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Amhara Fano National Force

Newly Formed Amhara Fano National Force Faces Internal Rift

Amhara Fano National Force (AFNF) today issued a statement announcing key organizational decisions. However, one major faction in AFNF immediately distanced itself from the statement. Around 2 years ago, Fano militias launched an armed resistance… 

Ethiopia Fuel

15% VAT on Fuel Sales to be Imposed in Ethiopia

The government of Ethiopia intends to impose 15% value added tax (VAT) on fuel sales. The government made this announcement in the draft budget submitted to the House of People’s Representatives. The government plans to… 

Ethiopian Media

Ethiopian Govt to Tax Foreign Digital Media Creators

Ethiopian Government is considering imposition of tax on non residents who distribute digital media content while being in Ethiopia. A draft income tax amendment bill has been tabled at the Ethiopian House of People’s Representatives… 

Ethiopian Politicians

Ethiopian Opposition Politicians Meet Virtually

Ethiopian opposition politicians on Saturday held an unprecedented virtual discussion. The discussion was aimed at forming a broad political alliance against the ruling Prosperity Party. Next General Election is expected to be held in mid… 

Taye Dendea

Ethiopian Politician Taye Dendea Arrested Again

Ethiopian Politician Taye Dendea has been arrested again. He has been arrested twice in the last 18 months. Taye Dandea is a senior leader of ruling Prosperity Party. He is from the Oromia region. He… 

Keria Ibrahim

Keria Ibrahim Joins Solidarity Party of Getachew Reda

Keria Ibrahim has joined newly formed Solidarity Party. The party is led by Getahew Reda, State Minister and Advisor to Prime Minister on East Africa Affairs. Both Keria Ibrahim and Getachew Reda were expelled from…