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In 2019, Ethiopia banned alcohol advertising on television, radio and billboards. What did this mean for broadcasters, breweries and the advertising industry? We explore the impact of the ban on marketing and media, alongside its public health implications. Read more: https://www.linkupaddis.com/article/588?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkuppremium

Whether you are a young professional looking for growth and self development, a busy startupper constantly on the look out for better ways to make sense of your surrounding, or a creative soul who enjoys consuming well-crafted stories and visuals or an outgoing soul who enjoys the vibrant event scene, LinkUp Addis has something for everyone. Just fill out this short survey to tell us what your needs are so we can serve you better. Fill the survey here: https://forms.gle/iCTjRvbRjEgRP9xT6 @linkupaddis

In this month’s LinkUp Magazine ReelUp section, we explore the movie "Sinners". ​The review dives into Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan’s fifth collaboration, Sinners, examining how the film takes a tired Hollywood vampire trope and weaponizes it to document Black history, cultural exploitation, and the horrors of the Jim Crow South. From the juke joint in Mississippi to a gripping siege on Black art and sanctuary, the feature unpacks a multilayered horror film that demands full attention. ​Tap the link below to read the full review! https://www.linkupaddis.com/magazine/linkup-november-2026?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkupaddis

"Are you insane?" We say it without thinking, tossed out in frustration or as a joke. But for those living it, insanity is not a figure of speech. It is a mind that feels like a prison, where fear can look like reality and ordinary life becomes a daily struggle that few people ever see. But what happens when that prison of the mind boils over into real life, and a patient commits a heinous crime? Who is responsible: the person, the illness, or the system that never helped them in time? In this collaborative article, writers Hasset Abebe and Kidus Yohannes attempt to analyze the medical and legal costs of mental illness. Read more: https://www.linkupaddis.com/article/587?source=telegram&utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share @linkuppremium

From Jano to Ahun, Hailu Amerga opens up about the journey that shaped him. In this month's Close Up, Hailu sits down with Kidus Yohannes for an honest conversation about growing as an artist and carving his own path. He reflects on the challenges and rewards of working with a band like Jano, the lessons he took from time spent with legends like Eyob Mekonen, and how maturity has shifted his focus from public reception to the impact his music has on the people who listen.  Click the link to watch the interview and get to know one of Ethiopia's strongest musical voices. https://www.linkupaddis.com/films/fg?source=telegram&utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share @linkuppremium

The hardest prisons to escape are the ones you cannot see. The ones built quietly, thought by thought, until you no longer know where you end and your fears begin. The Prison of the Mind, a collaborative piece by two of our writers, drops this Sunday. Visit our website to read interesting Articles: https://www.linkupaddis.com/login @linkuppremium

Whether you are a young professional looking for growth and self development, a busy startupper constantly on the look out for better ways to make sense of your surrounding, or a creative soul who enjoys consuming well-crafted stories and visuals or an outgoing soul who enjoys the vibrant event scene, LinkUp Addis has something for everyone. Just fill out this short survey to tell us what your needs are so we can serve you better. Fill the survey here: https://forms.gle/iCTjRvbRjEgRP9xT6 @linkupaddis

October had its stories, and we picked three worth revisiting. Check out these goodreads here: https://www.linkupaddis.com @linkuppremium

The November 2026 Issue of LinkUp Magazine is out. ​In this month’s LinkUp Magazine cover story, we sit down with artist and singer Hailu Amerga for an exclusive conversation on his music and creative journey. ​We also explore Olive & Bread in the EatUp section and review the movie Sinners in the ReelUp section. ​ Tap the link below to read the full issue! https://www.linkupaddis.com/magazine/linkup-november-2026?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkupaddis

The Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority (ECTA) and DHL Express Ethiopia have signed an MoU to strengthen coffee exporters’ capacity in international trade, logistics and export procedures, opening new opportunities for Ethiopian coffee businesses to compete in global markets. Read more: https://www.linkupaddis.com/article/586?source=telegram&utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share @linkuppremium

Hasab AI has been selected among 11 startups for Askya’s AI Growth Platform, chosen from over 1,250 applicants across 38 African countries. Built for local languages, Hasab is taking Ethiopian AI innovation to the pan-African stage! Read more: https://www.linkupaddis.com/article/585?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkuppremium

Whether you are a young professional looking for growth and self development, a busy startupper constantly on the look out for better ways to make sense of your surrounding, or a creative soul who enjoys consuming well-crafted stories and visuals or an outgoing soul who enjoys the vibrant event scene, LinkUp Addis has something for everyone. Just fill out this short survey to tell us what your needs are so we can serve you better. Fill the survey here: https://forms.gle/iCTjRvbRjEgRP9xT6 @linkupaddis

October had its stories, and we picked three worth revisiting. Visit our website to read more. Check out here: https://www.linkupaddis.com @linkuppremium

October had its stories, and we picked three worth revisiting. Visit our website to read more. Check out here: https://www.linkupaddis.com @linkuppremium

October had its stories and we picked three worth revisiting. Visit our website to read more. Check out here: https://www.linkupaddis.com @linkuppremium

This week on Mic’d Up, we’re sitting down with Hanne, better known on social media as Dse Yemil Amharic! We’re getting to know the person behind the name, sharing conversations, stories, and insights you won’t want to miss. Watch the full interview here: https://www.linkupaddis.com/films/hh?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkuppremium

Behind the doors of private homes, a child’s childhood can quietly disappear. Across Addis Ababa, young girls leave their families hoping to earn money and continue their education. But for some, the reality is long working hours, withheld wages, and abuse. Through Meseret’s story, we explore the hidden struggles of child maids in Ethiopia, the laws meant to protect them, and the gaps that leave them vulnerable. Read more: https://www.linkupaddis.com/article/584?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkupaddis

Addis Ababa will host the fourth Africa Private Sector Forum on Displacement from November 16 to18, bringing together business leaders, investors and policymakers to explore how private-sector investment can create jobs and expand business opportunities for displaced people across Africa. Read more: @linkuppremium

More than eight years of work, three years of posthumous production, and a voice that continues to live through music. Madingo Afework’s Ashara brings together recordings he left behind and the work of those determined to complete his final album. Read more: https://www.linkupaddis.com/article/583?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkupaddis

Dangote called it the “People’s IPO,” promising everyday Africans a chance to own a piece of one of the continent’s biggest industrial investments.But for Ethiopians, buying in now comes with a surprising condition: a minimum net worth of 10 million birr. So, how did an investment that reportedly cost around $4 to join in Nigeria become a privilege reserved for the wealthy in Ethiopia? And is this about protecting investors or keeping ordinary people out? Read More: https://www.linkupaddis.com/article/581?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkuppremium