Ethiopia Names Fitsum Assefa as New Finance Minister

Ethiopia has appointed Fitsum Assefa as its new Finance Minister as Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed begins a new five-year term and reshapes his government following the country’s latest parliamentary elections. Fitsum, who previously served as Minister of Planning and Development, moves into the finance portfolio at a critical moment for Ethiopia as the government continues […]

Abiy Ahmed Sworn In for Second Term as Ethiopia’s Prime Minister

New Five-Year Mandate Begins Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been sworn in for a second five-year term, formally beginning a new phase of his leadership following the country’s latest parliamentary elections. Abiy took the oath of office on October 5, 2026, during the inaugural session of Ethiopia’s newly elected House of Peoples’ Representatives. Parliament […]