U.S. launches disaster risk management project in Ethiopia – New Business Ethiopia
The U.S. Government through its United States Agency for International Development (USAID) officially launched a new, five-year Disaster Risk Management (DRM) project October 15 at Arba Minch University. USAID’s DRM project aims to build Ethiopia’s resilience by strengthening disaster risk management planning, enhancing coordination across sectors, improving resource mobilization, and reducing the impacts of crises. In addition, the program emphasizes gender inclusion in emergencies, boosts private sector engagement, and empowers local organizations to take an active role in disaster management. To address these vulnerabilities, USAID’s DRM project focuses on building resilience and strengthening coordination among local, regional, and national stakeholders. USAID estimates that anticipatory DRM can reduce the impact of disasters for approximately 14 million of the most vulnerable Ethiopians.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
October 16, 2024 18:58 UTC
The judge handling Boeing’s plea deal asks Justice Department to explain its diversity policy
A dozen states, including Texas, have new laws limiting or banning DEI policies at their public universities. The plea deal states that the Justice Department would select the person with “input” from Boeing. A Justice Department lawyer said the provision doesn’t mean that a less-qualified person would be picked, only that the government will consider all candidates. He asked the Justice Department and Boeing to respond in writing by Oct. 25. Possibly he wants to delay the decision, but that is an unsupported hunch.”The Justice Department and Boeing said they would comply with the judge’s order and declined to comment further.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 18:51 UTC
Amhara in the Midst of War: A Global Appeal for Critical Humanitarian Aid
Amhara Society Network (ASN)Washington DCWhile global attention is focused on crises such as Gaza and Ukraine, the Amhara region of Ethiopia faces an equally dire humanitarian catastrophe. UNICEF and WHO report that the suspension of immunization campaigns and health services has created a child health crisis, particularly in conflict-affected areas. Since the health service needs emergency response, there is a critical need for emergency health services, such as setting up mobile clinics and establishing satellite healthcare services to reach the affected populations. The destruction of over 4,000 schools in the Amhara region has further marginalized students, increasing their vulnerability to exploitation and violence. The Amhara Society Network continues to appeal to international humanitarian organizations for urgent, coordinated intervention to assist those suffering due to the war waged by Abiy Ahmed’s government on the Amhara region.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 16:34 UTC
Organised Labour Meets FG Over Petrol Price Hike
October 16, (THEWILL) – Leaders of organised labour, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), on Wednesday, met with the Federal Government over the recent hike in petrol pump prices by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. THEWILL had reported that the NNPC last week Wednesday hiked petrol pump prices from N897 per litre to N1,030 in Abuja; from N855 to N998 in Lagos; N1,070 in North-East; N1,025 in other South-West States; N1,045 in South-East and N1,075 in South-South. On Friday, NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, said the hike in petrol price was a clear betrayal by President Bola Tinubu on the terms of the agreement for the national minimum wage. According to Ajaero, during the meeting on the new Minimum wage with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, the organised labour turned down the offer of an increase in petrol pump price to accept N70,000 as the new minimum wage. The high-stakes meeting, held at the office of Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume, had in attendance Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser, NSA; Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, Labour Minister; Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy; Mohammed Idris, Information Minister; Heineken Lokpobiri, Petroleum Minister, State; Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), and representatives of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, Limited.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 16:12 UTC
Ethiopian Airlines Launches New Passenger Service to Port Sudan
Addis Ababa, 15 October 2024 – Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline and a leading global carrier, has officially commenced its new passenger service to Port Sudan, marking an expansion of its extensive African network. With this addition, Ethiopian Airlines now operates two destinations in Sudan, with daily services to both Port Sudan and Khartoum. The daily flights to Port Sudan are expected to provide convenient travel options for both business and leisure travelers. Passengers can now book flights to Port Sudan through Ethiopian Airlines’ digital platforms or via travel agents. For more information, visit www.ethiopianairlines.com or contact Ethiopian Airlines Corporate Communication at (251-11)517-8913/8165/8907.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 15:57 UTC
Submit 2025 Budget To NASS – Reps Tell Tinubu
October 16, (THEWILL) – The House of Representatives has directed President Bola Tinubu to immediately comply with Section 11(1)(b) of the Fiscal Responsibility Act 2007 by submitting the 2025 Budget Proposal to the National Assembly without delay. THEWILL reports that the lawmakers issued the directive following the adoption of an urgent motion moved at plenary on Wednesday by Hon. Noting the delay by the executive arm of government to submit the 2025 budget, Jimbo expressed concerns that the action would affect the National Assembly’s constitutional oversight as outlined in Section 88 of the 1999 Constitution. Adopting the motion, the House urged the Executive to comply with Section 11(1)(b) of the Fiscal Responsibility Act 2007. “Urge the Executive to comply with section 11(1)(b) and submit to the National Assembly 2025 Budget Proposal without further delays”, the House ordered and directed its Committees on National Planning, Economic Development, Appropriation, and Finance to ensure compliance within two weeks.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 14:49 UTC
Kenya's Chepngetich breaks marathon world record
Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich broke the world record to win the Chicago Marathon on Sunday. Assefa set the previous record with victory at the 2023 Berlin Marathon in two hours, 11 minutes and 53 seconds. This is my dream that has come true," said Chepngetich, the 2019 world marathon champion. "I've fought a lot thinking about the world record and I have fulfilled it." In the men's race, Kenya's John Korir ran a personal-best time to claim victory before paying tribute to world record holder Kelvin Kiptum, last year's winner.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 14:49 UTC
PETA activists demonstrate against Ethiopian Airlines over cruelty against monkeys
People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India representatives demonstrated outside the Ethiopian Airlines Mumbai office in Andheri on Wednesday (October 16, 2024), intensifying their campaign against the airline over transport of endangered long-tailed macaques (monkeys) for use in experiments. Outside the Ethiopian Airlines office complex, the protestors installed a huge effigy of a monkey, wounded, and tormented as symbol of “sufferings” that these speechless animals are put through. PETA claim thousands of monkeys are flown from Mauritius and Southeast Asia to the U.S. to be experimented on. Dr. Anjana Aggarwal, a Science Policy Advisor at PETA India said, “In 2023, the U.S. also accused them of violating animal law by transporting monkeys and keeping them in poor conditions. Urging travellers of Ethiopian Airlines to join their cause, PETA India Co-ordinator Utkarsh Garg said, “We call on the airline to stop this bloody business and get out of it.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 14:34 UTC
Ethiopia: President Taye Holds Discussions With Her Royal Highness, the Duchess of Edinburgh
Addis Ababa — President Taye Atske-Selassie received and held discussions with Her Royal Highness Sophie Helen Rhys-Jones, the Duchess of Edinburgh, today. During their meeting, President Taye briefed Her Royal Highness on current national and regional issues. The president also expressed the gratitude of the Government of Ethiopia to the British Government for its support at the conference held in Geneva to jointly raise humanitarian aid for Ethiopia. Her Royal Highness further said her country will play its part in efforts to strengthen humanitarian aid needed in other areas, including Ethiopia. The Duchess of Edinburgh delivered a congratulatory message from His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom to the President of Ethiopia upon his appointment, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 13:58 UTC
Africa: AU Official Commends Ethiopia's Commitment to Peace, Stability in Africa
The first African Defense Ministers Conference organized by Ethiopia on its own initiative kicked off in Addis Ababa at the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum this morning. Taiwo highlighted Ethiopia's significant contributions to the AU and the United Nations since 1951, particularly its leadership in peacekeeping missions in Somalia and other regions. He emphasized the urgent need for collaborative efforts among African nations to tackle escalating conflicts, the rise of armed groups, and the alarming levels of food insecurity exacerbated by climate-related crises. The three-day Africa Defense Ministers' Conference organized by Ethiopia is underway under the theme "Africa: United in Peace, Strong in Security." African defense ministers, senior military officers, military attachés based in Addis Ababa, and researchers engaged in military affairs are attending the first African Defense Ministers Conference organized by Ethiopia on its own initiative.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 13:48 UTC
Africa: Ethiopia's Deputy PM Stresses Need for Africa to Engage Globally On Its Own Terms
The African DefenCe Ministers meeting will focus on enhancing partnerships to combat terrorism, addressing global and regional security threats, and exploring future cooperation opportunities. Addis Ababa — Africa must engage with the world on its own terms, ensuring that its interests are represented and respected on the global stage, said Ethiopia's Deputy Prime Minister Temasgen Tiruneh. Opening the conference, the Deputy Prime Minister mentioned that Africa is currently facing security challenges. "We come together today at a pivotal moment for Africa, our continent faces profound security challenges, intrastate conflicts, cross border tensions." The Deputy Prime Minster elaborated that this moment calls for us to reaffirm a "principle that has guided us for decades, 'African solutions to African problems.'
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 13:48 UTC
Ethiopia Emerges as Africa's Bitcoin Mining Powerhouse: Guest Post by Yellow News
Market Musing-gRipple and IRC to Boost Humanitarian Aid with RLUSDRipple Labs and IRC have partnered in a bid to accelerate aid delivery through XRP Ledger and the RLUSD stablecoin The post Ripple and IRC to Boost Humanitarian Aid with RLUSD appeared first on The...
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October 16, 2024 13:14 UTC
Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates History And New Airbus A350-1000 In Lagos
October 16, (THEWILL) – Ethiopian Airlines marked its 78th anniversary at the 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market in Lagos. The airline’s Sales Manager, Mrs Adetola Alabi, showcased the airline’s rich history and exciting future during her presentation titled: “ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES: PAST, PRESENT, & FUTURE INNOVATIONS FOR CONTINUED LEADERSHIP IN AVIATION.”Mrs Alabi announced that Ethiopian Airlines will soon introduce its newest aircraft, the Airbus A350-1000, to its Lagos fleet. Ethiopian Airlines has been a steadfast presence in Nigeria since the country’s independence in 1960. Mrs Alabi highlighted Ethiopian Airlines’ significant milestones: International Expansion: The airline’s inaugural international flight was to Cairo in 1946, marking the beginning of its global network. The introduction of the Airbus A350-1000 marks a significant milestone in this journey, promising a new era of travel for Nigerian passengers.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 13:04 UTC
Passengers Diverted As Bomb Threats Rock India Flights
October 16, (THEWILL) – An Akasa Air passenger aircraft flying 184 passengers from New Delhi to the Indian southern city of Bengaluru, was diverted on Wednesday after it “received a security alert” relating to a bomb threat. Another flight, the domestic carrier IndiGo, flying from Mumbai to New Delhi, was diverted to Ahmedabad in Gujarat. The Indian Express newspaper reported 12 domestic and international flights have received bomb threats since Monday, including some messages posted on social media. Singapore scrambled fighter jets on Tuesday to escort an Air India Express plane after an email warning about a possible bomb on board. Air India also said on Tuesday that one of its planes from New Delhi to Chicago had to make an emergency landing in Canada because of “a security threat posted online”.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 16, 2024 13:04 UTC