Luban Workshop in Ethiopia: Bridging Talent Gaps in Industrial Technology with China's Expertise
Inside the bustling city of Addis Ababa, the Luban Workshop stands as a beacon of innovation and collaboration between Ethiopia and China, focusing on the cultivation of industrial technology talents. This partnership, rooted in the shared vision of fostering technical skills among the youth, operates within the premises of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Technical and Vocational Training Institute. AdvertismentEmpowering the Next GenerationThe Luban Workshop, inaugurated in 2021 through a collaboration between Ethiopia's FDRE Technical and Vocational Training Institute and China's Tianjin University of Technology and Education, offers specialized courses in industrial robotics, mechatronics, industrial control, and sensor technology. As the Luban Workshop continues to grow, it not only strengthens Ethiopia's industrial capabilities but also fosters a deeper, more productive partnership between China and Africa. This initiative offers a glimpse into the future of vocational training, where practical skills, innovation, and international cooperation converge to empower the next generation of industry leaders.
Source:Ethiopian News
March 03, 2024 13:46 UTC
Swissport Expands in Switzerland with New Contracts from Ethiopian and Aegean Airlines
Swissport Expands in Switzerland with New Contracts from Ethiopian and Aegean AirlinesFavoriteEthiopian Airlines and Aegean Airlines have both chosen Swissport to deliver airport ground services for their flights in Switzerland. Commencing from March 2024, Swissport will cater to Ethiopian Airlines at Zurich and Geneva airports, while its collaboration with Aegean Airlines will commence from June 30, 2024. Swissport has secured contracts with Ethiopian Airlines and Aegean Airlines to extend its airport ground services to Zurich and Geneva airports starting March 1, 2024, and June 30, 2024, respectively. ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES: AIRPORT GROUND SERVICES AND AIR CARGO HANDLINGSwissport has clinched Ethiopian Airlines as a new client at Zurich and Geneva airports, where it will deliver comprehensive airport ground services, including passenger and ramp services. Aegean Airlines experiences seasonal variations in its flight operations, with a notable increase in flight frequency during the summer.
Source:Ethiopian News
March 03, 2024 13:45 UTC
GRPD searching for suspect who allegedly shot at officers
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Two officers are on administrative leave after a shoot-out with a fleeing suspect. A traffic stop on Saturday night turned into a police chase when a suspect fled from the passenger side of his vehicle. After the suspect ran away, GRPD says the officers began chasing him eastbound into an alley. They said the suspect ran between two houses on Horton Ave. when the suspect presented a semi-automatic handgun and fired multiple rounds at the officers. GRPD said both officers returned fire with their department issued handguns.
Source:Ethiopian News
March 03, 2024 09:18 UTC
Art Dubai rides its buzz to strong sales of contemporary and digital works
Sales moved fast at this year’s Art Dubai, with works traded during the VIP preview on Tuesday and others gone by the second day of the fair. Green Art Gallery, in Alserkal Avenue, sold both their works by Afra Al Dhaheri, in the range of $9,000. The Dubai gallery also sold a work by Mandy El-Sayegh, a new recruit to the gallery, for $60,000. A visitor explores a VR work at Art Dubai Digital. Photo: Art DubaiIn Art Dubai Digital, the mood was light – literally.
Source:Ethiopian News
March 03, 2024 07:51 UTC
Kipruto, Kebede win Tokyo Marathon in course record times
Reading Time: 2 minutesKenyan Benson Kipruto won the men’s Tokyo Marathon in two hours, two minutes and 16 seconds on Sunday, breaking former world record holder Eliud Kipchoge’s course mark in perfect racing conditions on the streets of the Japanese capital. Ethiopia’s Sutume Asefa Kebede won the women’s race ahead of Kenya’s defending champion Rosemary Wanjiru in 2:15:55, also bettering the best previous women’s time over the course from Shinjuku to the Imperial Palace. “I am so happy to get the course record,” Kipruto told reporters. Her time bettered Brigid Kosgei’s 2022 women’s course record of 2:16:02 and took more than two minutes off her previous personal best time of 2:18:12. Ichitaka Yamashita was the fastest Japanese man in a time of 2:06:31 to finish ninth, while Hitomi Niiya took the local honours in the women’s race with a sixth-placed finish in 2:21:50.
Source:Ethiopian News
March 03, 2024 07:25 UTC
GFF still owes the Golden Jags for 2023 Ethiopia friendly
In excess of 210 days have elapsed since the international friendly against Ethiopia on August 2, 2023, and the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) is still to remunerate the Golden Jaguars senior men’s programme’s contractually bound match-day fees. This was confirmed by a source close to the national programme, who spoke on the condition of anonymity. According to the source, “The GFF has not paid the match fees for the Ethiopian game, and it’s been more than six months. They have not said when they will pay or give a timeline for the payment; they have not said anything; they are silent. It’s been more than eight months.”Guyana lost 0-2 to the Ethiopians on August 2, 2023, at Segra Field in Leesburg, Virginia, United States of America.
Source:Ethiopian News
March 03, 2024 06:08 UTC
West Michigan Ethiopian community celebrates special day
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March 03, 2024 00:19 UTC
Ethiopia: Army ready to maintain legacy of Adwa Victory
The Adwa Victory Day is being celebrated in the capital Addis Ababa colorfully at the newly built Adwa Victory Memorial under the theme “Adwa is a Pride for All Black People.”Field Birhanu Jula, said, 128 years ago, Ethiopian stunned the whole world by decisively defeating the well-armed Italian invading force at battle of Adwa. The victory is our historical virtue and we are committed to maintain this virtue and turn it into more success, he noted. The Adwa Victory resulted from the unity, resilience and gallantry of Ethiopians, pledging readiness of the army to maintain the unity and sovereignty of the nation. Field Marshal Birhanu stressed the need for this generation to maintain the unity and solidarity shown by their forefathers in various ways. The anniversary is also being celebrated in all regional states, city administrations, institutions, embassies and consulates all over the world.
Source:Ethiopian News
March 02, 2024 22:45 UTC
Why is Ethiopia 7 years behind the rest of the world?
Its unique calendar system! Read on to know more.One of the most fascinating aspects of Ethiopia is its unique calendar system. Unlike the Western Gregorian calendar with 12 months, Ethiopia follows a 13-month calendar, placing it seven years behind. Ethiopian fasting differs from the conventional notion, involving abstaining from all animal products, including eggs, meat, and dairy. This fasting practice extends to religious holidays, which are numerous in Ethiopia, along with a weekly observance every Wednesday and Friday throughout the year.
Source:Ethiopian News
March 02, 2024 18:35 UTC
WTO 13th Ministerial Conference concludes in in Abu Dhabi – New Business Ethiopia
World Trade Organization (WTO) members concluded the 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi today with the adoption of a Ministerial Declaration setting out a forward-looking, reform agenda for the organization. It also recognized the contribution of women’s economic empowerment and women’s participation in trade to economic growth and sustainable development. Members also agreed on a Ministerial Decision on concrete measures to ease the path to graduation from the category of least-developed countries. Additionally, ministers adopted a Ministerial Decision reaffirming the commitment to the Work Program on Small Economies. “While I had hoped that we could finish these negotiations in Abu Dhabi, you have prepared the ground for its conclusion at the next Ministerial Conference, if not earlier.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
March 02, 2024 17:16 UTC
As DR Congo Seeks to Expand Drilling, Some Worry Pollution Will Worsen
The government said the 27 oil blocks available have an estimated 22 billion barrels. Residents say drilling has inched closer to their homes and they have seen pipes break regularly, sending oil into the soil. Three companies — two American andone Canadian — moved on three methane gas blocks in Lake Kivu, on the border with Rwanda. There are no known confirmed deals on the 27 oil blocks, and the deadline for expressions of interest has been extended through this year. In Kimpozia village, near one of the areas up for auction, some 150 people live nestled in the forest without a school or hospital.
Source:Ethiopian News
March 02, 2024 16:39 UTC
Experts suggest how African LLDCs achieve SDGs – New Business Ethiopia
Multiple crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the current geopolitical and global macroeconomic situation have resulted in poor economic progress and exacerbated the structural challenges of African Landlocked Least Developed Countries (LLDCs). Thirteen are still categorized as least developed countries and no landlocked developing country in Africa has graduated from least developed country status in the past decade. On the trade front, African LLDCs had low trade in services between 2014 and 2022. They accounted for only 0.2 percent of global services exports and 0.4 of global service imports while the trade balance between African LLDCS remained negative within the same period. These include Investing in people in least developed countries, leveraging the power of science, technology, and innovation and supporting structural transformation as a driver of prosperity.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
March 02, 2024 16:22 UTC
Ethiopia commemorates 128th anniversary of Adwa victory with Pan-African flair
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Source:Ethiopian News
March 02, 2024 15:13 UTC