The African Union successfully facilitated a peace agreement in November 2022 between the Ethiopian government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), aimed at ending the extensive violence of the Tigray conflict. Throughout the brutal Tigray war, widespread allegations of atrocities emerged against all fighting factions, with Eritrean troops being implicated in some of the gravest offenses. Additionally, Abiy detailed the military’s actions in Tigray, stating that allied forces, including Eritrean troops, engaged in widespread looting, property destruction, and demolition of homes in cities such as Adwa, Aksum, Adigrat, and Shire. He specified that during the height of the conflict, he had made several attempts to persuade Eritrean officials to cease the ongoing killings and destruction. The toll of the Tigray war has been staggering, with an African Union envoy estimating that approximately 600,000 individuals lost their lives throughout the two-year conflict.

Dashen Bank ESG integration is emerging as a defining pillar in Ethiopia’s banking sector, shaping how financial institutions manage risk, allocate capital, and support long-term economic resilience. Risk management and capital disciplineDashen Bank ESG integration places emphasis on understanding non-financial risks that can affect asset quality. Governance and institutional credibilityStrong governance remains a central pillar of Dashen Bank ESG integration. In this context, Dashen Bank ESG integration reflects a structural evolution rather than a temporary initiative. The post Dashen Bank advances ESG integration in Ethiopian banking appeared first on FurtherAfrica.

Production is underway in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Canadian production company Gobez Media’s 1970s-set thriller Mehal Sefari, with production scheduled to wrap on February 13. Ethiopian filmmaker Abraham Gezahagne directs Mehal Sefari and the cast includes Girum Zenebe, Abebe Balcha, and Tsedey Fantahun from Ethiopia, alongside Ethiopian-Canadian actor Araya Mengesha. The producing team includes Gezahagne, Harry Flöter, Sander Verdonk, and Ingrid Lill Høgtun. “Mehal Sefari combines the gravity of historical reflection with the suspense of a psychological thriller to create a film that feels both urgent and timeless,” Gezahagne said. Its films include 2024 Tribeca and Sheffield DocFest selection Made In Ethiopia and 2024 Cannes Critics’ Week short selection Alazar.

Rebecca MooreSpecial to the Aberdeen NewsFeb. 6, 2026, 2:00 a.m. CTAberdeen has a number of chain coffee shops, but local shops offer something different. Dunn Brothers, with headquarters in Minneapolis, and the newest chain to join the Aberdeen climate, Rare Earth Coffee, headquartered in Clovis, California. Aberdeen has a few other budding coffee shops currently offering new and exciting alternatives to your caffeine routine. Rare Earth CoffeeThis newly opened coffee shop is a franchise based out of California, where their roastery is located. Dakota Sunrise CoffeeThis is not a coffee shop but a local roaster in the Aberdeen area.

Egypt, which lies downstream in the Nile Basin, views the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam as an existential threat, warning of risks to Nile water security and regional stability. Ethiopia’s flagship project, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), launched in 2011, has been a source of prolonged friction among Nile Basin countries. The GERD is located on the Blue Nile, one of the tributaries of the world’s second-longest river, the Nile. The Pan-African body managed to reach a regional nonbinding agreement on the filling of the dam, but Ethiopia did not recognize it. Assessment of dams’ failure and flood wave hazards on the downstream countries: A case study of the grand ethiopian Renaissance dam (GERD).

The disaster occurred on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the Luwowo mining site, in the Matanda grouping, Luundje locality, in the Gasasa agglomeration. Occupied since April 2024 by the M23 rebels, supported by Rwanda, the Kinshasa authorities have placed the area under red status. In its statement, the government stressed that it classified the Rubaya mining area as ‘red.’ It added, “This classification prohibits all mining and marketing activities involving mineral substances, including artisanal mining. Three days after a landslide at the Luwowo mining site, artisanal miners resumed operations at other mining sites in the area due to widespread poverty. Keywords: DRC, Congo, mine, Rubaya, mining, human rights, Congolese, M23, rebels, mineral war, peace, conflict, conflict resolution

India’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Anil Kumar Rai, praised Ethiopia’s participation in the Surajkund Mela and highlighted its importance in fostering bilateral relations. He said, “The Surajkund International Crafts Mela is acting as a cultural bridge between India and Ethiopia. The participation of Ethiopian artists and artisans strengthens the historical connections and shared cultural heritage between the two countries. Ethiopia’s active participation in the Surajkund Mela is seen as a significant step in strengthening people-to-people connections and promoting cultural diplomacy between the two nations. The Surajkund International Crafts Mela is widely regarded as a vital platform for promoting Indian culture, handicrafts, and global cultural exchange.

The course begins at Dubai Police Academy in Al Sufouh before navigating through Umm Suqeim Road toward Dubai Investment Park. Cyclists will then tackle sections including Al Qudra Cycle Track, Dubai Sports City, and Meydan Racecourse before concluding at the university campus.

By RIO YAMATThirty-one families that lost relatives in two fatal crashes of Boeing 737 Max jetliners asked a federal appeals court on Thursday to revive a criminal case against the aircraft manufacturer. Boeing attorney Paul Clement said Thursday that more than 60 families of crash victims “affirmatively supported” the deal and dozens more did not oppose it. “Boeing deeply regrets” the tragic crashes, Clement said, and “has taken extraordinary steps to improve its internal processes and has paid substantial compensation” to the victims’ families. However, federal prosecutors determined in 2024 that Boeing had violated the agreement, and the company agreed to plead guilty to the charge. The case centered around a software system that Boeing developed for the 737 Max, which airlines began flying in 2017.

After failing in recent years to convince the Oregon Legislature to extend food benefits to tens of thousands of immigrants, an anti-hunger coalition is narrowing its scope this year to addressing coming cuts to federal food aid. Oregonians made more than 2.9 million visits to food pantries last year, a 50% increase from 2023, according to the Oregon Food Bank. “This is not about charity,” Oregon Food Bank President Andrea Williams said. Matt Newell-Ching, senior public policy manager at the Oregon Food Bank, said advocates were “heartbroken” to give up on the goal of food aid for all, regardless of immigration status, during this legislative session. Families he works with are losing an average of $400 per month in food benefits and many are forced to choose between rent and groceries.

Gridworks, a British government-owned investor focused on Africa’s electricity networks, has signed agreements to develop and invest in electricity transmission projects in Ethiopia valued at around USD 400 million. The agreements were signed on Monday during a visit to Ethiopia by British Foreign Minister Yvette Cooper. The two transmission projects represent Ethiopia’s first public private partnership investments in the country’s transmission network, as the government continues to introduce reforms aimed at attracting private sector participation in the state dominated economy. Ethiopia’s Finance Minister Ahmed Shide said the projects would improve the reliability of power supply and contribute to industrial growth. In addition, the UK said it would provide up to GBP 17.5 million (USD 23.91 million) in technical assistance through a program aimed at strengthening Ethiopia’s public investment and asset management systems.

EXCLUSIVE: Production is underway in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Canadian production company Gobez Media’s 1970s-set thriller Mehal Sefari, with production scheduled to wrap on February 13. Ethiopian filmmaker Abraham Gezahagne directs Mehal Sefari and the cast includes Girum Zenebe, Abebe Balcha, and Tsedey Fantahun from Ethiopia, alongside Ethiopian-Canadian actor Araya Mengesha. The producing team includes Gezahagne, Harry Flöter, Sander Verdonk, and Ingrid Lill Høgtun. “Mehal Sefari combines the gravity of historical reflection with the suspense of a psychological thriller to create a film that feels both urgent and timeless,” Gezahagne said. Its films include 2024 Tribeca and Sheffield DocFest selection Made In Ethiopia and 2024 Cannes Critics’ Week short selection Alazar.

× Expand Grab a snack and settle in for the latest edition of Food News. (Photo by Eileen Mellon)Community SpiritAs ICE activity escalates, Richmond’s food and beverage businesses are refusing to stay neutral. (Richmond magazine)Hot, Hot, Hot: With chunks of winter precipitation continuing to melt and temps still lingering in the teens at night, I’m all about those hot, ice-free beverages at the moment. (Richmond BizSense)The other day when driving I spotted a sign for a newly opened “noodle house” — interest piqued. Chef Maria Oseguera and husband Michael have introduced their latest restaurant, the Latin-influenced Centro, located at 15408 Westchester Commons Way in Midlothian.

Pope Leo XIV on Thursday called on Christians to remove prejudices and “disarm” their hearts in order to strengthen bonds of unity in Christ and advance the cause of Christian communion. The pope made the appeal while receiving priests and monks from the Oriental Orthodox Churches who are participating in a study visit to Rome organized by the Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity. Quoting his prayer, the pope said: “I am disarmed of the need to be right, to justify myself by judging others,” by waging “the hardest war, the war against myself.”“When we remove the prejudices we carry within ourselves and disarm our hearts, we grow in charity, work more closely together, and strengthen our bonds of unity in Christ,” the pope said. This story was first published by ACI Prensa, the Spanish-language sister service of EWTN News. It has been translated and adapted by EWTN News English.

The Bay Area is home to a rich tapestry of restaurants and other food-based enterprises owned by Black chefs and entrepreneurs. During Black History Month, we present a list of Black-owned food businesses in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, sorted by geographic area. Let us know via the comment field at the end of the article and we’ll add them to the list. lilliemaesbbq.comLunch Box: 1876 W. San Carlos St., San Jose, 408-287-3511Luv’s Brownies: San Jose-based dessert truck at farmers market, parties, events; luvsbrownies.comMudai Ethiopian Restaurant: 503 W. San Carlos St., San Jose, 408-292-2282Nirvana Soul Coffee: 315 S. First St. and 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose; and 19700 Vallco Parkway, Cupertino; nirvanasoulcoffee.comNita Bee’s Specialty Bakery: Pickup, delivery and shipping from South Bay bakery. 408-246-4570; nitabees.comSandi’s Cobbler Cup Catering: Based in the South Bay; sandiscatering.comShark Boy Fish and Chips: 1100 N. First St., San Jose; sharkboyfishandchips.comWalia Ethiopian Cuisine: 2208 Business Circle, San Jose, waliaethiopian.comZeni Ethiopian Restaurant: 1320 Saratoga Ave., San Jose, zeniethiopianrestaurant.com[bloom type=”interactive” height=”300″]Did we miss the restaurant you own or your favorite Black-owned restaurant?