Ethiopian Air Force says it is expanding domestic maintenance and drone production
The Ethiopian Air Force says a multi-year technology drive has expanded local aircraft maintenance, spare-parts manufacturing and unmanned-aircraft production.
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Ethiopian survey finds public perception of corruption has worsened
More than 60 percent of respondents to Ethiopia’s fourth National Corruption Perception Survey said corruption had worsened over the previous five years, according to findings published by the Federal Anti-Corruption Commission.
CPJ condemns actions against Addis Standard and calls for them to end
The Committee to Protect Journalists has condemned what it called an escalating campaign against Addis Standard following the detention and alleged assault of its editor-in-chief and a raid on the newsroom.
New terminal opens at Bahir Dar’s international airport
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated a new terminal at Bahir Dar Dejazmach Belay Zeleke International Airport on August 6, according to Fana Broadcasting Corporate.
Addis Standard editor released after detention as publisher reports newsroom raid
Addis Standard editor-in-chief Yonas Kedir has been released after being detained on August 1, while publisher Jakenn Publishing says security personnel raided its Addis Ababa office and removed newsroom equipment.
Amnesty Warns Civilians at Risk as Fighting Resumes in Tigray
Amnesty International says renewed fighting in Tigray puts civilians at risk and has called for civilian protection and restored investigative mechanisms.
WHO and University of Gondar Sign Two-Year Health Financing Research Agreement
The WHO country office and the University of Gondar have agreed to collaborate through 2027 on health financing research, capacity-building and evidence-based policymaking.
Tigray Executive Council Announces Reintegration Plan for Members of Armed Groups
Tigray’s regional executive council says it will create a peaceful-return path for Tigrayans who joined armed groups, while reviewing a regional revenue-mobilisation campaign.