Ethiopia
Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:42:22 GMTEthiopia, EU Commit to Advancing All-Round Cooperation
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- Ethiopia and the European Union (EU) have agreed to intensify and deepen their cooperation during their second structured dialogue, held recently in Addis Ababa.
Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:40:32 GMTAnkara Declaration - Pragmatic Approach to Secure Nat'l Interest
[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia's quest for access to the sea, a trending issue in regional politics, has taken a significant step with the signing of the Ankara Declaration between Ethiopia and Somalia. After months of negotiations characterized by hot ...
Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:27:10 GMTBenishangul-Gumuz Cabinet Reclaims 50,000 Sqm of Underdeveloped Urban Land From Investors, Warns Inactive Developers
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Benishangul-Gumuz Regional State Cabinet has resolved to reclaim and transfer 50,000 square meters of urban land, previously allocated to investors but left undeveloped within the agreed timeframe, to the land bank...
Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:15:21 GMTSomalia 'Open' to Ethiopian Troop Role
[VOA] The Somali government is "open" to a potential role for Ethiopian troops in an African Union mission scheduled to take over peacekeeping operations in the country next month.
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:05:17 GMTBomb Attacks At 'Govt-Organized' Rally in Amhara Region Leave One Dead, Several Injured
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- A bomb attack during a "government-organized" rally in Ethiopia's Amhara region on 18 December, 2024, left one person dead and several others injured, according to sources interviewed by Addis Standard.
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:24:22 GMTForeign Banks Entry Marks Vital Economic Shift - Expert
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- Ethiopia's decision to allow foreign banks to operate in the country for the first time in 50plus years is a big step and marks a significant shift in its economic policy, so said an Economist.
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:23:22 GMTEthiopia Is Excelling in Modern and Swift Air Transport
[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia has been doing all its best to make air transport modern and confortable for travellers as much as since long back. Of the myriads of activities it has been undertakings along this line, it has recently launched an airline...
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:22:13 GMTFloating Exchange Rate Spurs Economic Progress
[Ethiopian Herald] MESERET BEHAILU -- The Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MoTRI) has revealed that the floating exchange rate reform is yielding significant outcomes, with improving the quality of export products being a key future focus ...
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 04:59:42 GMTOver 10,000 Residents in Amhara's Bugna District Face Severe Food Shortages Amid Drought, Conflict
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba- Over 10,000 residents in Bugna District, North Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, including children under five, are experiencing severe food shortages due to prolonged drought and ongoing conflict, according to the District Hea...
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:18:47 GMTThe U.S. Government Amplifies Leadership of Persons With Disabilities, and Recommits to Supporting Them With USAID Pride Event
[U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa] Addis Ababa, December 18, 2024: The United States Government, through its Agency for International Development (USAID), launched a two-day event on December 17, 2024, celebrating the leadership of persons with disabilities ...
Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:03:08 GMTSudan Welcomes Ankara Declaration Between the Republics of Somalia and Ethiopia
[SNA] Portsudan -- Sudan welcomed the Ankara Declaration signed on December 11, 2024, between the Republics of Somalia and Ethiopia under the generous patronage of His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:09:24 GMTRallies in Amhara Region Convey Clear Message for Peace and Development in the Region
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The public rallies staged across the Amhara region today have called for peace and development in the region, expressing unwavering support for government's repeated calls for peace.
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:07:42 GMTEthiopia Moves Closer to an Inclusive Digital Future With Five-Year Strategy
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia is charting a path towards a digitally inclusive future with the rollout of its five-year strategy, designed to bridge technological gaps and ensure equitable access to digital resources for all citizens, including under...
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:07:42 GMTEthiopia, South Sudan Vow to Enhance Collaboration On Border Governance and Trade Harmonization
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia and South Sudan have been seeking stronger cooperation to enhance border governance and harmonization of trade between the two sisterly countries.
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:04:35 GMTAmhara Region Residents Demonstrate Strong Readiness to Ensure Peace, Dev't in Region
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Demonstrators in cities and towns across the Amhara region today extended strong message advocating for peace, emphasizing their robust commitment and cooperation towards fostering peace and attaining development in the region.
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:04:34 GMTLawmakers Greenlight Foreign Banks' Presence in Ethiopia
[Ethiopian Herald] The House of Peoples' Representatives (HoPR) has approved the proclamation of the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), enabling foreign banks to operate within the country's financial sector.
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:04:34 GMTEthiopia's Cement Production Boom Raises Hopes of Construction Sector Revival
[Ethiopian Herald] The recent shift to a market-based exchange regime has added another layer of complexity, impacting businesses across the board, including the cement industry. Prices and supply chains are feeling the effects, prompting the governm...
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 10:56:28 GMTPower Export - a Step Toward Regional Energy Integration
[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia is rapidly emerging as a key player in Africa's energy landscape, driven by its strategic efforts to harness its abundant water resources and expand its energy generation capacity.
Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:22:31 GMTEthiopia Commences Power Supply Trial From Kenya to Tanzania
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- Ethiopia has successfully commenced power supply trial from Kenya to Tanzania, according to local media report.
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:38:14 GMTBounty of Basket Initiatives Integral to Advancing Food Self-Sufficiency
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Bounty of the Basket initiative launched by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, are integral to advancing food self-sufficiency and improving nutrition at both the household and national levels, Office of the Prime Minister stated.
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:38:11 GMTResidents of Amhara Region Hold Rallies in Support of Government's Call for Peace
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Demonstrations have been underway across Amhara Region of Ethiopia supporting the peace call reiterated by the government.
Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:26:57 GMTCommission Lunches Agenda Gathering in Oromia State
[Ethiopian Herald] The Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission (ENDC)has commenced agenda gathering at Adama Science and Technology University, Oromia State yesterday.
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:13:36 GMTEthiopia, EU Commit to Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to intensifying bilateral engagements in economic development, regional peace and stability, and other multilateral spheres.
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:13:36 GMTEthiopia, Tanzania Vow to Deepen Cooperation in Various Areas
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia and Tanzania have vowed to deepen their cooperation in various areas.
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:13:35 GMTEthiopian Airlines Officially Launches Air Congo Partnering With Govt DRC
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopian Airlines announced partnering with the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for the establishment of Air Congo.
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:09:13 GMTEthiopian Expands Into DRC With Air Congo
[Reporter] The Ethiopian Airlines Group has finalized an agreement with the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo that will grant the carrier a 49 percent stake in Air Congo.
Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:30:23 GMTEthiopia, Algeria to Elevate Ties
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) discussed with the Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf on ways to reinforce diplomatic relations between Ethiopia and Algeria.
Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:29:18 GMTAddis Ababa - A Beacon of African Growth and Resilience
[Ethiopian Herald] Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, and economic and diplomatic hub of Africa, has experienced notable growth in recent years, solidifying its position as a key development center in East Africa.
Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:23:28 GMTEthiopia's Military Collaboration - Enhancing Peace and Stability Across Africa
[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia has been initiating military cooperation with many African countries like Uganda, Kenya and the like. This cooperation would play an indispensable role in helping countries their military muscles towards contributing a gre...
Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:20:48 GMTEthiopia Entices Notable Investment Bonanza in Sezs
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- The Industrial Parks Development Corporation (IPDC) said that Ethiopia's Special Economic Zones (SEZs) have become ideal investment hubs for potential investors enabling the country to increase forex earnings.