Lethal drones are a new menace to Africa
Ethiopia is at the forefront of a military trend in Africa that sees armed drones becoming an increasingly sought-after military option across the continent.
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Can Ethiopia finally cut its Gordian knot?
Following a stunning reversal of fortunes for government forces, can we now expect to see concrete moves towards a ceasefire and negotiations in Ethiopia? James Jeffery reports.
We must stop Ethiopia tearing itself apart
Africa cannot sit on its hands and let this great and ancient nation tear itself to pieces while we fiddle with protocols, says New African editor Anver Versi.
Ethiopia – only African solutions can resolve crisis
Lasting solutions to the conflict in Ethiopia’s northern region of Tigray will only come from African initiatives, say Kenya’s Ambassador Macharia Kamau and Ambassador Martin Kimani.
Review: Unbury Our Dead With Song by Mukoma Wa Ngugi
This novel by Kenyan poet, author and literary scholar Mukoma Wa Ngugi is the perfect balance between an appealing story, characters you like beyond their flaws and a feast of learning. Review by Gail Collins.
Ethiopia’s elections paper over the cracks in democracy
Ethiopia’s parliamentary elections are now scheduled for 21 June, but no matter who wins, fundamental issues that hold Ethiopia back will remain unresolved, writes James Jeffrey.