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China has rapidly emerged as one of Ethiopia’s leading coffee destinations, rising from 33rd to 4th place over the past five years. This surge was highlighted during a recent trade and economic cooperation forum held in Zhuzhou, China, aimed at promoting Ethiopian coffee in the Chinese and global markets. On his part Adugna Debela, Director-General of the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority, said Ethiopia’s focus on productivity and quality has significantly transformed the coffee export sector. He noted that Ethiopian coffee is increasingly preferred in global markets, with China emerging as a key destination. “A new chapter has opened in expanding coffee trade cooperation between Ethiopia and China,” he said.
January 09, (THEWILL) — Ethiopian Airlines Group has entered into a strategic partnership with Nucore Technologies, as part of efforts to deepen its digital transformation and strengthen its B2B distribution ecosystem. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in Ethiopian Airlines’ digital journey, positioning B2B distribution as a key strategic growth area. He added that Ethiopian Airlines would continue to lead industry-wide digital transformation through NDC adoption and close collaboration with technology partners to build a connected, future-ready distribution ecosystem. At the centre of the partnership is Ethiopian Airlines’ Agency Portal, a robust platform designed to serve travel agencies, aggregators and corporate customers. By leveraging NDC standards and advanced analytics, Ethiopian Airlines is expected to enhance offer personalisation, optimise revenue performance and maintain its competitive edge in regional and international markets.
New Fund to Support Local Community Initiatives, Extending Brand's Legacy of PhilanthropyYIWU, China, Jan. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SALI Tools, a global professional tools brand, today held a launch ceremony at its headquarters in Yiwu, Zhejiang Province, to formally establish the “SALI & UKAZ Joint Public Welfare Fund” alongside its key Ethiopian partner, UKAZ. SALI Tools and Ethiopian Partner UKAZ Establish Joint Public Welfare Fund, Deepening Global Community CommitmentSALI Tools and Ethiopian Partner UKAZ Establish Joint Public Welfare Fund, Deepening Global Community Commitment. In early 2020, amid a severe global pandemic and a critical shortage of protective supplies, SALI Tools proactively donated 178,000 masks. About Partner UKAZUKAZ is a key business partner for SALI Tools in Ethiopia and the broader East African region. The establishment of this joint fund will empower UKAZ to carry out community welfare projects more flexibly and sustainably, based on localized needs.
Ethiopia has moved forward in its renewable energy plans by awarding a contract to two international firms for development work on the Weranso Solar Plant. These two companies will provide consultancy services for the 150 MW Weranso Solar PV project, which will be developed in the Afar region in north-eastern Ethiopia. The Weranso Solar Plant is owned by Ethiopian Electric Power and is supported by the African Development Bank. The project is expected to help Ethiopia expand its renewable energy footprint and support the country’s growing electricity demand. Ethiopia has been actively inviting international companies to participate in renewable energy projects through competitive bidding.
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Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed welcomed Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Addis Ababa on Thursday for the first stop of the diplomat’s New Year trip to Africa. After Ethiopia, Wang Yi’s tour of the continent's east and south will bring him to Somalia, Tanzania and Lesotho. The tour "aims to deepen political mutual trust with all parties... [and] strengthen exchanges and mutual learning," foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said in a news conference on Wednesday. China is Africa's top business partner, with trade reaching $296 billion in 2024, according to Chinese state media. Africa has been the destination of the Chinese foreign minister's first overseas trip of the year for almost four decades.
NewsEthiopia and Oman signed a memorandum of understanding on January 5, 2026, during their first-ever political consultation in Addis Ababa. The two countries agreed to expand cooperation in trade, investment, finance, security, and multilateral affairs. Ethiopia and the Sultanate of Oman signed a memorandum of understanding on Monday, January 5, 2026, to deepen bilateral relations. The MoU marks a significant step in consolidating relations as Oman continues to expand its partnerships across Africa. In April 2025, Oman signed several agreements with Morocco.
Have you heard that a wonderful Ethiopian restaurant opened in Watertown Square last year? Saturday and Sunday afternoons, Mount Auburn Cemetery has an exhibit of work by their current artist in residence, Juls Gabs. For more information: Click hereTHE STUDIO SOCIAL; THE CREATIVES COFFEE HOURSunday, Jan. 11, 11 a.m.372 Main St. For more information: Click hereDISCOVER RESTAURANT LALIBELA ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANTFriday 11 a.m-1 a.m Saturday, Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.- 11 p.m.Lalibela Ethiopian Restaurant, 5 Spring St. We are lucky to have a new Ethiopian restaurant in Watertown Square, run by the family Mekonnen, who welcome you as if into their home.
Bridgestone is partnering Africa’s largest airline group to launch a join-project targeting more efficient, sustainable and safer airport operations. The tyre giant will collaborate with Ethiopian Airlines and Ethiopian Airports at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to reduce foreign object debris (FOD) on the airport grounds. Tackling this issue will result in safer and more reliable flight operations. This marks the first time Bridgestone is working continuously and simultaneously with an airline and an airport on a jointly developed solution. Tyrepress and Tyres & Accessories subscribers can log in below to read the full article.
But this Christmas season, the energy that once filled Ethiopia’s largest livestock market feels subdued—muted by frustration and fatigue. Officials are also cracking down on illegal checkpoints after repeated complaints from livestock traders. Fekadu Lemma, an economic analyst based in Addis Ababa, attributes the crisis to a “threefold pressure” of currency depreciation, logistics inefficiencies, and regional insecurity. “Farmers blame traders, traders blame taxes, and buyers blame everyone. “We saved about 20 percent compared to local market prices,” says the organizer, Samuel Bekele.
What they are doing is causing chaos and distrust,” Frey said, calling on the immigration agents to leave. But a witness at the scene said Macklin Good had been trying to leave when she was shot. There was no attempt to run the officer over and no ICE agents appear to be hurt,” she wrote on X. “Get out of our city.”Victim ‘extremely compassionate’In social media accounts, Macklin Good described herself as a “poet and writer and wife and mom”. He described Macklin Good as a devoted Christian who took part in youth mission trips to Northern Ireland when she was younger.
James AnyanzwaFrench retail giant Carrefour has entered Ethiopia’s fast-growing grocery market through a partnership with Queens Supermarket Plc, a subsidiary of Midroc Investment Group, the country’s largest private company. The franchise and supply partnership allows the roll-out of Carrefour banners, expertise and products in Africa’s second most populous nation, with about 135 million people. Under the agreement, Carrefour will support Midroc teams in transforming the entire store network under Carrefour banners and implementing an ambitious expansion plan. The United States, Europe, Turkiye, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates are among the leading suppliers of food and beverage products sold through Ethiopia’s grocery retail sector. Carrefour operates in Africa through franchise partnerships with Majid Al Futtaim and CFAO Retail.
SINGAPORE, 8 January 2026: Ethiopian Airlines will launch a new thrice-weekly passenger service to Lyon, France, via Geneva, Switzerland, starting 2 July 2026. With the addition of Lyon, Ethiopian Airlines will expand its network in France to three destinations, in addition to Paris and Marseille, further strengthening its presence in Europe. Flight scheduleEthiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew commented: “We are delighted to expand our presence in France with the addition of Lyon to our extensive global network. France has long been a key market for Ethiopian Airlines. (Source: Ethiopian Airlines)
Abebe Aemro Selassie, an Ethiopian national, will retire as Director of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund on May 1, 2026, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva announced on Tuesday. During his tenure, the IMF added a twenty-fifth chair to its Executive Board, strengthening the voice of sub-Saharan Africa. Abebe joined the IMF in 1994 and has spent more than three decades at the institution. His previous roles include Deputy Director of the African Department, mission chief for Portugal and South Africa, division chief of the Regional Studies Division, and senior resident representative in Uganda. He also worked on IMF programmes in Turkey, Thailand, Romania, and Estonia, as well as on policy and operational reviews and economic research.
