Ethiopia

7th Ethiopian general election in Ethiopia: Voter surge and electoral innovations - opinion

Beyond determining electoral outcomes, the process serves as a reflection of the country’s commitment to constitutional governance, institutional strengthening, and democratic participation.

|ByTESFAYE YETAYEH
A woman walks past a large mural depicting Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Agaro, a town in the constituency where the Ethiopian leader is running for office in the June 1 general election, in Oromia region, on May 28, 2026.
STRATEGIC CHOKEPOINT: A Puntland Marine officer patrols the Bosasso coastline in the Red Sea against ISIS, in Bari Region in the Gulf of Aden, Somalia, Jan. 2025.

Will Israel stand alone for Somaliland? - opinion

If Israel truly believes Somaliland deserves a seat among the family of nations, then it cannot stop at the bilateral opening of embassies and exchange of ambassadors.

|ByMICHAEL FREUND
‘ANCIENT CONNECTIONS’: A view toward Jerusalem’s Old City during Sigd celebrations emphasizes the centuries-old ties between Ethiopia and the Jewish state – ties now expanding into diplomacy, technology, and regional cooperation.

Start-Up Ethiopia: Addis Ababa takes a page from Israel's innovation playbook

DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: Ethiopia is looking to Israel’s Start-Up Nation model as it builds its own AI sector and strengthens technological cooperation.

|ByALEX WINSTON
Dr. Shmuel Legasse sits down with The Jerusalem Post for an insightful podcast episode.

Ethiopian Jewish activist calls for unity in Israel

Dr. Shmuel Legesse, an Ethiopian Jewish writer and activist, described his life’s mission as a call to strengthen Jewish unity, defend Israel’s legitimacy, and give voice to the Ethiopian Jews.

|ByJERUSALEM POST PODCASTS

Misframing the Ethiopian crisis: A call for honest diplomacy - opinion

Comments by US Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin Massinga reinforce dangerous narratives that fuel state-sponsored aggression.

MAY 28, 2025BySHLOMO MOLLA
Ethiopian Jews mark the Sigd holiday in Jerusalem. November 28, 2024.

On This Day: Operation Solomon’s record-breaking flight and humanitarian triumph

Ethiopian Jews who escaped remember being woken up by their parents in the middle of the night and being told to pack very few items.

MAY 25, 2025ByJOANIE MARGULIES
NEW OLIM rescued from Ethiopia step out of an IAF Hercules at a base in Israel, during Operation Solomon, May 1991.

Operation Moses: Celebrating 40 years since mission to rescue Ethiopian Jews

Netanyahu swore to continue the advancement of Ethiopians in the Jewish state and to fight against discrimination and racism.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025ByMICHAEL STARR
Operation Moses: Celebrating 40 years since the mission to rescue Ethiopian Jews

Trump's executive orders are destroying American values - opinion

From targeting foreign students to attacking transgender rights, Trump's recent executive actions aren't making America great - they're dismantling the principles that made it great to begin with.

FEBRUARY 16, 2025ByALON BEN-MEIR
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump holds a signed executive order in the Oval Office. ‘Fortunately, the judiciary in this great country largely operates above the fray; several federal judges issued injunctions blocking many of Trump’s orders,’ says the writer.

Pre-military academies must serve all of Israeli society - opinion

To realize the enormous potential of pre-military programs as a platform for social change we must ensure they are accessible to everyone and that diverse groups are represented.

JANUARY 16, 2025ByDANI VALAL
THE WRITER addresses participants in Maase Center’s leadership programs during a seminar for trainees from various such programs within Israeli society. At a time when our society faces profound social challenges, we must focus on expanding the diversity movement, he maintains.

Ethiopian Amb. to 'Post': History between Ethiopia and Israel shapes relationship - interview

Diplomatic Affairs: Jerusalem Post's news editor talks with the Ethiopian ambassador about historical connections and flourishing partnerships.

JANUARY 3, 2025ByALEX WINSTON
THE ETHIOPIAN community in Israel serves as a vibrant link between the two nations. Here, the community celebrates the Sigd on the Haas Promenade in the shadow of the Old City, in November.

Israeli medical team restores sight to hundreds in Ethiopian humanitarian mission

An Israeli medical team treated nearly 1,000 patients and restored sight to hundreds during a humanitarian mission to Ethiopia's underserved communities.

JANUARY 2, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Operation Ethiopia.

Hadas Malada-Matsree: The first Ethiopian woman to be an IDF doctor

Hadas Malada-Matsree has been the recipient of many awards for her work in the health sector and her ardent social activism, especially for the Ethiopian-Israeli community.

DECEMBER 29, 2024ByLISA SAMIN
Hadas Malada-Matsree with her family.

Ethiopian wolves feed on nectar, may be first large carnivores to act as pollinators

During observations, some wolves visited as many as 30 blooms in a single trip. While most wolves only visited a few flowers, one licked 20 flowers and another licked 30.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Ethiopian wolf.

JDC is helping women in the developing world thrive

JDC brings its Jewish humanitarian values and expertise to address the challenges of endemic poverty, food insecurity, and lack of healthcare.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A graduating class of the Ubuntu Beekeeping Initiative in South Africa, one of dozens of programs in the developing world run by JDC that empower and lift up women, their families, and communities.