Category: Community

Oct 29
Remarkable Irish nun who spent decades caring for Ethiopian famine victims laid to rest in London

The funeral has taken place for an Irish missionary nun who spent years working in Ethiopia at the height of the famine.

Oct 29
Ethiopian-Born Woman Reports Harassment at West Virginia Gym

Samrawit Hailu, a naturalized U.S. citizen originally from Ethiopia, refused to stay quiet about a harassment incident at her gym in Martinsburg, West Virginia.

Oct 29
Habitat for Humanity Recognizes 44 Volunteers from 21 Countries

Habitat for Humanity International recognized 44 volunteers from 21 countries for their leadership, service, and innovation in strengthening communities.

Oct 29
Community provides free meals in the wake of Spokane-area fires

Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Cuisine in Spokane prepared free meals for people evacuated from the devastating Old Trails and other fires in the area.

Oct 29
Ethiopian Embassy Residence in Ottawa at Centre of Heritage Designation Dispute

A nearly century-old property used as an Ethiopian embassy residence in Ottawa is the focus of a heritage designation dispute, with a committee set to consider a staff report.

Oct 29
Community rallies around Rosemount Ethiopian Orthodox Church after fire

A congregation in the south metro is leaning on faith and each other after a devastating fire left their church building heavily damaged.

Oct 29
Diaspora Professionals Launch New Mentorship Network

The initiative will connect students and young professionals with experienced mentors working in technology, finance, healthcare, and business.