Vice Foreign Minister speaks with Ethiopian Minister of State
Riyadh, Dec 9 (SPA/APP):Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Eng. Waleed bin AbdulKarim El-Khereiji made a telephone call to Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Minister of State Ms. Birtukan Dadi. During the telephone conversation, they reviewed relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen and develop them in all fields and discussed issues of common interest.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 09, 2023 08:59 UTC
Cleaning house vital to avert state capture
The shocking revelations made by the Customs Commission bring to mind a subject that should alarm Ethiopians, namely state capture. Most of the defining features of state capture presently exist in Ethiopia. Finally, engaging in international cooperation to address state capture challenges can be valuable. Sharing best practices, collaborating on investigations, and ensuring international financial systems do not enable state capture can go some way towards tackling the issue. If Ethiopians are to enjoy the dividends of peace, democracy and prosperity, it’s of the essence that the government cleans its house so that elements with sinister motives do not manage to engineer a complete state capture.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 09, 2023 08:08 UTC
Vice Foreign Minister Speaks With Ethiopian Minister Of State
Riyadh, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 9th Dec, 2023) Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Eng. Waleed bin AbdulKarim El-Khereiji made a telephone call to Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Minister of State Ms. Birtukan Dadi. During the telephone conversation, they reviewed relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen and develop them in all fields and discussed issues of common interest.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 09, 2023 07:34 UTC
Somalia’s crossroads: New Arms, New Risks
– Experts weigh risks, rewards as embargo ends & forces drawdownA series of pivotal events in early December signaled a new chapter in Somalia’s ongoing story. On December 1st, the UN Security Council lifted a 31-year arms embargo, signaling a policy shift and giving Mogadishu room to maneuver as security challenges evolve. While sanctions on terrorist group al-Shabab still stand, Somalia can now procure arms on the international market. Mohamud greeted the embargo’s lifting with open arms, saying Somalia can now acquire arms unfettered from allies. However, not all experts agree that lifting the arms embargo will have a positive impact.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 09, 2023 07:31 UTC
Inside the 'GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop' Live Special With LL Cool J, Questlove and More (Exclusive)
As LL Cool J asks in ET's exclusive look backstage, "Are you ready to celebrate the music that changed the whole world forever?" The goal was always to elevate and really celebrate the culture," LL Cool J, who serves as a performer and executive producer of the concert special, tells ET. The 2023 GRAMMY Awards hosted a similar celebration earlier this year, with LL Cool J serving as an emcee. We love you, baby," LL Cool J said to wrap the incredible tribute to hip-hop. A GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop airs Sunday, Dec. 10 at 8:30 p.m. ET/8:00 p.m. PT on CBS and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 09, 2023 03:36 UTC
Ethiopia: Political group plan to protest in Addis Ababa Dec. 10
Members of the Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Party have called for protests in Addis Ababa Dec. 10. Authorities have banned the event for security reasons and have arrested several protest leaders ahead of the demonstration. An increased security presence is likely across the city through Dec. 10. Security forces may attempt to disperse participants using force if the event proceeds. Authorities may also limit or block access to mobile and internet communications amid or after periods of significant protest activity.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 09, 2023 03:27 UTC
Hoax post falsely claims the US imposed sanctions on Ethiopia over failed peace talks
A Facebook post published shortly after the failed meeting claimed America had imposed fresh sanctions on Ethiopia for allegedly disrupting the negotiations. Hoax postThe US embassy in Addis Ababa confirmed to AFP Fact Check that the post was a hoax. AFP Fact Check has reviewed the list of sanctions and found no new entries were added against Ethiopia in November 2023. AFP Fact Check has previously debunked false posts related to the US in Ethiopia here and here. December 8, 2023 Link to previous AFP Fact Check debunk corrected in last line
Source:Ethiopian News
December 09, 2023 01:43 UTC
The Caliopians down the alley
The Caliopians will perform at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10, at Murphy’s Irish Pub. Standing firmly behind their catch phrase, “California Music Goes Global,” they are simply all over the musical map. They are a touch of ska, a bit of low surf, some late-night lounge tunes, even some Ennio Morricone-inspired dance music. Connie Walkershaw plays the sax and handles most of the solos, and her husband, Jesse Walkershaw, is the singing bass player. “How we ended up with such a collection of musical interest, ideas and influences, I have no idea, as I often wonder why everybody else doesn’t,” Jesse Walkershaw said in an email.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 09, 2023 01:28 UTC
Kenosha commission supports new Starbucks on south side
Members of the City Plan Commission have expressed support for a new Starbucks on the city's south side. The property, according to city documents, is a vacant piece of land owned by North Shore Bank. The applicant, DCWW Development LLC, wants to divide the North Shore Bank parcel to create a new parcel for the coffee shop. The City of Kenosha is home to multiple Starbucks including one about a mile away at 3910 75th St.Ald. "Two people even stopped at my door while walking their dogs to tell me they want and support Starbucks."
Source:Ethiopian News
December 08, 2023 22:02 UTC
Remedial Program: Authorities Announce Students’ Placement – Ethiopian Monitor
1 min readADDIS ABABA – The Ministry of Education has announced the placement for students entering a remedial program in the 2023/24 Ethiopian academic calendar. The announcement came months after authorities disclosed the cutoff points for the program. The Ministry of Education has today advised eligible grade 12 students to check their placement online via:Website: http://Result.ethernet.edu.etTelegram: https://t.me/moestudentbotAbout 27,000 of the total 845,188 students who sat in the last secondary school leaving exam managed to score the passing mark to join freshmen programs at the universities this year. The remedial program would also give students with relatively good scores the chance to improve their results and pursue their undergraduate studies. More than 145, 000 students are expected to go through the remedial program this year.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 08, 2023 20:42 UTC
Ethiopia edges towards default as bondholder talks falter
"Unfortunately, in the short time available between commencement of discussions and the upcoming interest payment date, an agreement... could not be reached," the finance ministry added in a statement. The finance ministry said Ethiopia would "broaden the engagement with the holders of its Eurobond" and hold a call next week to set out a possible proposal for the debt. It said that during the talks with bondholders it had outlined an "initial restructuring proposal" and then after a counter offer from bondholders, a final proposal. The $1 billion bond, maturing in December 2024, was last bid around 61 cents on the dollar with a 66% yield. (Reporting by Bhargav Acharya and Marc Jones; Additional reporting by Rachel Savage and Karin Strohecker; Editing by Alexander Winning and Alexander Smith)
Source:Ethiopian News
December 08, 2023 18:22 UTC
Ryanair welcomed High Court ruling confirming screenscraping is unlawful
Ryanair welcomed the judgement of the Irish High Court granting a permanent injunction prohibiting screenscraper Flightbox from breaching the binding Terms of Use of the Ryanair website by using bot technology to unlawfully scrape Ryanair’s website for OTAs. Ryanair’s Dara Brady said: “We welcome this High Court ruling which established that this screenscraper is bound by the Terms of Use of the Ryanair website, which prohibits screenscraping. Ryanair has been granted a permanent injunction to stop this unlawful screencraping of Ryanair’s data in breach of Ryanair’s Terms of Use. The Ryanair website is the only website authorised to sell Ryanair flights. Ryanair does not have a commercial relationship with any OTA or screenscraper and we strongly object to OTAs mis-selling our flights and overcharging consumers.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 08, 2023 16:53 UTC
Strawberry migrates their 100th hotel onto Mews Hospitality Cloud
AMSTERDAM – Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud that was recently named the World’s Best PMS Provider, has reached a significant milestone in the successful rollout of its Property Management System (PMS) across all Strawberry Hotels. Mews Hospitality Cloud has now been deployed in over 100 properties within the group. The rollout is across all brands and hotel types, including Comfort Hotels, Quality Hotel, Clarion Hotel, Clarion Collection Hotel and standalone hotels across the portfolio. Strawberry has selected the full range of features available, including Mews Operations, Mews Multi-Property, Mews Guest Journey and Mews Payments. Our partnership shows how big brands can use cloud technology to be flexible, scalable and innovative.”
Source:Ethiopian News
December 08, 2023 15:49 UTC
UFI launches the UFI Awards 2024
UFI now accepting entries for its UFI Awards 2024 programme. PARIS – UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, is inviting exhibition organisers, venue operators and service providers around the world to have their work globally recognised by entering the UFI Awards 2024. Kai Hattendorf, UFI CEO, adds: “The UFI Awards are about identifying Best Practices from around the world, about celebrating them and sharing excellent solutions and innovations with the global UFI community. Each year, UFI Award winners gain significant coverage in major international events industry publications. Selected best practices are also featured on the UFI website to inspire peers and foster excellence across the exhibition industry.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 08, 2023 12:57 UTC
Floods in East Africa: "the worst is yet to come", warns the WFP
Devastating floods threaten to worsen food insecurity in East Africa as heavy rains lash a region that less than a year ago was in the grip of drought, warned Thursday the United Nations World Food Program (WFP). “ East Africa is being hit by the extremes of climate change - from no water to too much water, it's catastrophic. With more rain forecast, I fear the worst is yet to come,” said Michael Dunford, WFP Regional Director for Eastern Africa. Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya are the countries most affected by this crisis, followed closely by Sudan, South Sudan, Burundi, and Uganda**. WFP has provided food and financial assistance to nearly 580,000 people affected by floods in the Horn of Africa, in addition to those who benefited from its pre-existing aid operations.
Source:Ethiopian News
December 08, 2023 10:59 UTC