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06Aug

Ayele Addis Ambelu

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Ayele Addis Ambelu is an award-winning journalist, investigative reporter, and digital rights advocate with over five years of experience in public interest journalism. He works with Africa News Channel and Ethiopian Mass Media Action (EMMA NEWS), producing in-depth stories on digital
governance, human rights, technology, and environmental justice. Ayele’s reporting focuses on the impact of digital public infrastructure—such as digital ID systems, open data, and internet access—on marginalized communities in Ethiopia and across Africa. He holds an MA in Media and
Communication and has published over 100 investigative pieces spanning radio, online, and academic platforms. As a media literacy trainer and program editor, Ayele also mentors emerging journalists on fact-checking, digital safety, and AI in the newsroom. His work has been recognised by the Nile Media Awards, the Festove investigative Media Award in Switzerland, the African Continental Re media award in South Africa, and WHO Africa. He is passionate about using journalism to expose inequality and drive inclusive digital transformation.

Articles published include,

A Digital Promise With Unequal Outcomes

What is the digital ID that is supposed to be issued to all legal residents of Ethiopia?

Challenges and solutions of the Digital Ethiopia 2025 journey

Digital Ethiopia or Digital Mirage? Who Pays When E-Government Fails

Audio Recordings

By Ayele Addis Ambelu

06Aug

Naima Arabow

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Naima Arabow is a Mogadishu based journalist with over seven years of professional experience in reporting and documentary production. Her work focuses on humanitarian issues, particularly those affecting marginalised and vulnerable communities in conflict-affected areas. Naima has produced in-depth stories that shed light on topics such as displacement, gender inequality, access to healthcare and education, and the impact of insecurity on civilians. She has worked with local and international media outlets, and collaborated with civil society actors to document stories that drive awareness and change. Through compelling storytelling, she not only informs but also inspires dialogue, empathy, and action especially in fragile contexts like Somalia.

06Aug

Sofia Ali

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Sofia Ali is an award-winning multimedia journalist with over 17 years of experience in the industry. She has built a dynamic career at the intersection of media, economics, and audience engagement delivering insightful business news and economic analysis across TV, print, radio, and digital platforms. Her expertise spans content development, strategic communication, crisis management, and audience engagement. She has led editorial teams, anchored influential business shows, and developed robust business news coverage. She currently serves as the Senior Business Reporter and Presenter at The Standard Group, working across television, The Standard newspaper, its digital platforms, and hosting business programs on radio.

06Aug

Samuel Abate

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Samuel Abate has six years of experience in journalism and currently works at Ethio Negari. He has previously worked with various media institutions, including the Ethiopian News Agency, Ethio FM 107.8 Radio, and Al-AIN News.

Over the course of his career, Samuel has produced numerous news reports and related content focused on digital infrastructure, innovation, and technology. He is particularly interested in specialising in technology and innovation, as these areas are essential for enhancing transparency, minimising corruption, and improving service delivery. He holds an MA in Journalism and Communication from Addis Ababa University.

Article published by Samuel

National Bank Orders Banks to Link Customer Accounts With National ID

Study Reveals Gaps in DPI Coverage Across East Africa

Ethiopia Expands National Digital ID to 70 Million Citizens

Ethiopia Sets 75% Digital Payments Target by 2030

Ethiopia to Hold Digitally Supported General Election in June 2026

Ethiopia Unveils “Digital Ethiopia 2030” Strategy

06Aug

Kampire Nadine Temba

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Kampire Nadine Temba, DR Congo |

Kampire Nadine Temba is a feminist, lawyer and journalist. She is also the co-founder and the coordinator at Afia-Amani Grands-Lacs, a community based online media outlet that focuses on content pertaining to health, peace, and natural disaster management. The media outlet also pushes back against misinformation, disinformation, and hate speech online in the Great Lakes region. Before founding Afia-Amani Grands-Lacs, she served as media consultant for various regional and international organisations such as Internews which have been operating in Eastern DRC.

She is a 2023 CIPESA Fellow on Disinformation and has a particular interest in human rights and digital rights with a special focus on freedom of expression, internet governance, regulation and policy, as well as digital transformation.

Articles published by Nadine

La République du cash : pourquoi la RDC résiste encore à la révolution du mobile money

Passeport biométrique Congolais: un bijou technologique pris en otage par la corruption et le favoritisme

RDCongo: le mirage de l’identité numérique, entre naufrage administratif et impératif de souveraineté

Le Mur Invisible : Comment le Numérique Francophone Exclut la Majorité Congolaise

Le numérique, ce nouveau mur qui sépare la RDC

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