Ethiopian Jews

Jews of Ethiopian descent plan state-of-the-art cultural and heritage center in Be’er Sheva

Jewish National Fund-USA pledges funds to renovate and upgrade “the heart and soul” of Be’er Sheva’s 13,000-strong community, the Shavu Banim Center.

By TANIA SHALOM MICHAELIAN
14/11/2024
 Planned construction in Talpiot.

Jerusalem Vibe: Who visited Jerusalem for the holidays?

In Jerusalem, visits to the city from Israeli residents actually rose during the holiday season, thanks to an aggressive internal marketing campaign.

27/10/2024

Grapevine: Friendship at the feast

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Ancient texts belonging to the Beta Israel community are set to be made available for public

Among the texts included in the project and penned in the Ge'ez language, is the Orit, the Beta Israel Torah which includes the five books of the Torah, the book of Joshua, Judges and Ruth.

Ethiopian Israelis face major hurdles when it comes to healthcare

Health Affairs - Ethiopian Israelis face significantly higher suicide rates, abortion requests, and unique healthcare challenges, with distrust in Israel's institutions and healthcare system further

13/09/2024

Pioneering Ethiopian-Israeli actor Solomon Marsha passes away, leaving a lasting legacy

Solomon Marsha, the acclaimed Ethiopian-Israeli actor, has passed away at 54. His legacy of bridging cultures and inspiring others to be remembered.

By WALLA!
14/08/2024
Israelis of Ethiopian descent take part in a protest

Fighting discrimination: Criminal records of disorderly conduct to be erased for Ethiopian Israelis

Ethiopians have been experiencing institutional and individual discrimination for years, including from Israel Police, the Palmor committee found.  

17/07/2024

Comptroller: Ethiopian Israelis wages 33% lower, integration funds not utilized

The proportion of Ethiopian students with degrees from academic institutions compared to their proportion in the population is the smallest out of all Jewish populations.

16/07/2024

After October 7, individual communities in Israel must reach shared ethos, experts say

LIVE: Watch the latest episode of Conversation Corner, a series by The Jerusalem Post and Ono Academic College.

We celebrate life – unlike our enemies who celebrate death

While a bat mitzvah celebration is considered the norm for many, it is not the case for the Israeli girls of Ethiopian background, who were the majority of the 22 celebrants.

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