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Their daughter Annie was just one year old at the time. Now, fifteen years later, Avril and Annie are travelling together to see the work that first inspired their family’s involvement. The event carries special significance for Orbis Ireland, as over a third of children in Ethiopia are affected by trachoma, a blinding yet completely preventable eye disease. Reflecting on the weekend, Clare O’Dea, Chairperson at Orbis Ireland, said: “This annual trip is not only crucial in raising funds but also in showing supporters our vital work in Ethiopia. Orbis Ireland is a registered charity in IrelandPictured: Annie and Avril Whelan participating at the Great Ethiopian Run 2025, in Addis Ababa with Orbis Ireland.

Ethiopia and Kenya have agreed to support joint investment and partnership initiatives between Ethio Telecom and Safaricom, signaling growing policy alignment around regional digital infrastructure and cross-border connectivity in the Horn of Africa. In a social media post, President Ruto said Kenya and Ethiopia will keep strengthening their partnership while working to promote regional peace and security. He added that both nations have renewed their commitment to economic integration, digital advancement, and shared prosperity. He said discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties and exchanging views on regional peace and security in the Horn of Africa. Beyond telecommunications, the leaders also discussed cooperation on peace, security, and African-led solutions to shared regional challenges, reinforcing the link between digital infrastructure, economic resilience, and long-term regional stability.

News IndustryKefi says it has secured $340 million to develop the Tulu Kapi gold mineThe project targets first production in 2027 after several schedule setbacksAnnual output is expected to reach 164,000 ounces in the early yearsAfter several delays in recent years, mining company Kefi Gold and Copper says it is now well positioned to launch the development of its Tulu Kapi gold project in Ethiopia. Earlier this year, the situation again forced the company to push back the start of production at Tulu Kapi to 2027, from 2026 previously. Kefi executive chairman Harry Anagnostaras-Adams said the company has now secured full financing for the launch of the Tulu Kapi gold project, which it considers one of the highest-grade gold development projects in Africa. He said the company is moving into the development phase in Ethiopia, with first production expected in 2027 and full-capacity output targeted for 2028. Through Tulu Kapi, Kefi Gold and Copper aims to develop a mine capable of producing 164,000 ounces of gold per year over the first seven years of operation.

Delaware State trooper, gunman killed in shooting at DMV office A Delaware State trooper and a gunman were killed in a shooting at a Department of Motor Vehicles office in Wilmington, officials said.

The Apple Card looks different from a traditional credit card — there's no number on the front and the users' name is etched in metal. The card expands the company's digital Apple Pay services, marrying the physical card to a virtual one and integrating both with the iPhone. But they will earn cash back on their purchases — 3 per cent on Apple purchases, 2 per cent on those with the virtual card and 1 per cent with the physical card. Apple says it is the only card to provide those rewards in real time, so that cash earned can be used immediately. That means that even if someone steals your phone, they won't be able to use the card to buy things.

In Ethiopia, the United States signed a bilateral global health cooperation MOU totaling $1.466 billion. In Botswana, the United States entered into a bilateral arrangement that increases Government of Botswana ownership of HIV clinical and community service delivery. In Madagascar, U.S. investments focus on malaria, maternal and child health, and global health security, while transitioning the infectious disease-focused community health workforce to national ownership. (More than $175 million total, more than $134 million in U.S. assistance, more than $41 million in recipient co-investment.) The United States remains committed to signing multi-year Bilateral MOUs on Global Health Cooperation in the coming weeks with dozens of countries receiving U.S. health assistance, advancing the America First Global Health Strategy.

Maryland pet pantry calls for community’s help after donated items were taken A Maryland pet pantry is calling for support from its community after its donated items were taken.

Boys' Latin School in Baltimore announces launch of Pre-K program Boys' Latin School in Baltimore is launching a pre-K program.

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Ethiopian Airlines has secured a 27.8 billion birr loan from the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia to fund a large-scale housing programme for its employees, marking a continuation of the carrier’s efforts to address staff welfare. The financing will support home construction for five thousand employees in the second phase of a broader initiative covering 20 thousand staff. The first phase delivered housing to 1,200 employees, while the second phase is expected to require an investment of 500 million US dollars. Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, which predates Ethiopian Airlines by three years, said the facility aligns with its strategy of supporting projects with long-term social and economic value. Ethiopian Airlines described the programme as a key component of its employee welfare strategy, aimed at easing housing pressures and improving retention among its workforce.

Around Town: Learning about Kwanzaa at Sankofa the Children’s Museum of African Cultures WJZ is learning about the week-long celebration of Kwanzaa and the history of the Sankofa Children’s Museum.

Senate bill would ban “surveillance pricing” that changes prices for individual shoppers A bill introduced in the Senate would ban "surveillance pricing" which changes prices for individual shoppers.

Brown University places campus police chief on leave, launches safety review after shooting Brown University has placed its campus police chief on leave and launched a safety review after a shooting on Dec. 13.

FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION SERVICE WITH LONG TERM AGREEMENT1. Description of the Contract: Freight Transportation Services for Emergency Responses and Developmental Programmes across the country with framework contact. – Publication Reference: PTN – 037 / 2025– Specific Location – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia2. How to obtain the Tender Dossierw The tender dossier is available from the Contracting Authority by ONLY contactingthe following Email addresses:log.ethiopia@coopi.org and logistic.eth@coopi.orgw Tender proposals can be submitted from 21 December 2025 to 19 January 2026 from Monday to Friday 08:30 AM to 05:00 PM at COOPI Coordination Office in Addis Ababa, Bole Sub city, Woreda 06, House Number: 0885. w Tender opening date: 20 January 2026 at 10:30 AM;w Any proposal received after this deadline will NOT be considered.