SCCI Delegation Reaches Ethiopia To Participate In Ethio-Pakistan Trade Forum
(@FahadShabbir)SIALKOT, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 27th May, 2024) A 12-member delegation of the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), led by its president Abdul Ghafoor Malik, reachhed Addis Ababa for participation in the Ethio-Pakistan Trade Forum facilitated by the Embassy of Ethiopia in Pakistan. According to the SCCI, sharing his views with the Ethiopian media, SCCI President Abdul Ghafoor Malik expressed his honor for being part of the Pakistani trade delegation to Ethiopia. Malik highlighted the visit as a pivotal moment for enhancing trade and investment between Pakistan and Ethiopia. He commended Ethiopia's efforts to liberalize its economy and improve trade policies, creating a conducive environment for international business. Malik expressed eagerness to explore joint ventures and partnerships, adding that the visit would lead to deeper collaboration and mutual prosperity.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 27, 2024 12:56 UTC
Egyptian artist wins Norval Sovereign African Art Prize – New Business Ethiopia
Norval Foundation and The Sovereign Art Foundation (SAF), announce Weaam El Masry (b. 1976, Egypt) as the winner of The Norval Sovereign African Art Prize (NSAAP) 2024 Public Vote and $2,000 for her work ‘Fragments’. On hearing of her win, El Masry said: “I am deeply grateful and honored to be selected as the Public Vote Prize Winner for the Norval Sovereign African Art Prize 2024. The Public Vote Winner announcement marks the conclusion of The NSAAP 2024; an annual award that celebrates the practices of leading contemporary artists from Africa and its diaspora. 1963, Morocco) was announced the Grand Prize Winner, taking home $35,000 and a future solo exhibition at the Norval Foundation.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
May 27, 2024 12:26 UTC
Ethiopia opens domestic scheduled market to charter carriers
In a move designed to open up the domestic airline market, the Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority has authorised private charter carriers to break into Ethiopia's scheduled domestic passenger and cargo market. In a statement released on social media, the authority revealed that it had already granted licences to Ethiopian air transport operators to provide regular passenger and cargo flights in addition to the charter services they currently provide. Ethiopian Airlines (ET, Addis Ababa International) is currently the only scheduled carrier in the East African country, while there are eight active passenger charter operators, according to the ch-aviation PRO airlines module - Abyssinia Flight Services, Aquarius Aviation, East African Aviation, Midroc Aviation, National Airways (Ethiopia), Trans Nation Airways, Walya Airways, and Zemen Flying Service. The Ethiopian regulator underlined that it had been undergoing a transformation over the last two years and has been updating procedures and introducing new ones to encourage the participation of the private sector in operating domestic routes. ch-aviation has approached Ethiopian Airlines for comment.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 27, 2024 10:50 UTC
Potatoes: So Familiar, So Much More to Learn
A staple food for the world's population, potatoes are rich in carbohydrates, providing a primary source of energy. Potatoes are a vital part of the global food system and play a critical role in strengthening world food security and alleviating poverty. World Food and Agriculture – Statistical Yearbook 2023This publication offers a synthesis of the major factors at play in the global food and agricultural landscape. Accelerated vocational training in agriculture curriculum of module on field crop production: potatoThis curriculum aims to train young people and introduce them to areas related to potato production. Fair prices for Irish potatoes in Rwanda – A new price-setting mechanismRwanda is home to around 300 000 Irish potato smallholder farmers and is one of the top-ten producers of Irish potatoes in Africa.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 27, 2024 09:45 UTC
Edited footage shows Ethiopian soldiers captured by rebels in Oromia region, not Amhara
Edited footage shows Ethiopian soldiers captured by rebels in Oromia region, not AmharaThe armed conflicts in Ethiopia’s Oromia and Amhara regions of Ethiopia have attracted the attention of the international community, with the US ambassador to Ethiopia recently calling on all parties to find a peaceful solution. Armed conflictsThe Ethiopian army is fighting rebel forces in both Oromia and Amhara – the two most populous regions in the country. However, the video shared on Facebook doesn’t show government soldiers captured by Fano in the Amhara region. The original video is a minute and 10 seconds long, and is captioned “Ethiopian government captive soldiers”. Screenshot from the original footage showing an OLA fighter guarding the captives, taken on May 22, 2024The original footage also features background music praising the OLA struggle in Afaan Oromoo.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 27, 2024 07:43 UTC
Chebet breaks 10,000m record
EUGENE: Kenyan Beatrice Chebet shattered the women’s 10,000 metres world record at the Prefontaine Classic on Saturday, as Britain’s Josh Kerr beat arch-rival Jakob Ingebrigtsen in the mile race at the Eugene Diamond League meet. Chebet clocked 28 minutes 54.14 seconds, taking nearly seven seconds off the previous world record set by Ethiopian Letesenbet Gidey three years ago to qualify for the event at the Paris Olympics. Ingebrigtsen, twice world champion over 5,000 metres, tried to find another gear but could not get past Kerr who crossed the line in a national record time of 3:45.34. Making his season debut after missing eight months due to an Achilles injury, Ingebrigtsen finished in 3:45.60 with American Yared Nuguse third. The 2019 world champion beat Omanyala by 0.03 seconds with American Brandon Hicklin third in 10.08.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 27, 2024 01:05 UTC
Ethiopia Coffee trounce Hambericho, Hawassa beat Hadiya
Ethiopia Coffee produced their highest scoring game of the Ethiopian Premier League season on Sunday when they walloped Hambericho 6-1, while Hawassa pipped Hadiya Hossana 2-1. Amanuel Yohannis opened the scoring for Ethiopia Coffee with a 16th-minute penalty. Ethiopia Coffee go fourth with 44 points while Hambericho remain rooted at the bottom of the table. In the day's other match Hawassa City beat Hadiya Hossana 2-1, much to the delight of their 'home fans'. Former Hadiya Hossana striker Dawa Hotessa proved to be their nemesis when he equalised for Hawassa.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 26, 2024 22:54 UTC
One-on-One with Evan Power | Facing South Florida
One-on-One with Evan Power | Facing South Florida CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks to Evan Power, the chair of the Republican Party of Florida, about the party's plans this election year, the voter registration advantage for Republicans in the state, and the sex scandal that forced out his predecessor Christian Ziegler. Guest: Evan Power/Chair, Republican Party of Florida
Source:Ethiopian News
May 26, 2024 22:22 UTC
80-member ‘Business & Trade Delegation’ From Pakistan Arrives In Ethiopia
ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 26th May, 2024) An 80-member Business and Trade Delegation from Pakistan arrived in Addis Ababa early on Sunday to explore business, trade and investment opportunities in the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) for five days. This is the second Business and Trade Delegation organized, coordinated and facilitated by the Ethiopian Embassy Islamabad within one and half years of its establishment in Pakistan. The composition of the 2nd Business and Trade Delegation to Ethiopia is from across-sector that included agriculture and agro-processing, manufacturing, mining, tourism, ICT, fertilizer, chemicals, construction, pharmaceutical, surgical and other. The objectives of this delegation are to introduce extraordinary business, trade and investment opportunities and incentives in diverse economic sectors of Ethiopia to the delegation and establish a solid connection between the business community of the two countries for further solidifying the Ethio-Pakistan relations. The delegation is arranged, coordinated and facilitated by the Ethiopian Embassy Islamabad after launching a comprehensive and massive mobilization campaign across Pakistan for mobilising the business community from major economic sectors of Pakistan.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 26, 2024 19:00 UTC
IFAD delegation discusses rural development gains of Rwanda – New Business Ethiopia
A high-level delegation from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), led by Gérardine Mukeshimana, IFAD Vice-President, visited Rwanda this week to discuss the country’s progress in developing rural areas. These productive discussions focused on strengthening strategies to address the challenges faced by Rwanda’s agricultural sector and IFAD’s innovative financial offering to unlock further investments,” it said. Additionally, the project empowers small-scale farmers by promoting increased income opportunities and food security. The visit reaffirms IFAD’s unwavering commitment to supporting Rwanda’s long-term rural development goals. Since 1981, IFAD has co-financed 21 rural development programs and projects, with a total investment of US$791 million, benefiting over 1.5 million Rwandan households.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
May 26, 2024 17:51 UTC
80-member business, trade delegation from Pakistan arrives in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
ADDIS ABABA, MAY 26 /DNA/ – A 80-Member Business and Trade Delegation from the Islamic Republic of Pakistan has arrived in Addis Ababa early on Sunday to explore business, trade and investment opportunities in the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) for the five days. This is the second Business and Trade Delegation organized, coordinated and facilitated by the Ethiopian Embassy Islamabad within one and half year of its establishment in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. A large number of giant businesspeople including industrialists and investors are the part of this Business and Trade Delegation and will stay in Addis Ababa from May 26th to May 31st, 2024 for business engagements including participation in the 6th International Manufacturing Trade Fair, Ethio-Pakistan Business Forum, B2B and B2G meetings, industrial parks visits, and cultural nights. The composition of the 2nd Business and Trade Delegation to Ethiopia is from across-sector that included agriculture and agro-processing, manufacturing, mining, tourism, ICT, fertilizer, chemicals, construction, pharmaceutical, surgical and other. The objectives of this delegations are to introduce extraordinary business, trade and investment opportunities and incentives in diverse economic sectors of Ethiopia to the delegation and establish a solid connection between the business community of the two countries for further solidifying the Ethio-Pakistan relations.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 26, 2024 17:42 UTC
AFRODAD demands debt justice on Africa Day – New Business Ethiopia
On Africa Day celebration, the African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) recognizes the continent’s remarkable achievements in securing major positions to influence global economic, financial, and tax policies. However, AFRODAD also draws attention to Africa’s deepening debt entanglement, with debt levels having increased by a staggering 183 percent since 2010. African nations are now spending a total of$74 billion on debt service in 2024 alone, or a shocking $203 million in daily repayment terms. AFRODAD underscores that Africa is a net creditor to the world and has already paid its debtsthrough the exploitation of its economic resources by creditor nations and institutions. Urgent reform of the global debt architecture is imperative to equalize loan contraction processes, including the overhaul of debt sustainability frameworks and credit rating assessments.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
May 26, 2024 17:22 UTC
Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda: First Year, Top Performers…
The areas of focus are on security, economy, jobs, agriculture, infrastructure, monetary policy and fuel subsidy. THEWILL notes that the consensus expectation is that President Tinubu will effect changes to his cabinet in the coming days. The second is the restoration of flights between Nigeria and the UAE through the diplomatic effort of President Tinubu. Looking ahead, he said, “In our next budget, we want to build a ‘Renewed Hope City’. Minister of Sports Development, John EnohMinister of Sports Development, John Enoh, is the 36th Minister of Sports.
Source:Ethiopian News
May 26, 2024 10:22 UTC