Ethiopia defended its right to use the Nile in a letter to the UN Security Council, rejecting Egypt’s claims that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) threatens water security. Foreign Minister Timothewos described Egypt’s stance as “hegemonic” and “colonial,” cited Ethiopia’s adherence to the 2015 Declaration of Principles, and noted support from African states. He accused Egypt of blocking negotiations and urged investment in sustainable solutions.

Five opposition parties in Ethiopia formed a coalition, Tibebir le’Ethiopia Andinet (Coalition for Ethiopian Unity). They pledged to contest future elections as a united front. The alliance includes the EPRP, All Ethiopian Unity Party, Enat Party, Ethiopia Democratic Party, and Amhara Gionawi Movement. Leaders said the coalition followed four years of negotiations.

A report by Griffith University lecturer Terefe Gebreyesus found that Ethiopia’s democratic transitions in 1991 and 2018 did not achieve stable governance. The analysis cited poverty, conflict, elite polarization, and weak political institutions as key obstacles. Griffith stated that future democratic reforms would require sustained economic growth, integration of diverse ethnic and religious groups, and political elites committed to compromise and adherence to democratic principles.

The Sidama region held a rally in Hawassa on Sept. 23, 2025, to mark the completion of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). Residents gathered at Millennium Square under the theme “We Have Succeeded in Unity”. Regional chief administrator Desta Ledamo and senior officials attended. Participants celebrated with songs and cultural programs. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated the self-funded GERD on Sept 9, 2025, after 14 years of construction.

Ethiopian President Taye Atske-Selassie received US Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos at the newly renovated National Palace in Addis Ababa on Sept. 18, 2025. They discussed bilateral issues, including trade and investment. President Taye highlighted the palace’s historic role in Africa’s diplomatic heritage and Ethiopia’s commitment to engagement with the United States.

Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie is leading a delegation at the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. The team, including State Minister of Foreign Affairs Hadera Abera, represents Ethiopia in debates under the theme “Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights.” The delegation is prioritizing Ethiopia’s national interests in plenary sessions and holding bilateral and multilateral meetings on the sidelines.

The Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) reaffirmed their readiness to defend national sovereignty during the graduation of the 26th Eagle Course officers at Hurso Training School. Officers were urged to honor their predecessors’ legacy while applying modern military skills. The army warned that external actors could exploit internal vulnerabilities and said it is developing a modern, capable force to safeguard the country’s interests.

Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh emphasized the government’s efforts to equip youth with artificial intelligence skills to boost national competitiveness. At the 2025 AI Summer Camp graduation at the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute in Addis Ababa. The two-month program trained 300 students in programming, robotics, machine learning, and natural language processing. Temesgen added that the initiative advances the Digital Ethiopia strategy and prepares students for technology-driven roles in the global economy.