Journalism Archives - Ethio Negari

16 May

Journalist Samuel Assefa Flees Ethiopia Amid Government Pressure

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Journalist Samuel Assefa has been working with Wazema Radio, Ethiopian Media Service (EMS), and other media outlets based in Ethiopia. Recently, he left the country, citing government influence as the reason for his departure. A few months ago, Samuel was arrested by the police while reporting on the demolition of 100,000 houses and the displacement of citizens in the Sheger City Administration near Addis Ababa, an action taken due to alleged illegal construction. Samuel reported that he was beaten, arrested, and harassed by the police during this incident. Though he was released on bail, he faced ongoing threats and intimidation.…

09 May

Ethiopia Denounces Western Countries’ Joint Statement as Coercive Action

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Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, spokesperson Mr. Nebyu Tedla, addressed pressing diplomatic concerns in a recent statement. Last week, 18 Western countries with diplomatic missions in Addis Ababa jointly criticized Ethiopia's treatment of journalists in light of 'World Press Freedom Day'. Among these nations were United States, European Union, Britain, Germany, Sweden, Belgium, Norway, Spain, the Netherlands, and others, urging Ethiopia to uphold freedom of expression rights. The joint statement highlighted concerns journalists in Ethiopia face threats and imprisonment for carrying out their work. In response, Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs characterized the collective statement by Western nations as a…

04 May

Ethiopia Refutes Western Criticism on Press Freedom

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Ethiopia government staunchly denies recent allegations made by Western nations regarding its handling of press freedom. Following a joint statement by 18 Western countries based in Addis Ababa on 'World Press Freedom Day', Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) rejected the criticism, asserting its commitment to upholding freedom of expression. Among the countries issuing the statement were United States, European Union, Britain, Germany, Sweden, Belgium, Norway, Spain, the Netherlands and others, who collectively called for the respect of press freedom in Ethiopia. They highlighted concerns over the reported threats and imprisonment of journalists within the country. MoFA, in response, emphasized…

23 Feb

Journalists Unite for Peace Journalism Amidst Global Instability

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On 17thFebruary, the international peace organization, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), hosted an online event with approximately 160 media persons from 49 countries in attendance. This year, HWPL International Workshop on Peace Journalism marked the publication of its 2nd journal, ‘Peace Journalism Studies’, produced in cooperation with 9 journalists worldwide. With the theme of “Media Perspective on Conflict Resolution,” this event aimed to sharing the ideas of peace journalism, bringing out collective voice of international network of media for peace, and suggesting future action plans to appeal to people in globe to have peace in their minds.…

05 Dec

CPJ Urges Ethiopia to Free Journalist Belay Manaye

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Ethio News journalist Balay Manaye was arrested on November 13, 2023 by security forces from his office in Arat Kilo, Addis Ababa. In a report released by the CPJ, an organization advocating for journalists' rights, it has been three weeks since the journalist was arrested and he has not yet been brought to court. Mutoki Mumo, the representative of CPJ in sub-Saharan Africa, stated that journalists in Ethiopia have been hindered in their ability to work freely. The CPJ has called on the Ethiopian authorities to immediately and unconditionally release journalist Belay Manaye from prison. Furthermore, the CPJ has urged…

01 Nov

European Union stands against crimes on Journalism

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Ahead of the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists on 2 November, and in the year that marks the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration on Human Rights, High Representative Josep Borrell and Vice-President Věra Jourová issued a statement. “In these difficult times, marred by wars, conflict, and terrorist acts, we recall and praise the essential role played by journalists and media workers in fighting for the truth and human rights. Journalists contribute to countering disinformation and hate speech and keeping checks and balances on governments and public institutions. They shed light on war crimes and human rights…

11 Sep

Police arrest Journalist Yehualashet Zerihun

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One of the founding members of Tirita FM, journalist Yehualashet Zerihun arrested by Federal police. His wife confirmed that federal police officers took him from his house around lunchtime. She added that Yehualashet was arrested by Federal Police members from his home in Baldaras Condominium at noon today and taken to the temporary detention center. The wife went to the place where he was arrested and asked and was informed that he did not know why he was arrested and was not questioned. Federal police didn’t disclose why journalist Yehualashed Zerihun have been arrested. Before he joined the newly established…

19 May

Radio/Podcasting Production Trainer

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Consultancy to deliver training on radio production and podcasting Call for Application Job Title: Consultancy to deliver training on radio production and podcasting Type of Contract: Individual Contract Required number of candidates: 1 Language Required: English and Amharic Deadline for Application: May 29, 2023 Expected Starting Date: June 02, 2023 Tailor made trainings matter! Do you want to contribute to the betterment of journalism in Ethiopian media and boost your skills as a trainer? Studies conducted by Mersa Media Institute (MMI) in partnership with DW Akademie indicated significant gaps in competency and skills in the media workforce and unmet demand…

03 May

Ethiopia’s Media freedom is “under serious attack”- Survey

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According to a survey by amnesty international and southern African Media institute, 29 journalists were arrested in Ethiopia in 2022. The two institutions announced that, the freedom of the press has faced a "serious attack" in Ethiopia. In East and Southern African countries where authorities want to suppress press freedom. The institutions also stated that attacks on journalists are increasing. The two institutions released their survey on world press freedom day. The survey conducted in 10 African countries, including Ethiopia, highlighting the media freedom and attacks on journalists. In this survey, Ethiopia has been mentioned as a country that with…

14 Apr

Ethiopia keeps arresting journalists

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Ethiopian Mass media Professionals Association has issued a statement regarding the arrest of journalists. According to the association, it believes that when mass media professionals make mistakes, they should be questioned in accordance with the law and the rule of law should be respected. However, "after the reform" in Ethiopia, the association had high hopes for ensuring the freedom of the media, but the context in which professionals work is getting narrower and journalists are being harassed by government's security forces. The founder and executive member of the Association of Media Professionals and the head of the association's public relations…