Breaking Barriers: Ethiopia’s First Female Cadets Navigate a Male-Dominated Maritime Future
Previously, there was minimal demand for female cadets from hiring companies. Of the 27 female cadets, five—Meklit Melaku, Tsega Maru, Finoteloza Girma, Rediet Yilma, and Beminet Mengistu—were interviewed for this article. After this, she believes, people will define me as a seafaring officer, the first EMTI female cadet. “We take care of female cadets better than male cadets. There are no challenges from the respective male classmates, and actually, the female cadets perform better than male cadets in some instances,” he said.
Source:Ethiopian News
January 10, 2026 07:07 UTC
Neighboring magma flow likely awoke Ethiopian volcano dormant for 12,000 years
A satellite image from November 23 of last year shows the spread of volcanic ash during the eruption. Credit: NASA WorldviewOn November 23 of last year, at 11:30 AM (local time), the Hayli Gubbi volcano in Afar, Ethiopia, erupted. Fortunately, no one was injured or killed in the explosion, but nearby villages and pastures were covered in ash, causing hardship for residents who raise livestock. Hayli Gubbi had been a dormant volcano with no recorded eruptions for about 12,000 years. Scientists plan to carefully monitor the Hayli Gubbi area for potential future eruptions.
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January 10, 2026 06:51 UTC
Uganda's Kiplimo seeks third world cross country crown in a row
Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo, the reigning Chicago Marathon champion, will attempt to win his third consecutive men's crown at the World Cross Country Championships on Saturday in Tallahassee, Florida. Kiplimo could become only the fourth man to win three world cross country titles in a row after Ethiopia's Kenenisa Bekele (2002-2006), Kenya's Paul Tergat (1995-1999) and Kenya's John Ngugi (1986-1989). Ethiopia's Berihu Aregawi, the world cross country runner-up to Kiplimo the past two events, lost the 10-kilometer showdown by nine seconds in 2023 and only three seconds in 2024. France's Jimmy Gressier, the reigning world 10,000m champion, and European champion Thierry Ndikumwenayo of Spain look to contend, as does Adriaan Wildschutt, the South African half-marathon record holder who makes his world cross country debut. She has not competed in a cross country event since winning on home soil in the Sirikwa Classic last February.
Source:Ethiopian News
January 10, 2026 02:44 UTC
New Year, New Properties in Watertown Hosting Open Houses
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January 10, 2026 01:11 UTC
Ethiopia becomes key partner in China’s Africa push on infrastructure, green energy and AI
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Addis Ababa, urging deeper cooperation with one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies across infrastructure, green industries and the digital economy. Wang said Beijing was ready to better align its development strategies with Ethiopia to elevate their “all-weather strategic partnership," Reuters reported. Wang called for faster upgrades in trade and economic ties and for advancing what he described as “high-quality Belt and Road cooperation” between China and Africa, state news agency Xinhua reported. He also urged Ethiopia to provide a supportive environment for Chinese companies and described the country as playing a vital role in regional and global affairs. Both sides agreed to deepen collaboration in trade, infrastructure, energy, transport and legal cooperation, while expanding into areas such as e-commerce, artificial intelligence and green energy, as well as culture, tourism, education, media and think-tank exchanges.
Source:Ethiopian News
January 09, 2026 19:58 UTC
Watertown Police Hosting Tech Talk, Including on Traffic Cameras
The Watertown Police will discuss the technology used by the WPD at the Tuesday Night Talk on Jan. 21. Topics will include the cameras that can take pictures of license plates, body cameras, and more. See more info in the announcement from the Watertown Police, below. Tech Talk is just over two weeks away! DATE: January 21, 2026TIME: 6:30–8:30 PMLOCATION: Hosmer Elementary School – Learning Commons, 1 Concord Rd., WatertownPre-registration is helpful but not requiredIf you would like to pre-register:
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January 09, 2026 19:12 UTC
Dubai’s Coffee Museum pays tribute to the bean that brewed global connections
In the heart of Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, surrounded by wind towers and coral stone buildings, Dubai’s Coffee Museum is a must-stop for lovers of both culture and caffeine. Dubai Coffee Museum is in an old heritage house. The Coffee Museum explores that legacy while broadly examining the roots of the bean. You’ll sip freshly brewed gahwa (Arabic coffee) and nibble on dates while learning how beans were traded, roasted and brewed across continents. There’s a display of Ethiopian coffee rituals, believed to be the origin of coffee culture, complete with traditional jebena pots and ceremonial roasting pans.
Source:Ethiopian News
January 09, 2026 18:14 UTC
Chinese, Ethiopian FMs pledge to advance all-weather strategic partnership
ADDIS ABABA, Jan. 9 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday held talks with his Ethiopian counterpart Gedion Timothewos here, with both sides vowing to advance the all-weather strategic partnership. Ethiopia was chosen as the first stop of this year's visit because the two countries are all-weather strategic partners and should maintain regular strategic communication and strengthen comprehensive strategic cooperation, Wang said. The Chinese minister also said that China-Ethiopia relations are built on mutual understanding and close bonds between the two peoples. For his part, Gedion said Ethiopia's strategic partnership with China is comprehensive and strong. Ethiopia greatly appreciates it and stands ready to continue working with China to ensure that the all-weather strategic partnership between the two countries delivers greater benefits to their peoples, said Gedion.
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January 09, 2026 16:20 UTC
Israel unleashes wave of deadly attacks in Gaza; Border Patrol shoots married couple in Portland; Senate advances war powers to limit Trump in Venezuela
Senate advances war powers resolution to limit President Donald Trump’s ability to take further military action against Venezuela. Israeli authorities demolished 50 Palestinian structures in Area C and East Jerusalem over the past two weeks. President Donald Trump expects the U.S. to run Venezuela for years. U.S. NewsBorder Patrol shoots two in Portland: Federal Border Patrol agents shot and wounded a married couple in Portland, Oregon on Thursday, prompting protests. President Donald Trump warned for a third time that the United States would “hit Iran hard” if authorities begin killing protesters.
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January 09, 2026 15:48 UTC
RailTel to establish greenfield data centre in Addis Ababa for Ethiopian govt
RailTel Corporation of India Ltd will establish a greenfield data centre for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia in Addis Ababa, a company's press note said on Friday.Calling it a major milestone in its international expansion journey, RailTel said that it secured this prestigious project with the help of the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. "This project is a crucial element in India's support to the Digital Ethiopia Strategy. The project marks RailTel's growing footprint in delivering world-class digital infrastructure solutions beyond India," the press note said.It added, "The project is scheduled to be completed within one year, followed by three years of comprehensive Operation & Maintenance (O&M) support after go-live. "RailTel's Chairman & Managing Director, Sanjai Kumar, expressed gratitude for the achievement and said, "We remain fully committed to delivering this project with the highest standards of professionalism, quality, and reliability." "This engagement further strengthens RailTel's role as a global digital infrastructure partner aligned with India 's development cooperation objectives," he said.Highlighting the company's vision, the press note said that RailTel has articulated an ambitious international expansion strategy aimed at taking India's proven digital models to partner countries across the globe.According to the statement, RailTel is leveraging its experience in executing large-scale, mission-critical ICT projects for the Government of India, and is actively participating in international competitive bids.A recent example is its participation in the Unique Identity (UID) project in Sri Lanka, supported through funding from the Centre," it said.Officials said that beyond individual projects, RailTel's approach focuses on replicating India's end-to-end digital transformation journey in emerging economies, adapting solutions to local needs while retaining the robustness, security, and scalability that define Indian platforms.
Source:Ethiopian News
January 09, 2026 15:38 UTC
Ethiopia Plans Dedicated AI University to Build Continental Technology Hub
Abiy Ahmed said Ethiopia is preparing to establish a dedicated artificial intelligence university, which would become only the second institution in the world focused exclusively on AI. He said the AI university forms part of a broader national strategy to position Ethiopia as a regional center for technology and innovation. As part of a continental outreach effort, the prime minister said 100 scholarships will be reserved for students from across Africa, offering two places for each African country. The prime minister also stressed the importance of self-mastery in leadership, saying intellectuals must reflect critically, overcome personal limitations and translate knowledge into action. The AI university, Abiy said, represents a milestone in Ethiopia’s efforts to expand human capacity, advance technological innovation and build a knowledge-based economy.
Source:Ethiopian News
January 09, 2026 15:32 UTC
Ethiopian Inflation Slips to Single Digits for First Time in Years
Ethiopia’s annual inflation rate fell to 9.7 percent in December, down from 17.0 percent a year earlier, according to the Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS). Consumer prices have been easing throughout 2025, with annual inflation at 10.9 percent in November, the lowest level since early 2019. Food and non-alcoholic beverages, which account for 53.5 percent of the consumer basket, recorded year-on-year inflation of 9.8 percent. Housing, water, electricity, and fuel prices rose by 1.9 percent. During 2023 and early 2024, annual inflation exceeded 30 percent, reflecting supply constraints, currency pressures, and global commodity price increases.
Source:Ethiopian News
January 09, 2026 14:33 UTC
China's Top Diplomat Postpones Visit to Somalia, Arrives in Tanzania
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January 09, 2026 12:46 UTC
Ethiopia and China Elevate Agricultural Cooperation with Focus on Coffee
China has rapidly emerged as one of Ethiopia’s leading coffee destinations, rising from 33rd to 4th place over the past five years. This surge was highlighted during a recent trade and economic cooperation forum held in Zhuzhou, China, aimed at promoting Ethiopian coffee in the Chinese and global markets. On his part Adugna Debela, Director-General of the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority, said Ethiopia’s focus on productivity and quality has significantly transformed the coffee export sector. He noted that Ethiopian coffee is increasingly preferred in global markets, with China emerging as a key destination. “A new chapter has opened in expanding coffee trade cooperation between Ethiopia and China,” he said.
Source:Ethiopian News
January 09, 2026 08:26 UTC
Ethiopian Airlines, Nucore Technologies Seal Deal On Digital Transformation
January 09, (THEWILL) — Ethiopian Airlines Group has entered into a strategic partnership with Nucore Technologies, as part of efforts to deepen its digital transformation and strengthen its B2B distribution ecosystem. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in Ethiopian Airlines’ digital journey, positioning B2B distribution as a key strategic growth area. He added that Ethiopian Airlines would continue to lead industry-wide digital transformation through NDC adoption and close collaboration with technology partners to build a connected, future-ready distribution ecosystem. At the centre of the partnership is Ethiopian Airlines’ Agency Portal, a robust platform designed to serve travel agencies, aggregators and corporate customers. By leveraging NDC standards and advanced analytics, Ethiopian Airlines is expected to enhance offer personalisation, optimise revenue performance and maintain its competitive edge in regional and international markets.
Source:Ethiopian News
January 09, 2026 07:48 UTC