Ethiopian Jews
Netanyahu condemns racism against Ethiopians, decries Zalka murder at state memorial ceremony
During his speech, Netanyahu said he had called for the "full weight of the law" to be brought against the murderers of Yemanu Zalka, promising to continue to fight against violence.
Ahead of Jerusalem Day 2026: Leaders across Israeli society came together to shape a shared future
Israel cannot demand unity while governing inequality - opinion
Why Black Jews must be part of the global conversation on Israel - opinion
Sigd celebrations bring thousands of Ethiopian Israelis to Jerusalem
Sigd is a time to honor the memory of the thousands of Ethiopian Jews who died on the way to Israel.
'We are only one link in the chain': MK Moshe Solomon speaks on unity in Israel before Sigd
“My message from the Sigd is that we must break free from the mindset of division. Each of us must relinquish a bit of ego and absolute righteousness for the sake of the collective," MK Solomon said.
Ethiopian holiday of Sigd: A true reflection of Israel's diversity - opinion
We celebrate Sigd with love, pride, and joy. And with that same love, we ask Israel to embrace our future, to open doors, expand opportunities, and allow us to serve our country at the highest levels
Knesset committee addresses aliyah issues as Israel anticipates postwar immigration surge
“Despite the war, we have seen a blessed aliyah to Israel precisely during this difficult period,” Minister Ofir Sofer said.
Jewish families in Ethiopia have been forgotten by Israel, they must be brought home - opinion
The roughly 7,000 Ethiopian Jews still waiting to come have close relatives in Israel. They have studied Judaism, embraced modern life, and are ready for integration.
Police not doing enough to find Haymanot Kasau, family tells Knesset panel
Haymanot Kasau’s family accused police of neglect nearly two years after she disappeared, telling MKs her case would be treated differently if she weren’t Ethiopian.
‘Beyond Herzl’: Naftali Aklum on Ethiopian Jewish heritage, Zionism, and Israel’s future
WATCH: JPost’s Corinne Baum in conversation with Naftali Aklum on history, identity, and the place of Ethiopian Jews in shaping Zionism.
Letter to Netanyahu: We love you but listen - let Ethiopian Jews in - opinion
Now is the time to create a unified, strategic diplomatic team drawing from all political parties and all communities in Israel.
Jews are not a color; we are a global people - opinion
Judaism is a family rooted in faith, strengthened by diversity, and united in a covenant that binds us across cultures, languages, and generations.
The time for talking is over: Ethiopian Israelis need family reunification now - opinion
According to official estimates, over 7,000 people of Ethiopian Jewish descent remain in Ethiopia, most living in designated waiting areas in Gondar and Addis Ababa.
