Date: June 7, 2025
By: Ambassador Med
In a powerful moment of unity, truth-telling, and digital resistance, thousands of Ethiopians tuned in today to a live broadcast hosted by Reyot Media, with active participation from Ambassador Media and several other independent outlets. The event drew mass attention online, giving voice to communities yearning for peace, justice, and national healing.
However, this collective moment of truth was marred by a deeply troubling development: the Ethiopian government reportedly restricted internet access in multiple regions across the country and blocked YouTube in several cities. Our sources told us that this censorship began shortly before the scheduled broadcast and intensified as viewership climbed.
The timing of these actions—coinciding precisely with the live broadcast—raises serious concerns about the government’s ongoing efforts to suppress freedom of speech and control the flow of information.
Despite the digital blackout, determined citizens turned to VPNs to bypass censorship and ensure the message reached far and wide. Social media platforms and encrypted messaging apps buzzed with real-time updates, and the truth still found its way to the people.
The live event served not just as a media broadcast, but as a national moment of reflection and prayer. The call was clear:
“Let the war end. May the farmer be at peace; may the city be at peace; may the mother be at peace; may the father be at peace; may the children be at peace; may Ethiopia be at peace!”
These heartfelt words echoed across screens and hearts, resonating deeply with a population weary of conflict, disinformation, and repression.
Ambassador Media condemns, in the strongest terms, the Ethiopian government’s continued pattern of digital censorship. In an age where information is vital and communication is a right, blocking platforms like YouTube and restricting internet access is not just authoritarian—it is dangerous. It further isolates communities, fuels discontent, and undermines democratic discourse.
Our sources told us that internal directives were issued to regional telecom offices instructing them to reduce internet speeds and disable access to specific platforms, particularly during politically sensitive broadcasts. Such tactics have become disturbingly familiar to Ethiopian citizens and the wider international community.
We stand with the people of Ethiopia, the independent media, and all who fight for transparency and truth. We reaffirm our commitment to being a voice for the voiceless and a platform for unfiltered reporting—no matter how many barriers are thrown our way.
Let the war end. Let Ethiopia be free. Let the truth be heard.
