r/Ethiopia

I always see posts and hear people talk about how the previous administration (TPLF/ EPRDF) is the reason as to why Ethiopia is so politically destabilized. Now, that is true, but I don’t see people holding the PP as accountable like that. I know there’s a lot of grievances from people who experienced a lot of losses in their families, etc during TPLF/EPRDF’s and I wonder if that’s the case as to why people don’t talk enough about the prosperity party the same way or similarly . I mean the prosperity party has been in power for 8 years now.

And please don’t come for me, it’s a genuine question. I am not from Tigray, I’m definitely not a supporter of TPLF or any of that sort. Because another thing, I’ve noticed is when people point out the developments that were taking place during the TPLF administration, they would get attacked for being a “TPLF sympathizer”or a “con”..

I am travelling to Bahir dar soon. Given the conflict, what are the chances I might get kidnapped for ransom by rebels?

US District Judge Brian Murphy in Boston lifted the administrative stay on Tuesday that had been blocking the Trump administration from terminating temporary protected status (TPS) for Ethiopian nationals, clearing the way for the program’s end. The ruling continues a pattern of recent court decisions permitting the administration to end TPS protections for nationals from Haiti, Somalia, Syria, and Myanmar, part of its broader immigration enforcement push, and follows a June Supreme Court ruling that allowed the administration to terminate TPS specifically for Haitian nationals.

The advocacy group African Communities Together had filed suit back in January arguing that Ethiopia remains in the midst of a humanitarian crisis, making termination of protections dangerous for those covered. The group warned in its original complaint that ending TPS would leave affected individuals facing “impossible choices: to uproot their lives yet again in search of a pathway to safety in a third country; to remain in the United States without lawful immigration status, at risk of imminent immigration confinement and removal; or to relocate to Ethiopia, a country still suffering violent conflict.” TPS itself, established under the 1952 Immigration and Nationality Act, grants work authorization and deportation protection to nationals of countries the government designates unsafe due to armed conflict, natural disaster, or other extraordinary temporary conditions.

The Department of Homeland Security responded to the ruling with a blunt public message on X, stating, “those with terminated TPS should leave NOW. If they don’t, we will DEPORT them.”

Selam everyone, I wanted to share a new feature I’ve added to HabeshaHistory.com

You can now browse nearly 2,000 Habesha manuscript paintings, illustrations, and drawings dating from the 6th to the 20th century. These works have been gathered from a range of collections and institutions, including the British Library, Princeton University, and others.

My purpose was simple, to create one accessible space where our community can explore our rich artistic past and appreciate the beautiful works created by our ancestors across the centuries, rather than having to search through and filter numerous european museum and university collections individually.

I hope this helps!

www.habeshahistory.com/manuscripts

I have heard mixed opinions on this. From a logistical perspective Mekelle seems more convenient as it is a bit closer to Danakil.

I would be flying to either of these cities on my own. How much should I expect to pay for a 3days-2nights trip if I book on site?

Its obviously counterintuitive to use the latin script and im sure they struggle to make it work lol.

The Amharic script naturally contains everything you could possibly need in Oromina so its definitely adequate.

It just seems completely vain and unnecessary to use the latin script. A detrimental statement piece.

We are planning to buy one-way tickets from Chicago to Jigjiga, Ethiopia, and our final destination is Gabiley, Somaliland. We have valid passports and plan to obtain Ethiopian e-visas before traveling. Our plan is to arrive in Jigjiga and cross the Ethiopia–Somaliland border by land the same day. My question is: Will Ethiopian Airlines require us to show a return or onward airline ticket when checking in at Chicago, even though we will be leaving Ethiopia by land and not by air? Has anyone had experience traveling this route with a one-way ticket? I would really appreciate hearing about your experience. It is cheaper to fly this way. We are four.

Hi all,
I was born in Ethiopia and came to the U.S. when I was 7 years old. My sister currently lives in Ethiopia with her husband and three children, all under the age of 8. I have been sending them money for about six years now, averaging around $700 a month.
I try to talk to them to understand how they are using the money, but there is a language barrier. I love helping them, but I feel like the money isn’t being used effectively because they always seem to run out by the end of every month. Since it's a gift, I try not to pry too much, but I don't want them to become overly dependent on it. I would really like to help them start sustaining themselves.
I'm looking for advice on what my next steps should be.

This is in the United States. So what does this mean for the hundreds of thousands of Ethiopians living in the US? Will ICE Agents start rounding up individuals and deporting them?

Hi everyone and nice to meet you.

how can i meet the Habesha Community in Vancouver, British Columbia?

I'm a visiting researcher at UBC and I'm looking for means to connect with Habesha community.

Every leads are appreciated.

Thanks

What surprised me was that before this video started circulating online recently, the events of the video actually happened ten months ago. They were jailed months ago but for only three weeks? Three weeks for assault! And now since the situation gained online attention the police are now supposedly “reinvestigating” the case,even though the commander associated with this case has said that the girls are now free until their next court hearing. Seems like all we’ve got to do is to just hope that these girls don’t harm another individual again until then!
What legal consequences do yall think that the girls might face? Seeing the video was gut wrenching by the way