African Development Bank, Ethiopia launch $94 Mn project to augment climate-resilient wheat value chain
The Climate Resilient Wheat Value Chain Development (CREW) Project has a total budget of US$94 million. The African Development Fund (ADF), part of the African Development Bank Group, is providing a US$54 million grant. The Netherlands will contribute US$20 million, while OCP-Africa and the Ethiopian government will each provide US$10 million. The CREW project comprises two main components. The CREW project is designed to address these objectives.”OCP-Africa CEO, Dr. Mohamed Anouar Jamali, said, “OCP Africa’s support for this project will address salinity and acidity issues affecting tens of millions of hectares.
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June 13, 2024 17:25 UTC
Ethiopia: Agreement Signed to Construct 2,000 Health Centers Across Ethiopia
Addis Ababa — The Ministry of Health has signed an agreement with three institutions to construct 2,000 health centers across Ethiopia five years. The Russian Pan-African PPP Development Center will cover the estimated more than 250 million USD cost to build the health centers. Health State Minister, Dr. Dereje Dugma said the project will build 2,000 health centers in five years. According to him, each of the health centers will enable 2,000 to 5,000 community members to access various medical services. Russian Pan-African PPP Development Center has more than 126 years relations in Ethiopia.
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June 13, 2024 16:52 UTC
Several cities giving away sandbags so resident can protect their homes during drenching rains
Several cities giving away sandbags so resident can protect their homes during drenching rains Tania Francois reports the sandbags are first come, first served and available while supplies last.
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June 13, 2024 16:45 UTC
Ethiopia’s New Draft Law Grants Investigators Power to Intercept Communications Without Court Order
Tagesse Chafo, Speaker of the Ethiopian Parliament (Photo : PD)borkenaToronto – A new draft law giving investigators power, without a court order, to intercept communication is reportedly under discussion in the Ethiopian Parliament. According to the proposed legislation, Investigators can simply get authorization from the office of the Attorney and can intercept communication and exchange of letters. “If the investigator body is in an emergency situation, it can get authorization from the chief of prosecutor institution in the area and collect information using the investigation,” according to the draft bill, as reported by the BBC Amharic. The source highlighted that the draft bill explained the need for increasing the fine. A relevant committee in the Ethiopian parliament is reportedly viewing details of the bill and will be presented to the parliament for approval.
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June 13, 2024 16:41 UTC
Rights groups challenge CBE’s 'name and shame' policy, describe it as a 'violation of privacy law'
In a statement, the privacy advocacy groups denounced this action as a “blatant violation of data protection laws and the constitutional right to privacy” in Ethiopia. In an attempt to recoup the missing funds, the bank identified 117 customers who had not returned the erroneously obtained money. “The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia must respect its obligations as a data controller and only collect, process, and share data within the law,” the rights groups stated. When questioned about the constitutionality of publishing personal information, Abe stated, “They are welcome to pursue legal charges, and we will address them through compensation. If individuals confess to withdrawing the funds and subsequently challenge the public disclosure of their information, the bank is prepared to engage in litigation.” AS
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June 13, 2024 16:37 UTC
First-ever U.S. Baggage Sanitization System Debuts at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 7
Clean, an innovator in safe, sanitized travel solutions, and JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company that manages JFK Terminal 7 and is currently building the state-of-the-art, $4.2 bn JFK Terminal 6, today announced the debut of Clean’s state-of-the-art luggage sanitization system at JFK Terminal 7 – the first of its kind at any U.S. airport. Terminal 7 currently handles over 2,000 flights per month from 14 domestic and international airline partners, including Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, ANA, Condor, Ethiopian Airlines, Frontier Airlines, HiSky Airlines, Kuwait, Icelandair, LOT Polish Airlines, Norse, and Sun Country Airlines. Clean’s introduction at JFK Terminal 7 marks a significant milestone in the travel industry’s ongoing efforts to combat the spread of infectious diseases and offer travelers a quick, turn-key solution to sanitize their baggage before bringing it home. “We are honored to partner with JFK’s Terminal 7 to bring Clean’s innovative sanitization technology to one of the world’s busiest and most iconic airports,” said Rodney Jones, CEO of Clean. Clean will allow passengers to sanitize their baggage after every flight.
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June 13, 2024 16:11 UTC
Ethiopia Revamps Role in Brics for Mutual Benefits
During the recent meeting of BRICS Foreign Ministers, Foreign Affairs Minister Taye Atskesellasie has indicated the commitment of Ethiopia to enhance its role in the BRICS bloc in line with its national development priorities. The Minister's statement also indicates that Ethiopia always remains committed to maintaining the benefits and interests of developing countries. Ensuring a fairer world order is important for every country and every citizen. Ethiopia has for long been fighting such aggression and imbalance in all forms like colonialism and the subsequent subjugation of developing countries. Through its membership in BRICS too, Ethiopia will continue to work towards peace and development of all other developing countries.
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June 13, 2024 15:46 UTC
African Economies to Grow 3.8% in 2024, Afreximbank Projects – Ethiopian Monitor
African economies will grow on average by 3.8% in 2024 prior to increasing by 4% next year, according to an African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) project. Afreximbank’s African Trade and Economic Outlook Report 2024 launched today also says the continent’s economies face several downside risks. Despite the challenges, the Afreximbank says the outlook remains positive and most macroeconomic indicators are expected to improve in 2024 and 2025. Per the economist, Africa’s trade contracted by 6.3% in 2023 after expanding by 15.9% in 2022 while Intra-African trade expanded by 3.2% over the same period. According to Dr. Kale: “One group believes that increased urbanization and industrialisation associated with the AfCFTA will worsen carbon emissions.
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June 13, 2024 15:36 UTC
A Call to Increase Awareness about the Unrecognized Amhara Genocide in Ethiopia!
The genocide started to intensify 6 years ago all over Ethiopia, especially in the newly created region known as Oromia. Similarly, the current Amhara genocide is committed with a sponsorship and active participation of the ruling prosperity party (PP). As we know, the Amhara genocide is multifaceted that includes physical, educational, cultural and religious annihilation. Although many historical, geopolitical and international factors contribute to this deafness, the primary weakness lies on Ethiopian elites, especially on Amhara elites because:Unlike professor Asrat, the Amhara elites failed to foresee that the Amhara genocide was coming ahead of time. In this world where the subject pronoun I and self-interest come first, the Amhara people should understand that no one in the world but only themselves shall increase awareness about Amhara genocide and ascertain their survival through firm struggle.
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June 13, 2024 15:00 UTC
AfDB, Ethiopia Launch $94m Project to Boost Wheat Value Chain
AfDB, Ethiopia Launch $94m Project to Boost Wheat Value ChainThe African Development Bank Group and the government of Ethiopia, in partnership with the Netherlands, fertilizer company OCP-Africa, and the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA), have launched an ambitious project to transform Ethiopia from a wheat importer to a self-sufficient producer and exporter. The total cost of the Climate Resilient Wheat Value Chain Development (CREW) Project is $94 million. AAAP is integrating climate risk assessment and digital adaptation solutions into the wheat value chain, supporting capacity building through deployment of digital climate advisory services (DCAS), and co-designing digital adaptation solutions in a wheat farmer registration system. The CREW project has two main components. He welcomed the project, which he said has great potential for irrigated wheat development in his state.
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June 13, 2024 13:04 UTC
Qatar's Sheikh Tamim Engages Somali and Ethiopian Leaders Amid Red Sea Deal Dispute"
Qatar's Sheikh Tamim Engages Somali and Ethiopian Leaders Amid Red Sea Deal Dispute"MOGADISHU, Somalia - The emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, recently held separate phone conversations with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed amid escalating tensions between the two neighboring countries. The discussions were centered around a controversial deal that Ethiopia reached with the breakaway region of Somaliland earlier this year, which granted Ethiopia access to the Red Sea. During the phone talks, Sheikh Tamim emphasized the importance of resolving the dispute through dialogue and peaceful means. The emir's conversations with the Somali and Ethiopian leaders come at a critical time, as the dispute over the Red Sea deal threatens to further destabilize an already volatile region. Sheikh Tamim's phone talks with President Hassan Sheikh and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed are seen as part of Qatar's efforts to defuse tensions and promote dialogue between the two countries.
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June 13, 2024 11:48 UTC
Ethiopia shifts sale focus to local investors
Ethiopia halted the sale of shares of its state-owned operator Ethio Telecom to foreign companies, to prioritise domestic retail investors instead, reported Bloomberg. The government wanted to sell 45% of Ethio Telecom to foreign investors in a move to keep the operator competitive against Safaricom. Eid added that Ethiopia will push to sell a 10% stake to retail investors who are “showing appetite. But a sale to foreign investors is not off the table as the process will resume after the company lists on the Ethiopian Securities Exchange that starts operations in October. According to Bloomberg, Ethio Telecom had 74.6 million subscribers in January and reported 11 billion birr ($191.6 million) profit its H1 results.
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June 13, 2024 11:44 UTC
First-ever U.S. Baggage Sanitization System Debuts at John F. Kennedy International Airport's Terminal 7
"We are thrilled to be the nation's first airport terminal to make this groundbreaking technology available to our passengers," said Steve Thody, CEO, JFK Millennium Partners. About JFK Millennium PartnersJFK Millennium Partners (JMP) is the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) to build and operate John F. Kennedy International Airport's new world-class, $4.2 billion Terminal 6, currently under construction and set to open in 2026. As part of its agreement with the Port Authority, JMP also currently manages JFK Terminal 7, which will be demolished in 2026 to make way for the second phase of Terminal 6 construction. With its scalable technology, strong value proposition, and growing network of partners, Clean is well-positioned to revolutionize travel hygiene and become an indispensable asset for airports and airlines worldwide. View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/first-ever-us-baggage-sanitization-system-debuts-at-john-f-kennedy-international-airports-terminal-7-302171449.htmlSOURCE JFK Millennium Partners
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June 13, 2024 11:18 UTC
Grenfell Tower fire: The East African communities uniting for justice
The East African communities uniting for Grenfell justice8 hours ago By Ayshea Buksh , BBC News ShareBBC Members of the Grenfell Ethio-Eritrea Group, pictured near the tower blockOf the 72 people who lost their lives in the Grenfell Tower fire seven years ago, the Ethiopian and Eritrean communities were among the hardest hit. Bedriya, who describes them as a "wonderful family", tells me: "I don't wish anybody to go through this, losing five members of their family. They included the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, the London Fire Brigade and companies involved in the refurbishment of Grenfell Tower, such as Arconic, Celotex and Kingspan. Outside of official events, the Ethio-Eritrea Grenfell group meet up regularly to socialise, share information and support each other. Daniel has also guided them through the lengthy, complex and at times technical Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry.
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June 13, 2024 11:16 UTC
Trans row as Sharron Davies lambasts BBC’s director of sport over ‘massively offensive’ comment: 'It's sex! It's biology!'
Sharron Davies has taken a swipe at the BBC’s new director of sport after he made a “massively offensive” comment in 2019. Alex Kay-Jelski wrote an article stating that the likes of Davies and Martina Navratilova were “not experts” on the issue of trans competitors in women’s events. His piece, written in The Times, had also suggested having separate categories for trans athletes was similar to having “special categories for Jamaican sprinters and Ethiopian marathon runners”. The Olympic silver medallist said the comments were “massively offensive” as she questioned the broadcaster’s decision. “My daughter is mixed race and does track and field, I take massive offence to that.
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June 13, 2024 10:47 UTC