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Ethiopia: Four political parties form an umbrella movement
ESAT News (October, 28, 2016) Four political parties announced that they have formed an umbrella organization called the Ethiopian National Movement. The four parties that formed the Movement are the Oromo Democratic Front (ODF), Patriotic Ginbot 7 Movement for Unity and Democracy (PG7), the Afar People’s Party and the Sidama People’s Democratic Movement. Leaders of the four parties will sign ...
Read More »MP urges Canada to call on Ethiopian regime respect human rights
ESAT News (October 28, 2016) A member of the House of Commons of Canada urged his government to monitor the crises in Ethiopia with concern and ensure human rights are protected in the east African country. “While there is a lot that’s unknown at this point regarding what is happening in Ethiopia, Canada should monitor the situation with concern,” Alexander ...
Read More »Reeyot Alemu receives her 2012 courage in journalism award
ESAT News (October 28, 2016) Ethiopian journalist Reeyot Alemu received her 2012 courage in journalism award at a ceremony in New York on Wednesday. Every year, the International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) recognizes journalists for their extraordinary bravery, strength of character and pioneering spirit. Reeyot was not able to receive her award in 2012 as she was imprisoned by the ...
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