ababa last week alongside Dr Alula Pankhurst of Addis Ababa University.

Meklit captures the way culture and beats evolve as people move across regions and continents.

Ethiopian artists featured in the 2nd Annual Addis Video Art Festival include Mulugeta Gebrekidan, Martha Haile, Helina Metaferia and Yacob Bizuneh.

Robert Thompson who lived in Ethiopia from 1944 to 1958 served as vice-Minster of Education.

“My art considers the object as a social indicator, a ‘sign bearer,'” says Nahosenay in his artist statement.

The Mayor has been a close ally of the City’s Ethiopian community and in the past four years.

Tefere Gebre, a native of Ethiopia, is an Executive Vice-President of the AFL-CIO, a position Gebre has held for the past five years.

Aida Muluneh to give ‘Photography in Ethiopia’ talk on Dec. 27 about her career and goal to change the global view of Africa.

22-year-old Akinahom Zergaw, who is a management and fashion design student from Addis Ababa, is representing Ethiopia in the 2017 Miss Universe pageant.

Gebisa Ejeta received the four-year grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Journal and Courier reported.

50 years after Haile Selassie’s state visit to Canada, his grandson, Prince Ermias, is retracing his steps with visit to the country.

Jomo’s African themed furniture particularly celebrates ancient Ethiopia as well as Kenya while creating elegant household items.

The Ethiopian-born musician is a nominee in 2 categories: Best Female Artist Inspirational Music & Best Female Artist East Africa.

Ethiopian-American Samuel Gebru shares why he is running for City Council in Cambridge, Massachusetts,

“It will be a gathering place for activities including Ethiopian cultural dance class, poetry reading and more,” says owner Abdi Abujebel.

Tefere Gebre begins his second term as executive vice president. He is the first immigrant and black man elected to the post.

This year’s Hub of Africa Fashion Week took place in Addis Ababa on October 6th and 7th, 2017.

“The collection’s designs are inspired by the practice of the North’s traditional weaving and the South’s intricate body painting.”

Founded by Ethiopian American publisher Elias Wondimu, TSEHAI is the only black owned press housed in a U.S. university.

The killer is out of reach because he boarded a flight to Ethi­o­pia.

Aurora’s newest radio station has been broadcasting for less than a month. It is the only Ethiopian-American FM station in America.

Tadias Magazine By Tadias Staff October 8th, 2017 New York (TADIAS) — Philipos Mengistu, owner of the popular NYC restaurant…

Kelela’s highly anticipated first studio album, Take Me Apart, was released on Friday, October 6th by Warp Records. She spoke to Newsweek.

Debo Band has launched its 2017 tour of the United Kingdom and European Union countries.

Hub of Africa Fashion Week 2017 will be held at Addis Ababa Exhibition Centre from October 5th to 8th.