Ethiopia

US suspending some aid to Ethiopia over disputed Nile dam

It is not clear how many millions of dollars in aid are being affected, or for how long but a congressional source said the US has decided to cut $100 million in aid.

Egypt and Sudan withdraw from dam talks with Ethiopia

The two countries are suspending tripartite negotiations with Ethiopia over its multi-billion-dollar dam on the Blue Nile for more internal consultations on a new draft of filling guidelines.

Canadian court rules refugee agreement with US violates rights

The federal court invalidated Canada's Safe Third Country Agreement with Washington barring people from seeking asylum if they arrive from US soil.

Ethiopia, Egypt, Sudan agree to resume talks over Nile River dam

Egypt and Sudan view the dam as a threat to vital water supplies, while Ethiopia considers it essential for its electrification and development.

Perils of the catwalk: African models warn of trafficking threat

While data is scant, models and anti-trafficking activists say abuse in the sector is rife for African hopefuls - due to a lack of oversight and guidance both on the continent and abroad.

Is Ethiopia bluffing or truly filling its dam on the Nile River?

Egypt and Sudan have been warning Ethiopia against filling the dam, but there are conflicting reports coming out of the country.

Ethiopia denies reports it has started filling dam

Ethiopia’s latest round of talks with Egypt and Sudan on an agreement over the dam’s operation failed early this week.

Hundreds killed, thousands arrested in Ethiopia anti-government protests

Over 3,000 people have been arrested in more than a week of protests following the killing of popular singer and activist Hachalu Hundessa, a hero to many Oromo who saw him as the voice of their marginalisation.

Over 160 killed in Ethiopia protests after pop star shot dead

Pop star Hachalu, a member of the Oromo ethnic group, Ethiopia's largest, was shot dead by unknown attackers in Addis Ababa on Monday night, fuelling ethnic tensions.

Police block mourners from Ethiopian singer Hachalu Hundessa's funeral

At least two people shot dead as soldiers opened fire on mourners in the singer's hometown Ambo as they headed to the service.

Ethiopia unrest leaves more than 80 dead

Police say 81 people were killed including three Oromia special police force members after protests sparked by assassination of popular singer Haacaaluu Hundeessaa.

Ethiopia police confirm arrest of leading opposition politician

Jawar Mohammed is a former media mogul who recently joined the opposition Oromo Federalist Congress and has a large support base in Ethiopia's Oromia region.