Tigray launches first new general education curriculum framework in 16 years
Tigray’s Education Bureau has introduced a new general education curriculum framework, while warning that funding and textbook shortages could complicate its rollout.
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IOM report estimates 50,600 Ethiopians used Eastern Route in first quarter of 2026
An estimated 50,600 people left Ethiopia via the Eastern Route in the first three months of 2026, with an IOM report warning of shifting journeys and exploitation by smugglers.
Ethiopia’s National Dialogue Participants to Review Harmonized Proposals on August 19
About 4,000 participants are due to consider consolidated recommendations from eight working groups on August 19, the National Dialogue Commission says.
Ethiopia Repatriates 2,212 Citizens from Saudi Arabia, Ministry Says
Ethiopia brought home 2,212 citizens from Saudi Arabia on August 17, taking the total returned through the continuing operation above 94,000, the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs said.
AU and IGAD Call for Faster Delivery of Kampala Agri-Food Plan
The African Union and IGAD have urged stronger implementation of the Kampala Declaration’s 2026–2035 strategy as African institutions seek measurable progress on agri-food systems.
Ethiopia’s National Dialogue Moves Addis Ababa Proposals to Harmonisation Stage
Ethiopia’s National Dialogue Commission says participants have reached consensus across eight agenda areas, sending proposals on Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa and other federal questions to a 15-member harmonisation team.
EU report says Ethiopia’s transitional justice process has stalled
The European Union’s 2025 human rights report says Ethiopia approved a transitional justice policy and roadmap but has made insufficient progress on accountability, disarmament and other post-conflict commitments.
Gambella Malaria Pressure Tests Refugee Health Services During Rainy Season
Health services in Gambella are facing sustained malaria pressure amid seasonal rains, displacement and funding constraints, with Kule Refugee Camp reporting more than 61,000 malaria patients treated in 2025.