Nairobi: Kenyan Olympian and former world U-20 10,000m champion Rodgers Kwemoi has been handed an extended six-year ban by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) for blood doping. The 27-year-old runner was once tipped to be the future of long-distance track running in the East African nation following his breakthrough victory at the Bydgoszcz 2016 World U20 Championship in Poland. However, a three-judge panel sitting in London and chaired by David Sharpe convicted him of blood doping. He burst onto the international scene as a teenager at the 2016 U-20 Championship in Poland, where he struck 10,000m gold in 27:25.23. Kwemoi last ran in Kenya colors at the Eugene 2022 World Championships in Oregon, finishing 15th.

Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s leading airline, announced that it had signed a memorandum of understanding with the Office ofthe Prime Minister for the management and operation of the ‘Dine for Ethiopia’ lodges under Ethiopian Skylight Hotel. The partnership aims to elevate the tourism experience in Ethiopia through utilizing Ethiopian Airlines Group’s extensive expertise in the hospitality industry, ensuring the provision of unparalleled services to visitors. - Advertisement -Commenting on the signing ceremony, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew said, “Tourism and air transport services are closely related industries. In addition to transporting passengers and cargo, Ethiopian Airlines has been working at a high level to promote tourism in our country. The Ethiopian community has grown up soldiers and officers in senior positions in the IDF and the country as a whole theirs.”(ynet news.com)

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Para Athletics World Championships: Ethiopian para athlete Yayesh Gate Tesfaw triumphed in the Women's 1,500m T11 Final with a new world record at the Para Athletics World Championships here on Saturday. Ethiopian para runner Tesfaw sets new women's 1,500m T11 world record (Image Source: IANS)Para Athletics World Championships: Ethiopian para athlete Yayesh Gate Tesfaw triumphed in the Women's 1,500m T11 Final with a new world record at the Para Athletics World Championships here on Saturday. The visually impaired runner clocked 4 minutes 31.77 seconds at the Universiade Memorial Stadium in the central Japanese port city of Kobe, shaving nearly six seconds off the previous record, reported Xinhua. China's He Shanshan got the silver with a new Asian record of 4:34.12. Held in East Asia for the first time and a crucial qualifier for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, the Kobe 2024 Para Athletics World Championships attracted over 1,000 athletes from 100 countries and regions to compete in 168 events.

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He Shanshan (2nd L) and her guide You Junjie (1st L) of China compete during Women's 1500m T11 Final at the Para Athletics World Championships held in Kobe, Japan, on May 18, 2024. (Xinhua/Zhang Xiaoyu)KOBE, Japan, May 18 (Xinhua) -- Ethiopian para athlete Yayesh Gate Tesfaw triumphed in the Women's 1,500m T11 Final with a new world record at the Para Athletics World Championships here on Saturday. China's He Shanshan got the silver with a new Asian record of 4:34.12. Held in East Asia for the first time and a crucial qualifier for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, the Kobe 2024 Para Athletics World Championships attracted over 1,000 athletes from 100 countries and regions to compete in 168 events. ■He Shanshan (2nd R) and her guide You Junjie (1st L) of China compete during Women's 1500m T11 Final at the Para Athletics World Championships held in Kobe, Japan, on May 18, 2024.

Kipchoge got the better of his Ethiopian rival when the two met for the first time at the Paris world championships in August 2003. She will be joined in the women’s team by 2023 world marathon champion Amane Beriso and Megertu Alemu. The other members of the Ethiopian men’s team for the Olympics are Sisay Lemma, the Valencia marathon champion and Deresa Geleta. The 2023 New York marathon champion and 2022 world champion Tamirat Tola and Eusedin Mohammed are standby reserves. The Olympics men’s marathon will be held on August 10 with the women’s race a day later.

The House of Representatives reviewed a bill proposing changes to the export tax incentive system. While acknowledging the reform's potential benefits, council members raised concerns about the significant tax penalty reduction from 50% to 10%. They urged a thorough investigation by the standing committee to understand the rationale behind this change. The committee was also tasked with exploring alternative incentive options. This follows a detailed study on the current system's effectiveness, highlighting the need for adjustments.

A team of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which concluded its visit to Tanzania said it has concluded it review and plans to release $150 million to the East African country. “…the review will make available SDR113.3 million (about US$150 million), bringing the total IMF financial support under the arrangement to SDR455.5 million (about US$604.2 million). “The Tanzanian economy grew 5.1 percent in 2023 despite headwinds from power outages and strained foreign exchange liquidity that dampened manufacturing and trade activities. However, external financial conditions are expected to remain tight and pressures in the foreign exchange market are likely to persist. Maintaining a moderately tight monetary policy stance will complement efforts to ease pressures in the FX market, while preserving price stability,” he said.

ISLAMABAD - Ethiopia and Pakistan on Thursday agreed to collaborate in diverse sectors of education including science and technology, agriculture, health and Information and Communication Technology. The meeting discussed the modalities to advance mutual cooperation in the education sector to exchange knowledge, skills and expertise. “Collaboration in the education sector can be instrumental for establishing long-lasting and sustainable relations between the two countries,” he said while recalling the eagerness of the Ethiopian medical experts. He assured the ambassador of all-out support for strengthening cooperation and collaboration in the education sector between Ethiopia and Pakistan. “Let us help each other in the education sector to build strong nations together for global prosperity,” he remarked.

The Government of Senegal, in partnership with several international organizations including the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), officially launched the Africa Integrated Climate Risk Management Program (AIRCM) today. Other partners in the initiative include the Green Climate Fund, the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the African Risk Capacity (ARC) Group, the World Food Program (WFP). In Senegal, the program aims to increase the resilience and improve the livelihoods and food and water security of 169,200 households in nine regions of Senegal. For Matteo Marchisio, IFAD’s Country Director in Senegal, the support once again demonstrates IFAD’s commitment to supporting the development of Senegal’s agricultural sector. The program’s implementing agencies are the AGRI-JEUNES Project Coordination Unit, WFP, ARC, and the AfDB through its Africa Disaster Risks Financing Program.

The Ministry of Revenues announced surpassing its collection target for the first ten months of the fiscal year. As of today, the Ministry has amassed over Birr 425 billion in taxes, exceeding the targeted amount by Birr 4.91 billion and representing an increase compared to the same period last year. The Ministry's full-year target is Birr 529 billion. April saw the highest monthly collection of over Birr 51 billion. The Ministry collected Birr 271.36 billion domestically and Birr 153.91 billion from foreign trade during the ten-month period.

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0 shares ShareTweetPinAddis Ababa, May 17, 2024(Addis Walta) The Adwa Victory Memorial Museum hosted an event to welcome and encourage second-generation Ethiopians in the Diaspora to deepen their contribution to their motherland. Mayor Adanech commended the Diaspora for their active participation in national development activities and highlighted their contributions to projects like the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). She emphasized the Diaspora’s unique position to advocate for preserving and promoting Ethiopia’s history and culture. Minister Nasisie applauded the Diaspora for responding to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s call to return and contribute to Ethiopia’s progress. She specifically encouraged second-generation Diaspora to learn about their Ethiopian roots, experience the country’s culture, and understand its history.

Somaliland is keen to conclude a controversial deal with Ethiopia that would see Addis Ababa recognize Somaliland as an independent state. Once signed, the agreement would cement Ethiopia's recognition of Somaliland as an independent state — despite strong objections from Somalia's government. In return for landlocked Ethiopia's official recognition, Somaliland will lease out 20 kilometers (12 miles) of sea access for 50 years while also allowing Ethiopia to build a military base on its coast. "Somaliland has the right under international law to get international recognition. Retired diplomat Mohamed Warsame, who once served as Bihi's advisor, remains upbeat about the possible recognition of Somaliland.