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Daily News recap: October 30, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Daily News recap: October 30, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Daily News recap: October 29, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Three meals a day is not Ethiopia’s goal anymore — PM Abiy Ahmed #Ethiopia #food #Abiy
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- #Ethiopia #food #Abiy In a televised address to the incumbent Prosperity Party leadership, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that Ethiopia’s focus should no longer be on achieving three meals a day for everyone. "Eating three times a day cannot be our ultimate goal," he said, emphasizing that his leadership and party are committed to the "three Hs": happiness, harmony, and human excellence.
Abiy explained that fostering happiness, regardless of how often people eat, building harmony among Ethiopia’s diverse communities, and striving for human excellence are more meaningful and sustainable goals for the country’s future.
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- Daily News recap: October 28, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Ethiopia aims for enhanced multilateralism through BRICS membership –Mamo Mihiretu #brics #ethiopia
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- #Ethiopia: Ethiopia aims for enhanced multilateralism through #BRICS membership – Mamo Mihiretu, Governor of the National Bank of #Ethiopia
Mamo Mihiretu, Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia, outlined the country’s goals for its #BRICS membership in an interview with CGTN. He explained that Ethiopia aims to strengthen multilateral cooperation and enhance its representation in global institutions through this membership.
Mamo emphasized that Ethiopia seeks a multilateral system that reflects current global realities and offers better representation for African countries. He noted that disparities in representation and voting rights within organizations like the #UN and #IMF are driving Ethiopia’s push for reform.
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- #Amhara State president attributes ongoing conflict to 'identity-based' attacks on Amharas #ethiopia
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- #Ethiopia: #Amhara State president attributes ongoing conflict to 'identity-based' attacks on Amharas, refutes "mistaken" belief of #Oromia regional gov't involvement
Arega Kebede, President of the Amhara Regional State, spoke with local media, explaining that the ongoing militarized conflict in the Amhara region is being framed as an issue of "survival" due to what he described as "identity-based" attacks on Amharas living in Oromia and the abductions of travelers along roads connecting Amhara to #Addis_Abeba.
While expressing concern over these attacks, Arega noted that the Oromia and Amhara regional governments, with federal mediation, have held "extensive discussions" to address the violence.
The President attributed much of the violence to the "extremist group" Shane, a term the government uses to refer to the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA). He added, “Some mistakenly believe that the Oromia regional government is behind these attacks, but t...
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- Daily News recap: October 15, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- EU pledges €1.1 billion to support economic integration in Africa
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- The European Union (EU) has pledged €1.1 billion as part of the Team Europe initiative to support the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and promote economic integration across the continent.
The announcement was made on 14 October 2024, during a meeting in Addis Abeba between Jutta Urpilainen, the EU Commissioner for International Partnerships, and Albert Muchanga, the African Union’s Commissioner for Economic Development, Trade, Industry, and Mining.
In her statement, Urpilainen emphasized Africa’s potential for economic integration, noting that “the EU has supported this integration both financially and politically.”
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- Daily News recap: October 11, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Daily News recap: October 09, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Legacy of the Point Four Program - 72nd Anniversary
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- Ethiopian army chief denies shipping arms to Somalia, warns of 'other actions' if rhetoric continues
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- #Ethiopian army chief denies shipping arms to #Somalia, warns of 'other actions' if rhetoric continues
Field Marshal Berhanu Jula, the Chief of General Staff of the Ethiopian Armed Forces (#ENDF), denied allegations of unauthorized arms shipments to Somalia in a recent interview with local media. He addressed accusations made by Somalia, stating, "We did not ship arms. Even if we had, it would not be something to be ashamed of."
These comments follow statements made by Somalia’s Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, who claimed Ethiopia had made unauthorized arms deliveries to certain regions of Somalia and suggested that Somalia might support Ethiopian rebels. In response, Berhanu warned, "If the rhetoric of interference and inciting civil war continues, we will not only ship arms. We will also take other actions as necessary."
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- Irreechaa and the Oromo nation in search of Peace
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- #Ethiopia: #Irreechaa at the time of the #Oromo nation’s search for peace
At the heart of the Oromo nation’s Irreechaa festival lies its deep significance for peace and the Oromo values of harmony and togetherness.
Irreechaa tells the story of not just celebrations, but stories of hope, unity, and the unyielding desire for peace.
Like last year, this year’s Irreechaa comes once again against the backdrop of the continued hardships caused by the six-year conflict in the Oromia region. The conflict has brought moments of pleas and collective prayers for peace, as well as a call to action for a shared responsibility to nurture peace and build a harmonious future for all.
JAKENN Publishing PLC, the publisher of Addis Standard publications, endorses these calls and pleas and wishes this year’s Irreechaa to be a season for peace and an end to the immeasurable suffering of civilians across Ethiopia.
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- Ethiopia defends GERD at UN, urges Egypt to end 'destabilization efforts' in Horn of Africa
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- #Ethiopia defends #GERD at #UN, urges #Egypt to end 'destabilization efforts' in Horn of Africa
Ambassador Yoseph Kassaye, Ethiopia's Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, defended the country's right to build the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Nile River during a response to Egypt's statement at the UN General Assembly. He emphasized that the dam is crucial for Ethiopia's development and energy needs, benefiting millions of people.
Ambassador Yoseph criticized Egypt’s approach to managing Nile water, referring to it as a "colonial-based policy." He also called on Egypt to halt what he described as "destabilization efforts" in the Horn of Africa.
"The old playbook that seeks to secure unfettered flow of the Nile by preoccupying the source countries with conflict and insurgencies will not work," the ambassador stated, urging Egypt to "immediately stop its destabilization efforts in the Horn of Africa."
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- Daily News recap: September 25, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- 2 years ago
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- "Some #Fano leaders show interest in negotiation and dialogue" - Amhara Region Peace Council
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- #Ethiopia: "Some #Fano leaders show interest in negotiation and dialogue" - #Amhara Region Peace Council
The Amhara Region Peace Council has reported progress in its efforts to engage with various Fano factions, despite earlier challenges stemming from disunity among the militia groups.
Yayeherad Belete, Chairperson of the Council, stated that some Fano leaders have recently expressed interest in peaceful dialogue and demonstrated a willingness to work towards establishing a unified leadership structure.
Previously, the council reported that progress had been limited, with conflicting signals hindering discussions despite months of efforts, citing a "lack of unity and clear leadership within Fano" as a major obstacle to coordinating talks.
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- #Ethiopia, #Djibouti secure funding to operationalize corridor management authority
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- 2 years ago
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- Ethiopia and Djibouti have secured funding from development partners to operationalize the Ethio-Djibouti Corridor Management Authority, following an agreement signed in November 2021. The authority is set to improve the management of the Djibouti port, a crucial hub for Ethiopia’s imports and exports.
Alemu Sime, Ethiopia's Minister of Transport and Logistics, recently met with Djibouti officials to discuss the implementation process. Alemu highlighted the significance of the Djibouti port to Ethiopia’s economy, pointing out that delays and inefficiencies at the port negatively affect the country’s economic performance and competitiveness in global markets.
He also mentioned that the two countries have agreed to resolve outstanding issues related to the agreement, with a follow-up meeting scheduled in #Addis_Abeba within a month to finalize details.
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- Daily News recap: September 17, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- U.S. Special Envoy urges factions within TPLF to resolve the division with dialogue
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- #US special envoy urges #TPLF factions to resolve divisions through dialogue, reaffirms commitment to Pretoria agreement
Mike Hammer, U.S. Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa, told reporters in #Addis_Abeba on Friday that Tigray authorities remain committed to the Pretoria Agreement and urged them to resolve the division within the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) through dialogue.
In a press briefing, the Special Envoy stated, "Whatever the divisions might be, we urge that they be resolved through dialogue."
Additionally the Special Envoy addressed other issues including rising tension between Ethiopia and Somalia amid Egypt involvement, peace efforts in the Oromia and Amhara regions, implementation of the Pretoria agreement, accountability on gender based violence, transitional justice and national dialogue.
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- #Ethiopia: "We have no desire for conflict or war" - Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed
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- During a speech at an event commemorating Sovereignty Day, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that the country has no intention of engaging in conflict with other nations.
Prime Minister Abiy highlighted Ethiopia's peaceful approach towards its neighbors over the past six and a half years, emphasizing the importance of regional stability. He noted that Ethiopia's primary goals are peace, prosperity, and maintaining its sovereignty.
While reaffirming the country's commitment to peace, the Prime Minister also mentioned Ethiopia's readiness to defend itself if necessary.
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- Ethiopian Airlines refers frozen account Issue to Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Aviation Authority
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- #Ethiopia: Ethiopian Airlines refers frozen account Issue to Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Civil Aviation Authority amid lack of response from #Eritrea
During a press briefing on 03 September 2024, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew revealed that the airline was notified on 31 August that its account in Eritrea had been frozen, forcing the national carrier to suspend its flights.
This development follows a July announcement by the Eritrean Civil Aviation Authority suspending all Ethiopian Airlines flights to Eritrea, effective 30 September. In response, Ethiopian Airlines stated that it was "seeking clarification from the Eritrean Civil Aviation Authority" and was committed to resolving any issues amicably and promptly.
Mesfin said the matter was referred to the Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; however, he noted that no positive progress has been made through either channel as of yet.
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- Daily News recap: September 04, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Daily News recap: September 02, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- "We don't want to be suffocated"- Ambassador Taye Atskeselassie
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- 2 years ago
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- Ethiopian Foreign Minister Ambassador Taye Atske Selassie held a press briefing regarding the current regional issues. He addressed the disagreement with Somalia and recent diplomatic efforts.
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- Daily News recap: August 29, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- 2 years ago
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- Flooding in Silte Zone Submerges Over 900 Houses, Displaces More Than 6,000 People
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- 2 years ago
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- Heavy rainfall affecting more than six kebeles in Silti and East Silti districts of the Silte zone, Central Ethiopia region, has caused flooding, submerging over 900 houses and displacing more than 6,000 people.
Silte Zone Communication Officer Ato Sali Hassan has told EBC that, due to the incident, over 1,200 hectares of maize, wheat, mango, papaya, and coffee crops were destroyed.
The zone encountered another flooding caused by heavy rainfall two weeks ago, on 15 August 2024, that displaced 1,650 people and led to the loss of livestock and property.
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- Public rallies in North Shewa Zone call for peace amid conflict in #Oromia region
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- Residents of #Sululta and #Chancho towns in North Shewa Zone held rallies calling for peace amid the ongoing conflict in #oromia region between the Oromo Liberation Army (#OLA) and the federal government. The gatherings on 26 August, 2024 included community leaders, religious figures, educators, and families.
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- #Ethiopia: #GERD will be completed after a year - PM Abiy Ahmed
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- 2 years ago
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- In a televised address on 25 August 2024, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced that the construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) will be completed after the next rainy season.
The construction of GERD began on 02 April, 2011, with a planned reservoir capacity of 74 billion cubic meters. According to PM Abiy, the dam currently holds 60 billion cubic meters of water, which is expected to reach 71 billion by December.
The Prime Minister stated that the majority of the construction work is expected to be finalized by December, allowing three additional turbines to become operational, bringing the total number of functional turbines to seven.
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- #Ethiopia: "The issue of Western Tigray is long overdue" - Getachew Reda
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- 2 years ago
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- In a recent interview with Tigrai TV, Getachew Reda, President of the #Tigray Interim Administration, discussed various issues, including the return of internally displaced persons (#IDPs) and the internal power struggles within the #TPLF, among others.
Getachew noted that while many IDPs from #Tselemti and #Raya have returned, challenges remain. He also accused some #Amhara officials of showing "intransigence" in an effort to "change the reality on the ground."
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- Daily News recap: August 22, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Daily News recap: August 21, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Daily News recap: August 19, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Daily News recap: August 16, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- 0:51
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- 2 years ago
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- #Ethiopia: Addis Abeba administration gains public trust, says mayor Adanech
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- 2 years ago
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- Mayor Adanech Abebe reports increased public confidence in the Addis Abeba city administration.
As evidence, she cited the collection of over 11 billion birr in voluntary contributions during the previous fiscal year.
Mayor Adanech shared these observations during her address at the annual review meeting for the Addis Abeba City Administration's 2023/2024 fiscal year plan implementation.
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- Daily News recap: August 15, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- 2 years ago
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- Daily News recap: August 14, 2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Daily News recap: August 13,2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- 2 years ago
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- Registering TPLF as a new party inherently nullifies the Pretoria Agreement: Debretsion Gebremichael
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- 2 years ago
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- Debretsion Gebremichael (PhD), chairman of the Tigray People Liberation Front (TPLF), held a press briefing 11 August 2024, on current affairs. He addressed the issue of the registration process with the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), where he said registering the TPLF as a new party inherently nullifies the Pretoria Agreement, as it strips ownership away from the agreement, thus breaking the linkage between the party and the agreement.
This comes after the NEBE rejected the TPLF’s request to reinstate its pre-war legal status, instead granting it a certificate of legal personality as a new political party under special conditions.
On 29 July 2024, TPLF Chairman Debretsion disputed the amended bill, saying it only allows outlawed parties to re-register as legitimate organizations and does not meet the party’s expectations. “We will never register as a new party,” he told a regional outlet.
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- Ethiopian Electric Utility blames theft for widespread power outages #ethiopia #electricity #outage
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- 2 years ago
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- #ethiopia #electricity #outage
Shiferaw Telila, CEO of Ethiopian Electric Utility (#EEU), recently addressed the issue of frequent power disruptions plaguing the country, particularly in the capital city of #Addis_Abeba. In an interview with state media, Shiferaw attributed these outages primarily to the theft of electrical infrastructure.
Local media reports indicate that residents of Addis Abeba are growing increasingly frustrated with persistent, prolonged, and unscheduled electricity interruptions.
According to EEU, the theft of electricity infrastructure has resulted in substantial financial losses. For the 2023/24 fiscal year alone, the utility company estimates losses exceeding 64 million Birr due to these criminal activities.
The thefts are not limited to the capital. EEU reports that the #Amhara, #Oromia, Southwest Ethiopia, and #Tigray regions have also been significantly affected.
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- Daily News recap: August 09,2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- 2 years ago
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- Daily News recap: August 08,2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Daily News recap: August 07,2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Malaria infects five million people; state minister says it is not a countrywide outbreak #malaria
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- 2 years ago
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- #ethiopia #malaria #infection
Dr. Dereje Duguma, the state minister of the Ministry of Health, recently stated that more than five million people have been infected with malaria in Ethiopia. According to Dr. Dereje, the increase in malaria cases can be attributed to factors such as climate change, conflict, and negligence.
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (#UNOCHA) reports that malaria outbreaks have been documented in 1,397 districts across Ethiopia, marking the highest number of cases reported in 7 years.
While acknowledging the high number of infections, Dr. Dereje maintains that this does not constitute a countrywide outbreak. He noted, "In more than 200 districts, the cases have increased by more than 100% compared to previous years."
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- Daily News recap: August 06,2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- 2 years ago
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- Daily News recap: August 05,2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- Ethiopia's economic reforms mobilize $27 billion—Eyob Tekalign #ethiopia #economy #dollar
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- #ethiopia #economy #dollar
Eyob Tekalign (PhD), State Minister of the Ministry of Finance, reported in a recent interview that Ethiopia has mobilized $27 billion following the macro-economic reforms introduced last week.
The government's new macroeconomic reform program includes a shift to a market-based exchange regime, which immediately led to a 40 percent depreciation of the birr.
Expert opinions on these changes vary. Henok Fasil (PhD), a macroeconomist and World Bank consultant in Ethiopia, acknowledges the theoretical merits of a market-based foreign currency regime while expressing concerns about its practical implementation in the Ethiopian context.
Despite potential challenges, Eyob maintains that the mobilized resources are sufficient for the Ethiopian economy. This includes an IMF-approved $3.4 billion funding program and World Bank contributions totaling $1.5 billion in grants and concessional credit.
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- Daily News recap: August 02,2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- 2 years ago
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- PM Abiy claims continuous talks with armed groups, multiple provocation from Tigray forces
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- 2 years ago
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- PM Abiy addressed concerns over the new foreign exchange regime and the macro-economic reform program.
The government announced a new macro-economic reform program. The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) announced a shift to a market-based exchange regime as part of a major revision of the country’s foreign exchange (FX) system the following day.
The prime minister stated many factors that contribute to the success of economic reform, with peace being a critical foundation. During his address, he accused forces in Tigray of provocation on multiple occasions, which were resolved through discussion to avoid conflict.
In a recent discussion with political parties, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that if the Tigray People Liberation Front (TPLF) does not register with the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), it will not be eligible to participate in the upcoming 7th national election or form a government, which, according to him, may open the...
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- Daily News recap: August 01,2024 #daily #news #recap #ethiopia #addisstandard #addisababa
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- 2 years ago
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- The Ethiopian Meteorological Institute warns against flash floods, landslides
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- 2 years ago
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- #Ethiopia #flood #landslide
The Ethiopian Meteorological Institute warns against flash floods and landslides. Experts say 49% of Ethiopia's land area is susceptible to landslides.
The Ethiopian Meteorological Institute warns against flash floods and landslides. The institute says heavy rain is expected in many parts of Ethiopia, which could cause river overflow, flash floods, and landslides.
A landslide resulted in over 250 fatalities in Kencho Shacha Gozdi village in Gofa Zone, with eight still missing. Another landslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Decha District, Kafa Zone, on 25 July, 2024, resulted in three fatalities and displaced 24 residents. Meanwhile, a landslide caused by heavy rainfall in the central Sidama Zone of the Sidama region on 28 July 2024, resulted in six fatalities and six injuries.
On 30 July 2024, the administration of Dessie City in the South Wollo zone of the Amhara region reported heavy rain that caused a landslide ...
