Bekele returns to Olympics after 12 years
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.
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May 18, 2024 02:32 UTC
Ethiopia: House Reviews Export Incentive Reform Bill
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.
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May 18, 2024 00:32 UTC
IMF to release $150 million to Tanzania – New Business Ethiopia
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.
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May 17, 2024 21:17 UTC
Ethiopia,Pakistan agree to collaborate in education sector
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.
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May 17, 2024 21:07 UTC
IFAD, Senegal launch Africa integrated climate risk management program – New Business Ethiopia
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.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
May 17, 2024 20:29 UTC
Ethiopia: Ministry of Revenues Collects Over Birr 425 Billion in Taxes
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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May 17, 2024 19:43 UTC
All about Connie Britton | Heritage, relationship, career
A wonderful example of a successful person is Connie Britton. Where was Connie Britton born? Heritage: $15 millionIs Connie Britton single? As of today, August 5, 2021, Connie Britton, who was born on March 6, 1967, is 54 years old. How did Connie Britton start her professional career?
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May 17, 2024 19:42 UTC
Second-Generation Ethiopian Diaspora Encouraged to Contribute to Nat’l Development
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.
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May 17, 2024 19:21 UTC
Somaliland eyes Ethiopia's recognition amid Somalia tensions – DW – 05
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.
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May 17, 2024 19:18 UTC
Senegal’s new prime minister criticizes French military presence in the West African country
DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Senegal’s new prime minister, who was freed from jail weeks before the presidential election earlier this year and propelled his party to victory, has criticized the French military presence in the West African country. Sonko was speaking late Thursday at an event held jointly with the French far-left politician Jean-Luc Mélenchon in the capital, Dakar. “I want to reiterate Senegal’s desire for self-determination, which is incompatible with the long-term presence of foreign military bases in Senegal,” Sonko said. Following coups in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger, all three nations have expelled French troops and turned to Russia instead for help fighting yearslong insurgencies there. The three nations also formed their own alliance of Sahel states, causing a split within the Economic Community of West African States, or ECOWAS.
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May 17, 2024 19:09 UTC
Ethiopia Renews Fight Against Malaria on World Malaria Day
Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health (MOH) partnered with the World Health Organization (WHO) to observe World Malaria Day (WMD) in Jigjiga City. Dr. Hiwot Solomon, MOH’s lead executive officer for Disease Prevention and Control, stressed the severe impacts of Malaria in sub-Saharan Africa, including Ethiopia. Dr. Mussie Ahmed, Head of the Somali Regional Health Bureau, echoed the need for collaboration between regional and federal health authorities as well as anti-malaria partners such as the World Health Organization. As Ethiopia reflects on World Malaria Day, the message is clear: unified, focused, and sustainable action is essential to curb the malaria burden, embark towards national elimination, and ensure health equity for all” Dr. Ayalneh Melesse, Malaria Specialist with WHO Ethiopia said on behalf of Dr. Owen Laws Kaluwa, WHO, Representative to Ethiopia. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Health Organization (WHO) – Ethiopia.
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May 17, 2024 18:56 UTC
FAAN begins sale of e-tags at airports
The Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has begun the sale of electronic tags (e-tags) at airports. In a statement on Friday, FAAN said the initiative is in line with the presidential directive that mandates the use of e-tags for accessing the nation’s federal airports. Mr. Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, stated on May 14 that everyone, including the president and vice president, would pay tolls at the nation’s airports. FAAN statement reads: “Following the presidential directive that all citizens are mandated to pay for e-tags at all 24 federal airports across the country, we wish to inform the general public that the e-tags are available for sale from Friday, 17th May, 2024 at the following location. Contact: 08034633527 or 08137561615.”FAAN said there will be an option to pay in cash at the access gates for motorists without e-tags.
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May 17, 2024 15:36 UTC
Miami man arrested during "vigilante-style" operation to catch child predators
Miami man arrested during "vigilante-style" operation to catch child predators Miami-Dade police say a man is facing charges after he showed up at a house thinking he would have relations with a minor.
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May 17, 2024 15:30 UTC
Paris 2024: Are Kenenisa Bekele & Eliud Kipchoge set for final showdown?
One of the great athletics rivalries of all time will be renewed at Paris 2024 after Kenenisa Bekele was named in Ethiopia's marathon squad. However, his second-placed finish in the London Marathon last month means Bekele will come up against Kenyan great Eliud Kipchoge on 10 August. On that occasion Kipchoge took gold in the 5,000m, with Morocco's Hicham El Guerrouj in second place and Bekele taking bronze. Kipchoge has established himself as an all-time great since switching to marathon-running in 2013, winning 11 major races alongside his two Olympic gold medals. Now, 21 years on from their first battle in the French capital, this could be the final time Bekele and Kipchoge go head-to-head.
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May 17, 2024 14:19 UTC
Cooperation between Russia and Ethiopia in the field of science and technology
The creation of the Centre allowed countries to expand joint research and launch new areas of work in genomics, agrobiology, and other fields. The results of joint research in the future will have fundamental and practical implications not only for Ethiopia but also for the whole world. Joint Space ResearchAnother very promising area of scientific cooperation between Russia and Ethiopia is the field of space research. In recent years, the African country has been actively developing its own research base in the fields of space research, remote sensing of the Earth, and space communications. Cooperation in the field of technologyAnother promising area for mutual cooperation between Russia and Ethiopia is the field of technology.
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May 17, 2024 13:51 UTC