Core drilling at Segele Mine, (Photo: Akobo Minerals)Addis Abeba – Akobo Minerals has announced that it has hit a gold ore body underground at the Segele mine in Gambella region after 13 years of exploration. In a statement sent to Addis Standard the Scandinavian-based Ethiopian gold exploration and boutique mining said the achievement marks a significant milestone in the company’s history, making it “one of few mining companies that have successfully navigated the path from exploration to mining”According to the statement, the Segele mine which is located in Dima district of Anuak zone of Gambella region, is one of the world’s highest concentrations of gold resources, with an average grade of 22.7 grams of gold per ton of ore. “This high grade translates to remarkably low operating costs, especially noteworthy given the current gold price close to $2,000/oz,” it added. “After first encountering the mineralization in the early part of 2020 and now finally hitting this unique discovery underground, it is a significant moment for our organization and all our supporters out there,” the statement quoted Jørgen Evjen, CEO of Akobo Minerals as saying. The company is set to commence production from the pilot plant, while the commissioning of the main plant will kick off as soon as it extracts meaningful material with gold from the mine. In March the company announced that it has intersected visible gold at 282 meters vertical depth, as well as seeing signs of further potential gold mineralization in several sections along this latest hole.

East African Holding Group announced that the Lemi National Cement Factory, with a daily clinker cement production capacity of 10,000 tons, will be completed in March. The clinker unit, essential for cement production, and the assembly of the pipe transferring mixed raw materials to the next process have been completed after 11 months of construction in the Amhara Region. Lemi cement project is located in Amhara Regional State, North Shewa Zone, Ensaro Woreda, 130 km north of Addis Ababa. The factory, a joint investment by Ethiopian and Chinese investors, is anticipated to become the largest cement factory in Africa upon operation. The ceremony marking the progress was attended by various dignitaries, including the Chairman of East Africa Holding and National Cement Factory and representatives from the construction company Sinoma International Engineering.

Ethiopian Meat Producers '-Exporters' Association (EMPEA) has set a target of earning USD 135 million by exporting 25,607 tons of meat products in the current fiscal year. This illegal activity has also undermined the quality of meat products destined for export. The main destinations for Ethiopian meat and related products are UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia. Ethiopia ranks sixth in the world in livestock resources. A National Red Meat Strategy which was formulated to increase red meat production and export, enhance the red meat markets, and develop the productivity of feed industries was launched in November 2022.

JSI and a consortium of partners was recently awarded another investment to support Ethiopia’s primary health care system and deliver high-quality reproductive, maternal, newborn, child health, and nutrition (RMNCHN) services. The four-year Strengthening Service Delivery Project will begin at the end of 2023 with the generous support of the Gates Foundation. Over the past 30 years, Ethiopia’s substantial investments in its primary health care system have increased access to health services and improved people’s health status. However, maintaining and building upon the primary health system with integrated and streamlined services remains a challenge. In all, this opportunity will result in higher quality primary health service delivery and improved RMNCHN outcomes.

Air France-KLM Group and Etihad Airways have taken a significant step in enhancing customer loyalty benefits by announcing a new partnership between their respective loyalty programs. Members of Flying Blue, the loyalty program of Air France and KLM, along with Etihad Guest, the loyalty program of Etihad Airways, will now have the opportunity to earn and redeem miles across both programs. It opens up more than 60 new routes for customers of both Air France-KLM and Etihad Airways, covering a wide range of global destinations. Similarly, Etihad Guest Miles can be utilized for flights, hotel accommodations, vacations, and items from the Etihad Guest Reward Shop. This partnership between Air France-KLM and Etihad Airways represents a significant leap in enhancing the customer experience, offering more flexibility, choice, and rewards for loyal passengers of these leading airlines.

Treat your feet this winter with some Black Friday deals from Merrell. Whether you’re looking for a new pair of walking boots, warm winter slides or just a pair of high quality, comfortable boots you’ll never want to take off, Merrell has it – for up to 60% off. Now through December 1, Merrell is offering a selection of their comfortable and cozy winter-ready hiking boots, boots and slippers for up to 30% off, including best-selling options like the Jungle Moc timeless or the ultra-comfortable Moab 3 boots (for the latter, Gore-Tex styles are excluded), and there will be further discounts of up to 60% off on Black Friday. To help you find the best deals on their most popular shoes, we rounded up the most popular discount options from Merrell to shop now through Cyber ​​​​​​Monday. HuffPost and its publishing partners may receive a commission from certain purchases made through links on this page.

The leader of NaMA, Belete Molla (PhD) is the current Ethiopian minister of Innovation and Technology (Photo:Nama/Facebook)Addis Abeba – The National Movement of Amhara (NaMA) has issued an appeal to the government to engage in peace talks regarding the ongoing conflict in Amhara region between the federal government and a non-state militia group, Fano. Additionally, NaMA called for an impartial investigation into human rights violations occurring during the conflict. The attacks targeted a school and a bus station over the past week, raising concerns about human rights abuses amidst ongoing clashes in Amhara. In light of these facts, there has been increasing calls for all involved parties in the conflict in the Amhara region to engage in peace talks. Recently, the International Crisis Group has called upon the Ethiopian government to initiate peace talks to address the escalating conflict in the Amhara region.

Ethiopian Airlines has recently begun flying from London Gatwick. The new Gatwick flights to Addis Ababa will operate three times weakly on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. The Gatwick flights join the established daily service from London Heathrow T2 to Addis Ababa. Ethiopian also flies five times a week from Manchester to Addis Ababa, connecting to over 60 African destinations and to the Far East & Asia. Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew said, “We are excited to add Gatwick to our vast global network.”Stephanie Wear, VP Aviation Development, London Gatwick said: “As the largest carrier in Africa, this is an excellent addition to our network and adds a valuable, direct connection to Eastern Africa.”Learn more about : Ethiopian Airlines ( United Kingdom )

UCI Cyclo-Cross World Cup – Dublin Men 2023Pim Ronhaar won the cyclo-cross World Cup in Dublin on Sunday. But all in all it was a great race on a very difficult course.”UCI Cyclo-Cross World Cup – Dublin Men Result:1. Dublin’23:UCI Cyclo-Cross World Cup – Dublin Women 2023Lucinda Brand convincingly won the Dublin 2023 World Cup cyclo-cross on Sunday. Uijtdebroeks looks ahead to the 2024 Tour of Italy with the Flemish newspaper. “What better way to spread this message than through an extremely inspiring cycling team?

Virgin Australia is set to expand its fleet with the addition of six more Boeing MAX-8 aircraft, scheduled for delivery in the latter half of 2024. The new fleet addition, named ‘Bronte Beach,’ will make its debut in Brisbane, arriving from the United States. In addition to the MAX-8s, Virgin Australia’s existing order of 25 MAX-10s remains on track, with deliveries expected from late 2025. Virgin Australia prides itself on maintaining one of Australia's youngest commercial fleets, currently averaging 11.7 years. A more modern, sustainable, and streamlined fleet is central to our ongoing transformation.”Virgin Australia’s fleet expansion and upgrade underscore its dedication to meeting the evolving needs of its customers and its commitment to a sustainable future in aviation.

The primary aim of Ethiopian federalism is to accommodate the country's diverse ethnic groups. Ethiopian federalism grants ethnic groups the right to self-determination. How Ethiopian federalism worksEthiopia's approach to federalism is bold compared to other highly diverse African federal states. The working of Ethiopian federalism, however, depends on the party system. Key challengesOne of the primary challenges of Ethiopian federalism lies in its inability to entirely resolve conflicts.

Official AKOBO MINERALS AB (PUBL) press releaseOSLO , 27 November 2023 : Akobo Minerals AB (Euronext and Frankfurt : AKOBO) (OTCQX:AKOBF). With an average grade of 22.7 grams of gold per ton of ore, Segele is one of the world's highest concentration gold resources. However, hitting the ore body has been delayed by several months due to rectifying major mistakes by the former contract miner. Akobo Minerals has emerged as the foremost gold exploration company in Ethiopia , boasting over 13 years of dedicated on-the-ground experience. Akobo Minerals places great emphasis on meeting and exceeding industry standards, fully complying with all aspects of the JORC code, 2012.

The Egyptian Justice Party said that Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s attempts to demand maritime access to a port on the Red Sea has raised concerns among Ethiopia’s neighboring countries. A statement from the party said: “The speech of the Ethiopian Prime Minister before his country’s parliament, about what he called ‘the existential necessity for Ethiopia to reach an outlet in the Red Sea,’ continues to raise reactions and questions about the motives of the campaign launched by the Ethiopian Prime Minister.”The speech was well-received by Ethiopian media and political circles, the statement added, but has drawn out concern from neighbors such as Eritrea, Djibouti, and Somalia – countries that the speech addressed as potential destinations to guarantee the sea port. The Justice Party explained that Ethiopia seeks seaports in the Horn of Africa region as part of a plan that Abiy Ahmed desires to implement for his overall project to achieve economic progress for Ethiopia and overcome its status as a landlocked country, thereby increasing Ethiopia’s insistence on owning shares in seaports in the region.

The Horn of Africa and the adjacent Red Sea is a strategically important area that has been ravaged by instability. To buttress his argument, Abiy referenced legendary nineteenth-century Abyssinian emperors and warriors who proclaimed the Red Sea as Ethiopia’s “natural boundary”. Abiy’s calls for Ethiopia to acquire a sea port have, understandably, encountered pushback from Somalia, Djibouti, and Eritrea. Following the war, Assab remained part of Eritrea, forcing Ethiopia to explore other trading routes. Following the devastating war, Ethiopia and Eritrea remained stuck in a no peace-no war stalemate marked by both sides funding each other’s militant opposition groups.

The historic Cobbs Hill Methodist Church recently celebrated its 196th anniversary, holding a special service to commemorate the day. The Church received congratulations in the House of Assembly during the Friday session, with various Members of Parliament recognizing their milestone. Part of the new African Diaspora Heritage Trail, the Church was completed in November 17th, 1827. Their website notes that construction began in 1825 by free men, women and enslaved people, who “toiled in their spare time, mostly in the moonlight, cutting stone from nearby quarries and carrying it on their backs, shoulders, and heads to build their church.”Read More AboutCategory: All, History, News