Ethiopia Sea Access

Eight years after the peace agreement between Eritrea and Ethiopia, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's rhetoric has shifted towards claims of 'sovereign access' to Eritrean territory, raising concerns about the stability of the peace established in 2018.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has won a significant parliamentary majority, but the country faces ongoing political instability and conflict. Key regions like Tigray, Amhara, and Oromia remain outside normal governance, highlighting the disconnect between electoral success

Ethiopia's foreign minister, Gedion Timothewos, presented a vision of regional cooperation at Chatham House, but his message clashed with Ethiopia's historical grievances regarding maritime access. The duality of Ethiopia's diplomatic language raises questions about its intention

Donald Trump’s comments at the G7 summit regarding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam have reignited tensions over the Nile dispute, highlighting the regional implications for Egypt and Sudan. Ethiopia's approach to the dam has raised concerns about its impact on neighboring cou

Eritrea has rejected Ethiopia's claims of its involvement in the Pretoria Agreement, asserting that the agreement was solely an Ethiopian affair. Eritrean officials accuse Ethiopia's ruling party of using propaganda to deflect from its internal issues and historical hostilities.

Before Unicode and modern language support, one Eritrean engineer achieved what many thought impossible—bringing the ancient Ge’ez script into the digital age and preserving a civilization’s written heritage.

Ethiopia’s political challenges cannot be understood without examining the historical narratives that shape public consciousness. This essay explores how national myths, identity-based ideologies, and competing interpretations of history continue to influence modern political conflicts, regional relations, and debates about sovereignty in the Horn of Africa.

Tsimdo is presented as more than a political phrase. Rooted in connection, dialogue and shared regional life, it offers a framework for peace, cooperation and dignity across the Horn of Africa.

Ethiopian state media obscures internal conflicts while promoting narratives focused on the Red Sea and Eritrea. This strategy diverts attention from pressing issues like war, displacement, and economic challenges, hindering public accountability.

The article examines Ethiopia's legal challenges regarding maritime access under international law, focusing on the implications of UNCLOS and the sovereignty of coastal states. It highlights the balance between state sovereignty and global trade routes.

Ethiopia's upcoming 2026 election is characterized as a mere coronation for the ruling Prosperity Party, with genuine opposition facing severe repression. The electoral process is marred by violence, intimidation, and a lack of legitimacy, raising questions about the future of de

Ethiopia's economic narrative faces challenges as private bondholders reject the government's debt restructuring proposal. Despite claims of growth and self-sufficiency, data reveals ongoing debt distress and reliance on imports, undermining the government's optimistic portrayal.