This instability means there is great potential for this conflict to spread, something which already seems to be happening. This area is vital for trade, with an estimated 12% of global trade passing through the Red Sea. Since Jan. 11, strikes against the Houthis have been primarily conducted by the American and British militaries in an attempt to allow for regular trade in the Red Sea to continue. Furthermore, three American troops were killed and 30 were injured in a drone strike by an Iraqi militia backed by Iran on an American base in Jordan Jan. 28. In response to these attacks, strikes were conducted in Syria and Iraq against Iranian-backed militias Feb. 2, a major escalation in direct American involvement.

One of the wounded was a student at Kenya’s Multimedia University who was attacked by the hyenas late Monday on a road that borders the Nairobi National Park in Ongata Rongai. Students from the university disrupted traffic there Tuesday as police used tear gas to disperse them. “The university is not safe because we are near the national park,” said Ochieng Kefah, a student at Multimedia University, who was among the protesters. KWS’ Problem Animal Management Unit team promptly put down one hyena and moved to identify any surrounding hyena dens. The guidelines were released in January, after 10-year-old Dennis Teya was attacked and killed in a field in Kiambu County, north of Nairobi.

Only a small fraction of needy people in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region are receiving food aid, according to an aid memo seen by The Associated Press, more than one month after aid agencies resumed deliveries of grain following a lengthy pause over theft. WFP said it “is now working at pace to deliver food assistance to up to 3 million” in Ethiopia’s Tigray, Afar, Amhara and Somali regions. The United Nations and the United States halted food aid for the Tigray region in March 2023 because of a massive scheme by Ethiopian officials to steal humanitarian grain. The agency said it has “limited food stocks” in Ethiopia and urgently needs $142 million for its operations. Last week, The Associated Press reported that aid has been slow to reach those who need it following the lifting of the suspension.

In a remarkable move towards strengthening its defenses against potential pandemics, Ethiopia officially launched the Ethiopian Pandemic Multi-Sectoral Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Project (EPPR) on Monday, January 29, 2024. Held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the project launch was attended by H.E. The EPPR is a comprehensive 3-year project that addresses areas of pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response specific to Ethiopia's complex landscape. Executive Head of the Pandemic Fund, Dr. Priya Basu, joined virtually from the USA and said, "the Pandemic Fund is pleased to partner with the Government of Ethiopia, WHO, FAO and UNICEF to launch our largest Project. "The Pandemic Fund will continue to work with urgency and determination to help countries, regions, and the world strengthen capacity to prevent, detect, and contain future health outbreaks.

Big Zuu is fully aware it’s “not normal” for someone like him to be fronting a major food travelogue show. Big Zuu’s 12 Dishes In 12 Hours sees the rapper, cook and presenter – real name Zuhair Hassan – travel to various cities with celebrity friends, sampling 12 local dishes in 12 hours. Big Zuu (ITV)Zuu, 28, brings his signature wit and bubbly personality to proceedings, as well as providing a perspective we don’t always see in travelogue shows. “People might feel like, oh yeah, Big Zuu – he’s been doing food stuff for years, so it’s normal. Bubbly and enthusiastic, you’d think Zuu liked everything he tried – but not quite.

Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church expected to Address His Grace Abune Petros’ Deportation with Official StatementHis Grace Archbishop Abune Petros, Secretary of Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church Patriarchate (Photo : EOTC TV)borkenaUpdated on February 6, 2024 9: 23 P.M.On Tuesday, a security official from the Ethiopian government deported His Grace Abune Petros, Secretary of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church Holy Synod, upon his arrival from the United States at Bole International Airport. “I am returning to the United States,” Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church Media (EOTC TV) cited His Grace Abune Petros as saying. Abune Abraham has been in the United States, particularly in his diocese, New York, for a few weeks with authorization from the Ethiopian Church Patriarchate. Abiy Ahmed’s administration has not yet remarked on why it deported the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church (EOTC) Holy Synod ‘s Secretary. When this development triggered a massive nationwide movement among followers of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, Abiy Ahmed appeared as a mediator and “resolved” the issue.

Celebrating its 10th B2B travel events anniversary, Africa Travel Week has revealed a packed schedule for its 2024 milestone edition of WTM Africa. “The tourism landscape in 2024 is characterized by growth and optimism, setting the tone for Africa Travel Week. It’s a big year for our industry, and a significant milestone in our legacy,” says Megan De Jager, Portfolio Director – Travel, Tourism at RX Africa. Between 2014 and 2023, WTM Africa has experienced a total of 34 731 industry professionals in attendance. “As part of Africa Travel Week, interest and enthusiasm for WTM Africa remains unwavering and we are dedicated to ensuring that it lives up to its prominent reputation.

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The event was held on Monday in cooperation between trade and sector associations of Ethiopia, the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Coordinating Committee for Economic Cooperation with African Countries and the Addis Ababa embassy in the Russian Federation, said the Fana Broadcasting Corporate state television station. The forum was attended by more than 100 Russian and 30 Ethiopian companies, as well as representatives of the Investment Commission, Trade and Sector Associations and authorities of the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The agenda included business-to-business and business-to-government discussions. jrr/llp/lam/nmr

Somalia: Ethiopian diplomat defend sea MoU with SomalilandMOGADISHU, Somalia - The Memorandum of Understanding between Ethiopia and Somaliland will only focus on business rather than the annexation of Somalia, two top envoys have insisted, arguing that Ethiopia is keen to bolster good relations with neighbouring countries. Ethiopia has been carrying out various activities in areas of road, electricity, and trade to strengthen ties with neighboring countries, he said. The recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Ethiopia and Somaliland is not different from this venture, except for the fact that this partnership is for access to the sea, the envoy told ENA. Ethiopia's Ambassador to Somalia Muktar Mohamed said on his part that despite some challenges Ethiopia and Somalia have enjoyed excellent relations in various areas of cooperationThe MoU Ethiopia signed with Somaliland is not to harm anyone but to develop together on the principle of win-win principle, he said. The ambassador maintained that Ethiopia has been a key ally in the fight against Al-Shabaab militants within Somalia.

In a Tuesday phone call, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with his Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed about continuing efforts for peace. "The two leaders discussed ongoing work toward the implementation of the Pretoria Cessation of Hostilities Agreement. In particular, they stressed the importance of continued efforts toward disarmament and demobilization," said a statement by Trudeau's office. During the call, Abiy and Trudeau emphasized crucial steps toward disarmament and demobilization in the Horn of Africa country. Trudeau underscored the necessity of ensuring that such cooperation receives the agreement of all relevant parties involved.

News: PM Abiy says “no death due to starvation so far” as authorities in Tigray report 860 deaths from hungerPrime Minister Abiy Ahmed addressing questions raised by legislators (Photo: ENA)Addis Abeba – In his parliamentary speech today, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed tackled mounting apprehensions concerning the repercussions of the prevailing drought across the nation. Officials in the Tigray region however, are reporting the death of over 860 individuals due to hunger in the past six months. Prime Minister Abiy indicated the presence of drought in specific regions, including Tigray, Amhara, Oromia, and the eastern part of the country. He reassured that the “current aid initiatives would persist in averting deaths due to hunger in the region,” urging the regional interim administration to allocate resources efficiently. Accusations have been flying as the Tigray Tigray interim administration decries federal government’s dismissal of famine emergency.

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) — Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has played down fears of a war with Somalia over his quest for sea access for his landlocked country. Ethiopia signed a memorandum of understanding with the breakaway region of of Somaliland on Jan. 1. The document has not been made public, but Somaliland says Ethiopia agreed to recognize its independence in return for a naval port. The deal has rattled Somalia, which asserts that Somaliland is part of Somalia. The Somali president has suggested he is ready to go to war with Ethiopia over the issue.

The document has not been made public, but Somaliland says Ethiopia agreed to recognize its independence in return for a naval port. The deal has rattled Somalia, which asserts that Somaliland is part of Somalia. Somalia’s president has suggested he is ready to go to war with Ethiopia to prevent it from building a port there. Advertisement Article continues below this adAddressing lawmakers on Tuesday, Abiy said he had “no intention” of going to war with Somalia. “We are dying in Somalia because the peace of Somalia is the peace of Ethiopia.

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