This project was a web-based platform designed to post latest news, stream live and recorded news content from various sources. The main objective of the project was:
Walta Media and Communication Corporate S.C. (WMCC), formerly known as Walta Information Center, is an Ethiopian media conglomerate headquartered in Addis Ababa. Established in 1994, WMCC is owned and operated by the Ethiopian government. Addis Walta TV appears to be a digital platform associated with Walta TV, focusing on online content distribution. Their official website and YouTube channel, “AddisWalta – AW,” hosts a variety of programs ranging from news segments to entertainment shows. Additionally, Addis Walta maintains an active presence on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, engaging audiences with updates and multimedia content.
In December 2024, Walta Media and Communication Corporate (WMCC) merged with Fana Broadcasting Corporation (FBC) to form Fana Media Corporation (FMC).
The strategy is to plan and develop a modern, responsive news website that delivers up-to-date content, easy to navigate, and encourages reader engagement focusing on:
Target Audience
Goals
The design approach involves a UX/UI design mix with branding style, responsive layout, video handling, and performance optimization.
It includes balancing aesthetics, usability, performance, and credibility design in:
The list of core and advanced features of the website, especially to incorporate streaming/video content:
The website is designed to cover a wide range of topics, including national affairs, international news, politics, business, culture, and technology, aiming to inform and engage audiences both in Ethiopia and around the world. It serves as a key source of news, offering impartial and accessible coverage on local, regional, and international events.
It is committed to deliver reliable information to the public, reflecting the corporation’s broader mission to inform, educate, and engage its audience.