0 shares ShareTweetPinAddis Ababa, June 12, 2024 (Addis Walta) The Ethiopian government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has extended its condolences to the people and government of Malawi following the tragic death of Vice President Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima and nine other Malawians. In a statement issued today, MFA Ethiopia stated, “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia is deeply saddened to learn about the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of the Vice President of the Republic of Malawi, Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima and other nine Malawians.”In a heartfelt gesture, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed its deepest condolences to the bereaved families, friends, the Government, and the people of the Republic of Malawi. “The Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and its people stands in solidarity with the Government and people of the Republic of Malawi during this difficult time,” the statement read. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia offers prayers for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed.”

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Of the total budget, 283 billion birr has been allocated for capital expenditure, 451.3 billion birr for recurrent spending, 222.7 billion birr to subsidize regional states, and 14 billion birr for the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal projects. In addition, it foresees obtaining 61.4 billion birr from non-tax avenues, such as capital income, and expects further income of 49 billion birr in the form of grants (external assistance). During the budget speech, Minister Ahmed also attributed the decline in federal tax revenue to the increasing share allocated to regions from the joint tax revenue. This specialized tax system will target vehicles with the dual goals of increasing tax revenue and reducing carbon emissions from vehicles. Another tax scheduled for implementation in the upcoming fiscal year is the property tax, which seeks to standardize property taxation nationwide.

Riyadh doctors working remotely save Jordan pilgrim from stroke in MadinahRIYADH: Doctors working remotely from Riyadh helped a 72-year-old Jordanian pilgrim in Madinah survive a stroke this week, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. The medical team specializing in telestroke medicine is affiliated with the Seha Virtual Hospital in Riyadh, the SPA reported. The pilgrim, who has a history of chronic illness, was treated at the Madinah General Hospital. In a joint effort, doctors from the Ministry of Health, the Seha Virtual Hospital, and the Madinah General Hospital located a brain clot and performed a cerebral catheterization procedure. A total of 5,466 volunteers, in over 16 locations in Madinah and Makkah, are helping with first aid and emergency care for Hajj pilgrims this year.

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) today launched the USAID Urban TB Local Organizations Network II Activity, a five year $8 million (450 million Birr) flagship project to control and prevent Tuberculosis (TB) and Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (DR-TB) in selected urban regions of Ethiopia. The project will be implemented in Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, Shaggar City in the Oromia region, and Harari National Regional State. “2024 marks an important milestone in the relationship between the people of the United States and the people of Ethiopia. The two countries established formal diplomatic ties 120 years ago, and 60 years later, USAID was established in Ethiopia. The United States Government is a longstanding partner in supporting the healthcare and wellbeing of the people of Ethiopia.

More than 40 people have died in a fire that swept through a residential building housing workers in Kuwait’s southern Mangaf district. Dozens of residents of the building were injured in the blaze which broke out early on Wednesday morning. It is being reported that many of the people living in the building were foreign workers, without giving their nationality. Kuwait, like other Persian Gulf countries, has a large community of migrant workers who far outnumber the local population. Manorama News, a TV channel based in the Indian state of Kerala, reported that 10 of the dead were Indian nationals from Kerala.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (R) shakes hands with Ethiopian Foreign Minister Taye Atske Selassie in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, June 10, 2024. /Chinese Foreign MinistryChina is willing to deepen friendship and expand cooperation in various fields with Ethiopia, said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during his meeting with Ethiopian Foreign Minister Taye Atske Selassie in the Russian city of Nizhny Novgorod on Monday. Guided by the important consensuses of the leaders, China is willing to deepen the all-weather friendship, expand cooperation in various fields, and promote more achievements in bilateral relations, benefiting the people of both nations, Wang added. China is Ethiopia’s largest source of foreign investment and export destination, and bilateral cooperation has strongly promoted Ethiopia’s economic and social development, he said. Ethiopia is willing to learn from China’s development experience and, together with other African countries, promote greater development in China-Africa cooperation, he added.

The partnership between Ethiopian Airline Group, Loyyal, and Finfare Connect introduces seamless, bank-linked daily offers for its ShebaMiles membersEthiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s leading airline, and one of the fastest-growing global airline brands, has appointed innovative tech loyalty partner Loyyal to its Access Point flagship solution as a rewards management system within its loyalty offering. Ethiopian Airlines and Loyyal teamed up with Finfare Connect to seamlessly integrate world-class bank-linked offers (account-linked and card-linked) through an automated platform designed specifically for loyalty program owners. This makes them one of the first airline rewards programs powered by bank data in the world. This collaboration leverages Finfare Connect’s market-leading rewards solution for payment-linked incentives, affiliate offers, and instant cashback, all powered by Loyyal’s advanced blockchain infrastructure for loyalty systems. Image source: ShutterstockGunjan Kumar, Chief Revenue Officer at Loyyal states, “My relationship with Ethiopian Airlines dates to its STAR Alliance induction.

The project aims to popularise the country's cultural wealthEthiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has inaugurated the Ashenafi Kebede Performing Arts Centre built by Addis Ababa University in Yared School of Music. The politician said a lot of work will be needed to popularise the country's historical and cultural wealth. The Yared School of Music is contributing immensely to Ethiopia's history and cultures in other countries, Abiy Ahmed emphasised. The institution is named in honour of renowned contemporary Ethiopian music performer, composer, conductor, historical musicologist, music educator, writer and poet Professor Ashenafi Kebede. Kebede combined Ethiopian and Asian motifs in his compositions.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Tuesday met with Taye Atske Selassie, his Ethiopian counterpart, and Sergei Aleinik, his Belarusian counterpart. The meetings took place on the margins of a BRICS+ meeting in the Russian city of Nizhny Novgorod, said the Turkish Foreign Ministry. Fidan arrived in Russia on Monday to hold bilateral meetings in Moscow and to attend the BRICS+ session on the margins of the BRICS foreign ministers meeting on Tuesday.

Husband and Wife Duo to Open the Gourmet Toast and Juice Bar Steps from University of MichiganAnn Arbor, MI ( RestaurantNews.com ) Toastique , the vibrant, gourmet toast and juice café conceptualized in Washington D.C., has announced its expansion into Michigan with its first location in Ann Arbor set to open summer 2024. The Ann Arbor location will be helmed by husband and wife duo, Candace and Austin Kovar. The franchisees are long-time Michiganders, who met while both were completing their masters in Psychology and had their first date in Ann Arbor. Once open, the Ann Arbor location will be open from 7am-5pm Monday through Sunday. After the flagship Toastique location in Washington, D.C., the brand generated over $1 million in sales during its first year of operation.

Ethiopia’s Minister of Water and Energy Habtamu Itefa Geleta will speak at the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy 2024 conference - scheduled for November 4–8 in Cape Town. During the AEW: Invest in African Energy conference, Minister Geleta will unpack the country’s potential in this area, engaging with investors and regional counterparts. AEW: Invest in African Energy is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Meanwhile, Ethiopia’s wind sector is growing with projects such as the Ashegoda and Adama wind farms – generating more than 350 MW in total. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

Ethiopian Airlines and Loyyal teamed up with Finfare Connect to seamlessly integrate world-class bank-linked offers (account-linked and card-linked) through an automated platform designed specifically for loyalty program owners. Gunjan Kumar, Chief Revenue Officer at Loyyal states, “My relationship with Ethiopian Airlines dates to its STAR Alliance induction. With over eight years of experience, Loyyal has established itself as a leader in the loyalty industry, driving innovation and transformation. Tomorrow, Loyyal envisions fully controlled value interoperability, empowering clients to operate highly profitable loyalty programs at lower costs. As a multi-award-winning airline, Ethiopian has been the champion in various coveted awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for six consecutive years, among others.

Ethiopian Airlines initiates service to Maun, Botswana, enhancing connectivity to Africa’s tourist destinations, deepening socio-economic ties. ADDIS ABABA – Ethiopian Airlines Group commences services to Maun, its second destination in the Republic of Botswana after Gaborone, as of 10th, June 2024. The inaugural flight departed from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) after a vibrant celebration that brought together officials from the Embassy of Botswana, Government representatives of Botswana, and executives of Ethiopian Airlines among others. The new thrice weekly service begins operation per the below schedule: Addis Ababa (ADD) Maun (MUB) Ndola (NLA) Addis Ababa (ADD): on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Regarding the commencement of the new service, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said, “Ethiopian Airlines, committed to its Pan-African roots, continues to connect every part of Africa and beyond.

Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia announced on Monday that it has launched commercial operations in the war-torn Tigray region, and is in the process of building a 4G network that will be upgradeable to 5G. In a statement, Safaricom said the expansion into Tigray is being executed in two phases. The first phase – which has just been completed – involved construction of 125 towers constructed by Safaricom. Safaricom also said it has established a regional office in Tigray employing a dozen people, with more recruitment underway. Meanwhile, the Financial Times reported in August 2023 that the Ethiopian government estimates reconstruction in Tigray will cost around US$20 billion.