Ethiopia

Nobel Prize-Winning Ethiopian PM Known For Unpredictable Working Style

World News | Reuters | Friday October 11, 2019

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, winner of the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for ending 20 years of hostility with neighbouring Eritrea, can arouse strong reactions at home.

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali, 43, Wins Nobel Peace Prize

World News | Agence France-Presse | Friday October 11, 2019

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, hailed as a visionary and reformer, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for his efforts to resolve the long-running conflict with neighbouring foe Eritrea.

In Ethiopia, Beat-Up Volkswagen Beetles Get 21st-Century Upgrade

World News | Agence France-Presse | Monday September 16, 2019

There is a growing number of young Ethiopian drivers giving the Beetle -- which has long occupied a hallowed position in the nation's car culture -- a 21st-century upgrade.

In Landmark Discovery, Skull Of Ancient Human Ancestor Unearthed

World News | Reuters | Wednesday August 28, 2019

Scientists on Wednesday announced the landmark discovery in Ethiopia of a nearly complete skull of an early human ancestor that lived 3.8 million years ago, a species boasting an intriguing mixture of apelike and humanlike characteristics.

Ethiopian Army Chief, Regional President Killed In "Hit Squad" Attack

World News | Agence France-Presse | Sunday June 23, 2019

Ethiopia's army chief and the president of a key region have been shot dead in a wave of violence highlighting the political instability in the country as Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed tries to push through reforms.

Ethiopia's Army Chief Shot Dead After Failed Coup Attempt

World News | Reuters | Sunday June 23, 2019

Ethiopia's chief of staff and at least three other senior officials have been killed during a coup attempt by an army general in the northern state of Amhara, state television said on Sunday.

Travel Advisory For Indians In Ethiopia In Wake Of Attacks On Expatriates

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday June 21, 2019

In the wake of attacks on expatriates in Ethiopia, India has issued an advisory for its nationals travelling to that country asking them to be vigilant and observe necessary precautions for their safety.

'Will Call You When I Land,' Texted Indian Ethiopia Crash Victim

Indians Abroad | Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 22, 2019

An Indian newly-wed who died in the Nairobi-bound Ethiopian Airlines plane crash had texted her husband she would call him on landing, local media reported Tuesday.

Husband Killed In Ethiopian Air Crash, Woman Sues Boeing For $276 Million

World News | Reuters | Wednesday May 22, 2019

A French woman whose husband was killed in the March crash of a Boeing 737 MAX airliner in Ethiopia has filed a U.S. lawsuit against the planemaker seeking at least $276 million in damages, her lawyer said on Tuesday.

Cannes Done, Priyanka Chopra Goes To Ethiopia As UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador

Entertainment | Tuesday May 21, 2019

"UNICEF's efforts... are focused on getting every child in school and that every child completes school," wrote Priyanka

Ethiopia PM Hosts $173,000-A-Seat Fundraising Dinner To Beautify Capital

World News | Agence France-Presse | Tuesday May 21, 2019

More than 200 people paid an eye-watering $173,000 (150,000 euros) to attend a dinner thrown by Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, to raise funds to beautify the capital Addis Ababa, state media reported Monday.

Boeing Says Will Take "Any And All'' Safety Steps After Ethiopia Crash

World News | Agence France-Presse | Friday April 5, 2019

Boeing on Thursday said it would take "any and all" necessary safety measures to ensure the airworthiness of its jets following last month's deadly crash in Ethiopia.

Ethiopia To Release Report On Air Crash That Killed 157

World News | Agence France-Presse | Monday April 1, 2019

A preliminary report into the crash of a Boeing 737 Max in which 157 people died will be ready on Monday, the Ethiopian foreign ministry said.

Boeing MCAS Anti-Stall System Was Activated In Ethiopia Crash: Source

World News | Agence France-Presse | Friday March 29, 2019

Boeing's MCAS anti-stall system, which was implicated in the October crash of a 737 MAX 8 in Indonesia, was also activated shortly before a recent accident in Ethiopia, a source with knowledge of the investigation said Friday.

Investigators Say Anti-Stall System Activated In Ethiopian Crash: Report

World News | Reuters | Friday March 29, 2019

Investigators looking into a Boeing 737 MAX crash in Ethiopia that killed 157 people have reached a preliminary conclusion that an anti-stall system was activated before the plane hit the ground, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, citing people briefed on the matter.