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25 July 2025
A New Addis Ababa Is Rising. But Who Is This Urbanization Really For?
As Ethiopia’s capital transforms into a gleaming global city, long-time residents face displacement, rising housing costs, and a fading sense of home.
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News
24 June 2025
KITFO TV Is Building a Streaming Home for Ethiopian and Eritrean Stories
Denkinesh Argaw had a vision to bridge the gap between local and diaspora creatives. Now, KITFO TV is poised to bring raw, authentic storytelling from Ethiopia and Eritrea to global audiences.
News
12 June 2025
Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied: Africa Keeps Failing Its Women and Girls
While some African nations make strides against GBV, weak implementation and political apathy leave women dangerously unprotected.
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04 June 2025
Inside the First Ever Boiler Room in Ethiopia
How the artist known as Ethiopian Records brought a bold and rooted vision to Addis Ababa's first take on the electronic music event.
Music
28 April 2025
Motherland Sounds Is LA’s Must-Attend East African Party
An event where East African culture, community, and music collide is rewriting the Ethiopian-Eritrean diaspora story in Los Angeles.
News
11 April 2025
Can Facebook Be Held Responsible for Violence in Africa? Kenya’s Courts Say Yes
Ethiopian plaintiffs take on Meta in a landmark Kenyan lawsuit that could redefine Big Tech's accountability for fueling violence in Africa.
News
07 April 2025
Africa's Slow, Steady Shift Toward Self-Reliance in the Wake of USAID Cuts
South Africa, Ethiopia, and Rwanda explore innovative funding models after losing critical healthcare support.
Film + TV
06 March 2025
‘Latey: Looking for Love’ is the Hit Ethiopian Reality Dating Show With an Unexpected Feminist Twist
What started as Ethiopia’s first ‘Bachelor’-style reality dating show has evolved into a powerful showcase of female agency, self-discovery and sisterhood.
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30 January 2025
Lady Hash is on a Quest to Transform East African Electronic Music
From YouTube tutorials to festival stages, here's how an Ethiopian psychology student became one of East Africa's most innovative DJs.
Film + TV
14 January 2025
What to Watch in East Africa This January
This month’s streaming and film guide features exciting new releases from Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Music
17 December 2024
The Best East African Songs of 2024
From bangers to ballads, these songs have defined the sound of East Africa this year.
News
11 December 2024
The Ultimate Guide to December in East Africa
As locals unwind and the diaspora returns, East Africa buzzes with energy. Here’s your guide to beaches, wildlife and city escapes this holiday season.
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