Fortin is the IBTimes Africa Correspondent based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. She joined IBT in February of 2012, and has previously worked as an editor and reporter for various publications including The Suit Magazine and The Glass Hammer. Fortin is from New Bedford, Mass. and received a B.A. from Northeastern University in Boston.
China's Oil Thirst Entails Sudan Diplomacy
Beijing's policy of nonintervention in oil-producing countries is becoming a bit more flexible.
South Sudan's Oil Field War
Riek Machar tells IBTimes that the opposition is headed for the Paloch oil fields, but civilian fighters have motivations of their own.
The Bad Bomb: Blame Game Over Cluster Munitions In South Sudan
Cluster-bomb remnants have been found in South Sudan, but it's hard to determine who is responsible.
In An Unequal World, What Really Holds Women – And Economies – Back?
A World Bank study found that changing one key social institution in Ethiopia made a big difference for women at work.
A Steamy Debut For America's New Approach To Africa
President Obama's Power Africa initiative is just gearing up with a groundbreaking geothermal project in Ethiopia.
Ethiopian Airlines Hijacker: Who Is Hailemedhin Abera?
The Ethiopian Airlines co-pilot who diverted nearly 200 people into Geneva in a bizarre attempt to escape his home country.
African Union Summit Copes With Conflict, Plans For Peace
Agriculture was meant to be the theme of this week's AU summit, but CAR and South Sudan took center stage.
Why The South Sudan Cease-Fire Agreement Is Already Crumbling
Both sides of the conflict in the world's youngest country report ongoing clashes.
Ceasefire On Paper: South Sudan's First Attempt To Lay Down Arms
A ceasefire signed in Ethiopia is the first lull in the conflict, but nowhere near a peace deal yet.
How 'Flying Donkeys' May Revolutionize African Economies
A weird new technology contest is calling on Africa's greatest minds to makes drones work for people, filling a niche long occupied by donkeys.
In The Central African Republic, One Mad Dog, Millions Of Ruined Lives
The world's thinking about South Sudan right now, but next door, one of the world's poorest nations is also dealing with a major crisis.
What's At Stake In The South Sudan Peace Talks
Talks between Riek Machar and President Kiir supporters are underway; the future of the world's youngest country hangs in the balance.
Is It Time For Africa To Get Serious About Cybersecurity?
A new regulatory framework on Internet crime is up for a vote at the next African Union summit.
The US In South Sudan: New Conflict Tests Long-Term Relationship
Washington has played a key role in South Sudan's independence and development, but the new conflict is testing old ties.
A Huge, Chronic Developing Country Problem
The poorest countries in the world, especially in Africa, lose the most to corruption as a percentage of GDP.
Is Ethiopia Targeting The Opposition With Violence?
An opposition party has compiled an exhaustive record of alleged government human rights abuses. Will it make a difference?
Ethiopia's 'Festival Of A Thousand Stars' - Diversity In The Cradle Of Humanity [PHOTOS]
Arba Minch is known to few Westerners other than U.S. military personnel who fly drones from there, but its colorful festival could change that.
Violence in South Sudan: If Not A Coup, Then What?
The death toll is rising as ethnic tensions worsen, but former vice president Riek Machar denies involvement.
For Paul Salopek, A Long Walk In A Fast World
The journalist is on a seven-year journey from Ethiopia to Chile, on foot. As he employs the oldest possible mode of transport, he focuses on remaining connected.
As CAR Disintegrates, French And African Troops Roll In
French and African soldiers hope to stem the continent's latest civil war. How did the country in the heart of Africa reach this point?