Addis Ababa, November 15, 2025 (FMC) — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has congratulated Ethiopia on securing the bid to host the 32nd Conference of the Parties (COP32) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2027.

In a statement issued today, the AU Commission chairperson said the endorsement and selection of Ethiopia reflects both Africa’s united commitment to climate action and Ethiopia’s leadership in advancing sustainable development and green growth at continental and global levels.

He stated that Ethiopia’s climate-oriented initiatives, including large-scale reforestation and the Green Legacy Programme, have positioned the country as a driving force in Africa’s climate diplomacy and climate-resilient development efforts.

Addis Ababa, November 14, 2025 (FMC) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has expressed profound appreciation for Africa’s unified backing of Ethiopia’s bid to host the 2027 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP32), saying the continent “spoke with one voice” during the ongoing COP30 summit in Belém, Brazil.

It is noteworthy that Ethiopia has been tapped to host the global climate conference following broad support from African countries and wider endorsement at COP30, where formal confirmation of Addis Ababa as the 2027 host nation is expected.

In a message shared on his official social media pages, the prime minister thanked the African Group of Negotiators for their unanimous endorsement, describing the decision as a clear demonstration of continental solidarity and global confidence in Ethiopia’s climate leadership.

Addis Ababa, November 13, 2025 (FMC) – Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gedion Timothewos, addressed the Foreign Policy Forum co-hosted by Horn Review and Addis Ababa University today, engaging members of the international community, civil society organizations, and the media in a detailed discussion on Ethiopia’s foreign policy and the evolving dynamics in the Horn of Africa.

A central focus of the forum was the state of relations between Ethiopia and Eritrea.

In his address, Minister Gedion outlined Ethiopia’s foreign policy priorities, emphasizing the country’s steadfast commitment to promoting peace, stability, and regional cooperation. He highlighted Ethiopia’s vision for regional economic integration, rooted in the shared development potential and common destiny of the peoples of the Horn, stressing that dialogue and mutual understanding among neighboring nations are essential to addressing shared challenges and advancing sustainable growth.

Addis Ababa, November 10, 2025 (FMC) – Ethiopia has reaffirmed its commitment to sharing its successful experience in wheat development with countries across Eastern Africa, emphasizing the role of policy, research, and farmer participation in driving agricultural transformation.

The pledge was made during the 19th Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Meeting of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for Eastern Africa, held in Addis Ababa under the theme “Strengthening Partnerships and Investment for Accelerated Agrifood System Transformation and Climate Resilience in the Eastern Africa Subregion.”

Addis Ababa, November 10, 2025 (FMC) — The Sixth African Land Policy Conference (CLPA2025) officially commenced today at the United Nations Conference Centre in Addis Ababa, bringing together policymakers, researchers, civil society representatives, and traditional authorities to discuss land governance, justice, and reparations for Africans and descendants of the African diaspora.

Organized jointly by the African Union Commission (AUC), the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), the four-day hybrid conference is focusing on advancing sustainable land management policies and addressing the legacy of colonial land dispossession that continues to affect access and ownership across the continent.

Addis Ababa, November 7, 2025 (FMC) — Scholars have emphasized that Ethiopia’s pursuit of direct access to the Red Sea should be addressed through peaceful dialogue and the principle of mutual benefit, underscoring the country’s legitimate historical and geographical ties to the sea.

Political Science and International Relations scholar Prof. Brook Hailu told Fana Media Corporation that Ethiopia, a nation with a long maritime history, should not be deprived of its natural access to the sea due to developments of the past three decades.

He recalled that Ethiopian vessels once operated freely across regional trade routes, affirming that reclaiming access to the Red Sea is both a historical right and a national necessity.

Addis Ababa, November 6, 2025 (FMC) — The Pan African Surgical Healthcare Forum opened in Addis Ababa yesterday, bringing together health experts, educators, and policymakers from across the continent to explore sustainable pathways for advancing surgical healthcare in Africa.

Held under the theme “From National Surgical Healthcare Policy to Practice — Expanding Africa’s Multidisciplinary Surgical Workforce: What Works in Africa?”, the three-day forum focuses on innovations, financing, and strategic partnerships to build a robust and equitable surgical workforce.

Dr. Elubabor Buno, Lead Executive Officer for Medical Services at Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health, said that integrating advanced technologies and research into healthcare systems is key to improving service delivery and patient outcomes across the continent.

Addis Ababa, November 1, 2025 (FMC) – Ethiopia is committed to the equitable and sustainable management of its transboundary rivers, Minister of Water and Energy Habtamu Itefa said during the closing session of the Ethiopian Water and Energy Week.

The week-long event, held at the Science Museum from October 27 under the theme “Water and Clean Energy for Sustainable Development,” highlighted the nation’s achievements, identified areas for improvement, and outlined future priorities for managing the country’s water resources.

In his address, Minister Habtamu emphasized that Ethiopia’s firm stance on transboundary rivers reflects a dedication to fairness, regional cooperation, and responsible resource management, ensuring that water resources benefit both current and future generations.

Addis Ababa, October 26, 2025 (FMC) — The Eleventh Tana Forum, held over the past three days in Bahir Dar and Addis Ababa, concluded today with a strong call to transform ideas, commitments, and policy pathways into concrete actions and measurable results.

Convened under the theme *“Africa in an Evolving Global Order,”* the Forum served as a high-level platform for dialogue on the peace and security challenges confronting the continent, while reaffirming Africa’s agency in shaping global transitions.

In her closing remarks, former President of Malawi and Tana Forum Board Member Joyce Banda emphasized the importance of sustaining a uniquely African space for dialogue and collective action on peace and security. She described the 2025 session as timely and relevant, bringing together leaders and experts to deliberate on Africa’s position in a changing international landscape.

Addis Ababa, October 25, 2025 (FMC) — African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Mohammed Ali Youssouf has underscored that unity and solidarity among African nations remain indispensable to shield the continent from emerging vulnerabilities in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Speaking at the opening of the 11th Tana Forum in Addis Ababa, which brought together senior officials, diplomats, special envoys, and invited guests, the AUC Chairperson called for translating reflections into concrete and sustained actions that make a real difference in people’s lives.

“Reflections that are not grounded in action remain volatile,” Youssouf noted, emphasizing that the greatest challenge confronting Africa today is moving from theoretical discourse to consistent implementation capable of transforming the continent.

Addis Ababa, October 24, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) emphasized that the eleventh Tana Forum provides a key opportunity to reaffirm the country’s significant role in promoting peace and security across Africa.

Ambassador Nebiat Getachew, MFA Spokesperson, told FMC that the forum remains a crucial continental platform, enabling dialogue, discussion, and the exchange of ideas aimed at addressing Africa’s peace and security challenges through collective, homegrown solutions.

The three-day forum, running from October 24 to 26, 2025, opened in Bahir Dar and will continue in Addis Ababa under the theme “Africa in an Evolving Global Ord . . . . .er.” It brought together Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos, Amhara Regional State Chief Administrator Arega Kebede, and

Addis Ababa, October 24, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia and Mozambique have agreed to deepen their longstanding military cooperation, reaffirming their historical ties and shared security interests.

Ethiopia’s Minister of Defense, Ms. Aisha Mohamed, held official talks with her Mozambican counterpart, Major General Cristóvão Artur Chume, at her office in Addis Ababa.

During the discussions, Minister Aisha highlighted the countries’ enduring historical and military relationship and expressed Ethiopia’s interest in expanding collaboration across various areas of military engagement in the future.

Addis Ababa, October 7, 2025 (FMC) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has hailed the launch of the pan-African media platform “Pulse of Africa” as a pivotal milestone in reshaping the global narrative about Africa and strengthening the continent’s voice in international media.

The Prime Minister attended the official launch of the platform this morning, marking the realization of a vision he first articulated in 2022 during the 35th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly, where he called for the creation of a continental media institution that reflects Africa’s perspectives and narratives.

In a statement on his official social media page, the Prime Minister said the new platform marks “an important step toward countering negative media representations of Africa and asserting our agency in shaping our own narratives.”

Addis Ababa, October 7, 2025 (FMC) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed attended the launch of the pan-African media outlet Pulse of Africa (POA) this morning.

The establishment of the platform follows the Prime Minister’s call in 2022 during the 35th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly for the creation of a continental media institution that reflects Africa’s perspectives and narratives, his office stated in a social media post today.

Pulse of Africa aims to serve as a unifying platform that promotes African voices, fosters regional integration, and highlights the continent’s achievements, challenges, and aspirations from an African viewpoint.

Addis Ababa, October 2, 2025 (FMC) — Africa’s wealthiest businessman, Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote, today praised Ethiopia’s investment climate, economic reforms, and industrial potential as he addressed the groundbreaking ceremony of a $3 billion urea fertilizer plant in Gode, Somali Region, developed in partnership with Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH).

Earlier today, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed laid the foundation stone for the plant, marking a historic milestone in Ethiopia’s industrial and agricultural development. The event highlighted the government’s commitment to expanding fertilizer production, supporting regional food security, and fostering industrial growth.

Addis Ababa, October 2, 2025 (FMC) – Africa must urgently harness digital technologies to drive the transformation of its food systems and ensure food sovereignty, Ethiopia’s State Minister of Planning and Development Seyoum Mekonnen said on Thursday.

Addressing the opening of the first-ever Pan-African Convening on the Future of Biodigital Technologies in Food and Agriculture in Addis Ababa, Seyoum underscored the need for a fundamental shift in how African nations approach food security.

Despite possessing more than 60 percent of the world’s uncultivated arable land, the continent remains a net food importer, he said, stressing that the convergence of biological and digital innovations marks a paradigm shift in nourishing African nations.

Addis Ababa, September 27, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia’s Minister of Innovation and Technology, Belete Molla, has described the China–Africa partnership as “not merely transactional, but transformational,” highlighting its role in reshaping futures and redefining global development narratives.

His remarks came during the China–Africa Innovation Cooperation Day held in Addis Ababa on Friday, where science, technology, and innovation (STI) were spotlighted as the bridge for advancing a shared future between the two sides.

The gathering brought together more than 200 participants, including diplomats, experts, and entrepreneurs from over 10 African nations, China, and international organizations. Organized under the frameworks of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) . . . .

Addis Ababa, September 24, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia and Kenya have renewed their Defence Cooperation Agreement (DCA), marking the second such pact between the two nations in 62 years, following the first agreement concluded on December 12, 1963, the year Kenya gained independence.

The agreement was signed in Addis Ababa by Field Marshal Berhanu Jula, Chief of Staff of the Ethiopian National Defence Forces (ENDF), and Lieutenant General Charles Muriu Kahariri, Chief of Defence Staff of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), after high-level bilateral talks at the General Directorate of Defence.

The DCA establishes a structured framework for more efficient, effective, and timely collaboration on strategic tasks. It also focuses on enhancing interoperability, advancing joint training, and strengthening mechanisms for rapid intelligence sharing, reflecting the growing trust and deepening ties between the two nations.

Addis Ababa, September 25, 2025 (FMC) — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, presented a comprehensive strategy to bolster Africa’s peace and security during a briefing to the AU Peace and Security Council on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) in New York.

Youssouf expressed appreciation to Angolan President João Lourenço for convening the high-level meeting on “Re-energizing Conflict Prevention & Resolution in Africa,” noting that the theme reflects the continent’s collective responsibility in maintaining peace.

Highlighting the current security landscape, the AU Chairperson described persistent conflicts, rising inter-state tensions, and a troubling surge in violent extremism across Africa. He also raised concerns over shrinking resources for crisis management and a weakening of international solidarity.

Addis Ababa, September 19, 2025 (FMC) – Ethiopia is set to establish East Africa’s largest National Integrated Rehabilitation Center, a milestone initiative aimed at consolidating and advancing the country’s health infrastructure.

Minister of Health Dr. Mekdes Daba inaugurated the construction of the center at Gefersa, Sheger City, during a ceremony attended by senior government officials and leading medical practitioners.

In her remarks, Dr. Mekdes highlighted that the new rehabilitation center will serve as a benchmark for Ethiopia’s healthcare sector, transforming the nation’s current rehabilitation services into a continental center of excellence. Ethiopia’s existing rehabilitation facilities have been operating for over 40 years, and the new project aims to position the country as Africa’s leading provider of care for people with health challenges.

Addis Ababa, September 17, 2025 (FMC) – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has praised Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) as a transformative project for the Horn of Africa, highlighting its role in regional development and energy integration.

In a recent interview with Saudi media Al Arabiya, he said the dam, under construction for over a decade, is primarily designed to generate electricity and will strengthen growth in Ethiopia and neighboring countries. “Electricity is essential for any development process. From this perspective, the GERD is a success,” he said.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud noted that Ethiopia already exports power to Kenya, Sudan, and Djibouti, and described the project as both a national achievement and a shared opportunity for the region.

Addis Ababa, September 10, 2025 (FMC) – The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), a philanthropic initiative originating from the Rockefeller Foundation, is leading efforts to provide electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030 through its Mission 300 initiative, according to Enas Abdella Abdulmalik, GEAPP’s country lead for Ethiopia.

GEAPP focuses on accelerating energy access, deploying renewable energy, and creating economic opportunities through partnerships with governments, multilateral institutions, and private investors.

In an exclusive interview with FMC, Enas said Mission 300 is a collaborative effort involving the African Development Bank, the World Bank, the Rockefeller Foundation, and other partners to tackle Africa’s energy access challenges. She highlighted the Tanzanian Declaration, endorsed by nearly 30 African heads of state earlier this year, as a demonstration of continental commitment.

Addis Ababa, September 8, 2025 (FMC) — This morning, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed opened the Second African Climate Summit in Addis Ababa, emphasizing Africa’s role as a continent of climate solutions rather than a victim of the climate crisis.

He highlighted Ethiopia’s flagship initiatives as examples of sustainable development, including the Green Legacy tree-planting campaign, climate-smart agriculture programs, and the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). These projects demonstrate the country’s commitment to environmental restoration, food security, and renewable energy.

The Prime Minister called for a shift from climate aid to climate investment and proposed an African Climate Innovation Compact, designed to deliver 1,000 African-led solutions by 2030. He stressed Africa’s potential to lead globally in renewable energy, food security, and ecosystem restoration.

Addis Ababa, September 8, 2025 (FMC) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced Ethiopia’s candidacy to host the 32nd United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP32) in 2027, calling for Africa to become the continent where global climate goals are realized.

Speaking at the Second Africa Climate Summit in Addis Ababa, the Prime Minister said Africa must be the place “where the world sees climate goals achieved; where reforestation is not a pilot project but a culture; where climate-smart agriculture feeds millions, and where green corridors connect cities and rural areas in a shared economy of life.”