By Habtamu Abrdew Beture HOSANNA, Ethiopia  – Religious and government leaders convened in Hosanna on February 11 for the 6th National Peace Conference Organized by the Inter-Religious Council of Ethiopia (IRCE),   under a singular, urgent banner: fostering national unity and shielding the next generation from the corrosive effects of digital misinformation. The conference serves as a critical junction for the country’s diverse spiritual pillars to address the modern threats

By Habtamu Abrdew Beture HAWASSA, Ethiopia  – In a profound demonstration of communal faith, the Apostolic Vicariate of Hawassa concluded two major three-day spiritual conferences on Sunday, February 8, 2026. The twin gatherings, hosted at the Arosa and Bensa Daye MedhaneAlem parishes, drew thousands of faithful for a weekend of prayer, liturgical song, and Apostolic teaching. The occasions were graced by the presence of His Excellency Bishop Merhakristos, the Vicar Apostolic

By Habtamu Abrdew Beture YABELLO, Ethiopia  — In a significant step toward fostering stability and social cohesion, a multi-stakeholder Peace Forum successfully concluded today, February 7, 2026 at the Pastoralist Technical and Vocational Training College in Yabello. The event was organized by the Spiritan Community Service in Ethiopia (SCORE)  Borana Office, under the umbrella of the Borana Integrated Community Development Project (BICDP Phase-2) and the Multi-Actor Partners

By Habtamu Abrdew Beture MEKELLE, ETHIOPIA — As the shadow of conflict continues to loom over the Tigray region, religious and civil society leaders have issued a poignant, renewed plea for an immediate cessation of internal hostilities. Echoing the Gospel call to be "peacemakers" (Matthew 5:9), these institutions are demanding that dialogue replace the "fratricidal killing" that threatens to undo a fragile recovery. Despite signs of stabilization in Southern Tigray, reports

By Habtamu Abrdew Beture BAHIR DAR, Ethiopia  – In a vibrant display of faith and resilience, the Catholic Diocese of Bahir Dar-Dessie celebrated its 10th anniversary on Sunday, February 1, 2026 (Tahsas 24, 2018 E.C.). The milestone event served as both a reflection on a decade of growth and a powerful call for ecumenical solidarity amidst regional challenges. His Eminence Cardinal Berhaneyesus Souraphiel , who presided over the liturgical celebrations, commended the faithful