Despite an official ban on cryptocurrencies, Ethiopia is actively laying the groundwork for future regulatory measures by training experts to track illicit activity and strengthen anti-money laundering efforts. […]
Ethiopia Prepares for Cryptocurrency Regulation Despite Ongoing Ban
Despite an official ban on cryptocurrencies, Ethiopia’s Financial Intelligence Service (FIS) is preparing to regulate virtual currencies. This move comes amidst ongoing efforts by international partners, including the […]
Ethiopia Takes Step Towards Cryptocurrency Regulation
Ethiopia is poised to move beyond its cryptocurrency ban, enacting a regulatory framework to legalize the use of cryptocurrencies. The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has received approval […]
Ethiopian Police Raid Private News Outlet over Alleged Inciting Documentary
The Ethiopian police raided the offices of Addis Standard, a private news outlet, and the residence of one of its employees, escalating tensions and threats against press freedom. […]
Ethiopia Detains 7 Journalists Over Controversial Documentary
Seven Ethiopian journalists from the state-owned broadcaster EBS have been detained on terrorism charges following the airing of a controversial documentary about alleged sexual assault. The episode sparked […]