War in Gaza sparks surge in maritime attacks
Given as much as 90% of international trade is transported across oceans, maritime safety is critical. Thirty years…
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Zambia, US sign agreement to prevent human trafficking
Today, U.S. Embassy Zambia’s Chargé d’Affaires Linnisa Wahid and Minister of Home Affairs the Honorable Jack Mwiimbu signed…
Cyber incidents disrupt hospitality, tourism
Cyber incidents have emerged as the top risk faced by the hospitality, leisure, and tourism sector in 2024,…
Three trends set to drive cyber attacks in 2024
By Scott Sayce – Ransomware attacks saw a sharp increase once again over the past year. AI and…
New report highlights global cybersecurity challenges
A new World Economic Forum report released today provides a snapshot of the multifaceted challenges facing the global…
Ethiopia achieves outstanding routing security – report
Ethiopia’s Internet providers are implementing best current practices to safeguard the country’s Internet infrastructure from emerging threats, according…
AfDB urges Ethiopia to release its ‘illegally arrested’ staff
The African Development Bank (AfDB) urges the Government of Ethiopia to release its two illegally detained staff members.
Ethiopia jails 3,000 for illegal money circulation
Two days after the Government of Ethiopia declared a state of emergency in Amhara region, the National Information…
African Development Bank rolls out new whistleblowing policy
The African Development Bank Group has launched a six-month campaign to sensitize its internal and external stakeholders on…
Ethiopia customs seizes 168 million Birr contraband goods
Ethiopian Customs Commission said it has seized contraband goods worth over 168.6 million Birr within one week period.
Amnesty sued Facebook for fuelling ethnic violence in Ethiopia
Meta formerly known as Facebook must reform its business practices to ensure Facebook’s algorithms do not amplify hatred…
Ethiopian customs seizes 170 million Birr contraband goods
Ethiopian Customs Commission seized worth 170 million Birr contraband goods within one weeks from illegal traders.
Ethiopian police seize 97 kilograms cocaine
Ethiopian airport customs in Addis Ababa today seized 97.48 kilograms cocaine worth 773 million Birr (around $14.6 million).
Ethiopia caught Chinese involved in gold smuggling
The Ministry of Mines of Ethiopia said foreign nationals mainly Chinese were found involved in smuggling of gold…
Zimbabwe’s disappearing gold: The case of Mazowe, Penhalonga
By Simiso Mlevu– Illicit financial flows (IFFs) in the artisanal mining sector in Zimbabwe are responsible for leakages…
Ethiopian Customs seizes 156 million Birr smuggled goods
Ethiopian Customs commission said within just one week period it has seized worth 156 million Birr contraband goods…
Africa advised to stamp out witchcraft accusations against children
Witchcraft accusations and ritual attacks against African children are hidden and ignored, yet are one of the most…
Donkey named most trafficked animal in the world
The Donkey Sanctuary has today launched a new animated awareness film highlighting the plight of the world’s donkeys…
Africa renews efforts to stamp out violence against children
Senior government officials and civil society leaders from over 30 African countries met on Wednesday in an effort…
Report reveals donkeys skin online trade by organized criminals
The size and scale of the illegal online donkey skin trade has been revealed for the first time,…
Ethiopian police captures Nigerians with 42 kg cocaine
The Federal Police of Ethiopia today captured three Nigerian citizen with 42 kilograms of narcotic drug known as,…
Ethiopia customs seizes 67 million Birr contraband goods
Customs Commission of Ethiopia said within one week period it has captured worth 67.5 million Birr contraband goods…
Ethiopian customs seize 104 million Birr contraband goods
Within one week period Ethiopian Customs Commission (ECC) has seized worth 104.6 million Birr contraband goods from illegal…
Ethiopia Customs seize 2 kg gold at Bole Airport
Customs Commission of Ethiopia said it has seized 2 kilograms of gold from a passenger arriving from South…
U.S. expresses concern about atrocities in Ethiopia by TPLF
The United States Department expresses its grave concern in relation to the reports of atrocities, including sexual violence,…
Ethiopia arrests two Cameroonians for printing money
The Federal Police of Ethiopia has arrested two Cameroonians one male and a female who were found printing…
Tana Forum focuses on transnational organized crimes in Africa
The Tana Forum Roundtable discussion held as a sideline event at the 58th Munich Security Conference in Germany…
Ethiopia customs seized 64 million Birr illegal goods
The Custom Commission of Ethiopia said it has seized contraband goods worth 64.7 million Birr in a week…
Amnesty accuses rebel in Ethiopia for rape, murder
Tigrayan forces (Tigray peoples Liberation Front – TPLF) murder, rape and pillage in attacks on civilians in Amhara…
Ethiopia, Kenya police set to launch joint operations
The police forces of Ethiopia, and National Police Service of Kenya are set to launch joint operations against…