In the newly unveiled 1.93 trillion birr national budget, Ethiopia stands at a decisive fiscal crossroad — not between failure and success, but between stabilization and revitalization.Finance Minister Ahmed Shide deserves, at the very least, a firm high-five for maintaining composure in one of the toughest macroeconomic balancing acts the nation has faced since its
Albert Ojwang, a 31-year-old teacher and social activist, has died in police custody under suspicious circumstances, sparking national outrage in Kenya. Albert, known for his outspoken posts on Facebook and X, had previously accused a senior police official of corruption and misconduct. Following these posts, he was arrested in western Kenya and later transferred to
According to the African Freight Council’s (AFC) 2024 report, Ethiopian Airlines has cemented its position as Africa’s cargo leader, commanding an impressive 35% market share. This achievement underscores the airline’s strategic investments in cargo infrastructure, fleet expansion, and logistics hubs—particularly its flagship cargo center in Addis Ababa, which serves as a central gateway for African
U.S. Warns Countries Against Attending UN Two-State Solution Conference The United States has issued a warning to nations planning to attend the upcoming UN Conference on a Two-State Solution, cautioning that any “anti-Israel” actions may lead to diplomatic consequences. The U.S. emphasized its firm support for Israel and signaled it will respond strongly to any
Yemeni Houthis Launch Missile Attack on Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport Yemen’s Houthi rebels launched a missile strike targeting Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport, reportedly injuring several people and briefly halting air traffic. The attack, claimed by the Houthis as retaliation for Israel’s actions in Gaza, marks a major escalation in regional tensions. Israeli officials confirmed
North Africa – The United States is actively engaging in strategic energy discussions with major corporations to deepen commercial ties in the region. In a recent statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), the U.S. Senior Adviser for Africa announced a high-level meeting with energy giant ExxonMobil. “Great to meet with ExxonMobil to discuss the transformational
Addis Ababa – Ethiopia has established a new military force capable of confronting any potential threats, whether by land or sea, announced Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, Chief of the Ethiopian Defense Forces. Speaking before the Foreign Relations and Peace Standing Committee of the House of Peoples’ Representatives, where the Ministry of Defense presented its 10-month
By HornCurrent.com Staff Writer Source: Official X (formerly Twitter) post of H.E. Workneh Gebeyehu June 11, 2025 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), H.E. Workneh Gebeyehu, held a high-level and productive meeting today with the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mohamud Ali Yousuf. The discussions
By HornCurrent.com Staff Writer Source: SRTV Somali June 11, 2025 gjiga, Somali Region — The President of the Somali Regional State, H.E. Mustafe Muhummed Omer, has chaired the regular meeting of the Regional Security Council, focusing on the overall security situation in the region. During the session, officials reviewed detailed reports on the current state
By HornCurrent.com Staff Writer June 11, 2025 Nairobi, Kenya — Kenyan President William Ruto has strongly condemned the death of Albert Ojwang, a man who died while in police custody under suspicious circumstances. The president described the incident as “heartbreaking and unacceptable” and called for a swift and transparent investigation. “This tragic occurrence, at the