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Security forces kill dozens in South EthiopiaSecurity forces kill dozens in South Ethiopia

Security forces kill dozens in South Ethiopia

ESAT News (September 14, 2016) Reports reaching ESAT from Konso, Southern Ethiopia say at least 25 people were shot and…

9 years ago
“I would have regretted for the rest of my life if I didn’t make the protest gesture in Rio,” Feyisa Lilesa“I would have regretted for the rest of my life if I didn’t make the protest gesture in Rio,” Feyisa Lilesa

“I would have regretted for the rest of my life if I didn’t make the protest gesture in Rio,” Feyisa Lilesa

ESAT News (September 14, 2016) International marathon star and Ethiopia’s symbol of defiance against a brutal regime, Feyisa Lilesa, whose…

9 years ago
Congressman urges US to reconsider aid to EthiopiaCongressman urges US to reconsider aid to Ethiopia

Congressman urges US to reconsider aid to Ethiopia

ESAT News (September 13, 2016) The United States should use its leverage to ensure that the Ethiopian regime respect the…

9 years ago
ESAT launches Gofundme campaign to boost satellite serviceESAT launches Gofundme campaign to boost satellite service

ESAT launches Gofundme campaign to boost satellite service

Donate Now:  https://www.gofundme.com/27dk7a78 The Ethiopian Satellite TV and Radio is expanding its services and channels.  A truly grassroots nonprofit media…

9 years ago
Security forces beat up Ethiopian Muslims as they celebrate EidSecurity forces beat up Ethiopian Muslims as they celebrate Eid

Security forces beat up Ethiopian Muslims as they celebrate Eid

ESAT News (September 12, 2016) Security forces have beaten up Ethiopian Muslims in Gondar as they were celebrating Eid-Al-Adha on…

9 years ago
Ethiopians spend New Year’s Day mourning, prayingEthiopians spend New Year’s Day mourning, praying

Ethiopians spend New Year’s Day mourning, praying

ESAT News (September 11, 2016) The smell of yellow daisies and freshly cut grass accompanied by songs of best wishes…

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Ethiopia facing unprecedented crisis: analystEthiopia facing unprecedented crisis: analyst

Ethiopia facing unprecedented crisis: analyst

ESAT News (September 9, 2016) The veteran French journalist and analyst on Sub-Saharan Africa, Rene Lefort, said in a lengthy…

9 years ago
Regime operatives accused of arson attackRegime operatives accused of arson attack

Regime operatives accused of arson attack

ESAT News (September 9, 2016) Supporters and cadres of the Ethiopian regime have been accused of carrying out arson attack…

9 years ago
Groups say forming democratic government is ultimate goal of struggleGroups say forming democratic government is ultimate goal of struggle

Groups say forming democratic government is ultimate goal of struggle

By Engidu Woldie ESAT News (September 8, 2016) The Oromo Democratic Front (ODF) and Patriotic Ginbot 7 for Unity and…

9 years ago
Ethiopians in Europe hold up embassies in protestEthiopians in Europe hold up embassies in protest

Ethiopians in Europe hold up embassies in protest

By Engidu Woldie ESAT News (September 8, 2016) Ethiopians residing in London, Frankfurt and Stockholm took over their Embassies on…

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