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Zekarias Mesfin

Illegal migrant from Ethiopia turns perilous journey into film

Zekarias plays himself in the film, re-enacting his journey across Africa to show viewers just how hazardous it can be.

16 Nov 2017 8:56 PM GMT

At least 50 people were killed in the ensuing stampede, according to government figures. (Photo: AFP)

Ethiopians gather for religious festival marred by bloodshed

At least 50 people were killed in the ensuing stampede, according to government figures.

30 Sep 2017 8:12 AM GMT

Gun and kids, Ethiopia

Passing faces

Shiju Basheer's penchant for portraits documents the life of people across the globe.

10 Nov 2018 10:31 PM GMT

The March 10 incident became the second instance that the Boeing 737 MAX jet was involved in a crash within a span of five months. (Photo: ANI)

Ethiopia releases preliminary report into Boeing 737 MAX crash

Ethiopian Minister Dagmawit Moges said that the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft was in good condition before take-off.

4 April 2019 10:08 AM GMT

On Sunday, the feared paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) deployed in pick-up trucks mounted with machineguns in several squares in Khartoum, an AFP correspondent who toured parts of the capital said. (Photo: AFP)

Troops deploy as Sudan braces for mass protest

The new protest, comes at a time when Ethiopia and African Union (AU) are jointly mediating between protesters and...

30 Jun 2019 11:31 AM GMT

Security forces stand guard in Meskel Square in central Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Sunday. Ethiopias government foiled a coup attempt in a region north of the capital and the countrys military chief was shot dead. (Photo: AP)

Coup attempt thwarted, military chief killed in Ethiopia

The failed coup in the Amhara region was led by a high-ranking military officer and others within the military said PM...

25 Jun 2019 10:10 AM GMT

Officials insist that what became the worlds biggest internal displacement crisis in 2018 is under control, and that more than a million people have returned to their homes. However those working on the ground, speaking anonymously to avoid a government backlash, say the displaced are being forcibly returned. (Photo: Twitter | @@UNHCREthiopia)

Rising misery as Ethiopia struggles to stem ethnic tensions

Clashes led to the world's largest displacement crisis, with over a million mostly ethnic Gedeos displaced, according to...

10 Jun 2019 5:52 AM GMT

Homosexuality is hated as well as being illegal in Ethiopia. (Photo: AFP)

Ethiopia to ban gay tourists from ancient religious sites

Ethiopian churches oppose gay travel company's tour plans.

4 Jun 2019 6:16 AM GMT

eople gather for a candlelight vigil in memory of musician and activist Hachalu Hundessa at the Oromo Community of Minnesota building on June 30, 2020 in St Paul, Minnesota. (AFP)

50 dead in Ethiopia protests over death of popular singer

The dead included protesters and members of the security forces, and some businesses had also been set on fire

1 July 2020 10:00 AM GMT

High blood pressure is the leading risk factor for stroke and heart disease, and kills around 7.5 million people worldwide every year. (Representational image)

In 40 years, 100 per cent global rise in number of BP patients

Significantly, the report published in the Lancet found that men had higher blood pressure than women in most world...

15 Nov 2016 10:00 PM GMT

The capsules that were found stuffed with cocaine; Khiangte Lalthlamuani, the accused.

Women caught with cocaine worth Rs 17.1 crore

The woman is a professional carrier, and she had been in the business since past few years, sources said.

3 April 2017 7:40 PM GMT