US and UK navy forces down 15 Houthi drones over Red SeaA speed boat strapped with explosives near Saudi Royal Navy vessels in the Red Sea. (Saudi Interior Ministry via AP)The Yemeni armed forces confirm they will continue to prevent all ships heading to Israeli ports from navigating in the Red Sea. By Vered Weiss, World Israel NewsOn Saturday, The US Navy forces shot down 14 drones, and a British destroyer downed 1 drone over the Red Sea. Iran-backed Houthi terrorists have vowed to continue to attack any Israel-bound ships in the Red Sea, one of the world’s busiest trading routes. Given the security situation in the Red Sea, several international shipping companies, including Danish Maersk and German Hapag-Lloyd announced that they are suspending shipping services temporarily.

His theatrical texts are distinguished by the inspiration they take from Arab, Islamic and Saudi heritage and myths. Riyadh Theater Festival was launched last week and is organized by the Theater and Performing Arts Commission. The festival aims to stimulate and activate the Saudi theatrical movement through a package of performances to support local theater productions. The festival aims to support Saudi talent by helping participants further their careers and create content that inspires audiences and enriches the Saudi theater scene. The festival will also present awards in 11 categories including best theatrical script, best theatrical direction, and best theatrical music.

Below is the complete list of winners and runners-up/joint-winners in the 10 categories of ALM African Persons of the Year Awards 2023:1. African of the Year• H.E William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya- Winner• Prof. Benedict Okey Oramah, President & Chairman, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)- Joint-winner2. Young African Leader of the Year• Akol E. Ayii, Founder & Chairman, Trinity Group, South Sudan- Winner• Dr Jesca Mhoja Nkwabi, CEO, KOM Group, Tanzania- Joint-winner9. Dr Kailesh Jagutpal, Minister of Health and Wellness, Mauritius- Winner• Dr Matshidiso Moeti, Regional Director for Africa, World Health Organization (WHO)- Joint-winnerAbout African Leadership MagazineThe African Leadership Magazine, published by the African Leadership Organization (UK), focuses on presenting the best of Africa to a global audience. It tells the African story from an African perspective while developing solutions to challenges facing the continent today.

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Grzegorz Braun put out the menorah at the Polish Parliament Chanukah Party with a fire extinguisher. By Ben Cohen, The AlgemeinerA woman assaulted by the antisemitic Polish MP who wrecked a menorah lighting display at the Polish parliament this week has spoken out about her ordeal. “It’s very bad how people accept and support violence. Because it was violence, not only against me, not only against Polish Jews, but against the entire Sejm [Polish parliament] community and towards Poland,” she said. Braun’s antics were widely condemned by Polish politicians, but he appears to be achieving folk hero status among sections of Polish society.

Diriyah Co. unveils culture, hospitality assets at Bashayer eventRIYADH: Diriyah Company showcased the second phase of its ‘masterplan’ at its two-day Bashayer event this week. Group CEO Jerry Inzerillo said: “The Bashayer event is the focal point of Diriyah’s annual calendar. Showcasing our progress and outlining our future, this event is a crucial moment that sets the stage for the next chapter of Diriyah’s development. It also broke ground on four other new hotels in Diriyah: the Ritz-Carlton, the Address, the Capella, and the Four Seasons. By the time Ramadan comes, we’ll welcome another million people as they enjoy Diriyah Season.”

"Ethiopia is seeking a lot of assistance and help from China, and President Xi was not only saying that China can help you, can support you, but he was saying (that) if we cooperate, if we work together, we all benefit; Ethiopia can come out of these present-day difficulties by its own people's hard work. So, humility, definitely, and very sincere," said former Ethiopian President Mulatu Teshome in an interview with China Media Group.

"The objective realities China was in and Ethiopia is in now are different, totally different. And to learn from China's experience, we cannot copy everything, but we can take a reference. ... One thing we can learn from China is [to] be realistic, be people-centered, for the interests of the people as the center of your plannings, and make sure that people benefit out of the reforms made," said former Ethiopian president, during an exclusive interview with China Media Group in south China's Guangzhou City on December 3.

CGTN published this video item, entitled “Former Ethiopian president grateful to Chinese universities” – below is their description. For more:https://news.cgtn.com/news/2023-12-16/Former-Ethiopian-president-grateful-to-Chinese-universities-1pAvxh7LfK8/index.htmlFormer Ethiopian President Mulatu Teshome, who was educated in China, expressed gratitude to Chinese universities for shaping him to be a servant of his country in an exclusive interview with China Media Group. Mulatu received his bachelor’s degree in philosophy of political economy and doctorate in international law at Peking University. When asked what’s his favorite Chinese food, Mulatu said, “I like Kung Pao Chicken very much because it’s a bit spicy, like other Sichuan cuisine, and it tastes similar to Ethiopian food.”CGTN YouTube Channel

The 2023 ECOWAS Abuja International Marathon witnessed a thrilling display of athletic prowess, with Ethiopian runners claiming top honours in the half marathon men’s and women’s categories on Saturday. In the men’s half marathon, Gebresilase Abadi Haftamu of Ethiopia stormed to victory, securing a well-deserved first place and a hefty $10,000 prize. The ECOWAS Abuja International Marathon offered generous prize money, acting as a powerful motivator for athletes across the continent. The top ten finishers in the half marathon were richly rewarded, with each position receiving a substantial sum. READ ALSO: Sowore challenges Tinubu to run in ECOWAS MarathonHe highlighted the growing stature of the ECOWAS Abuja International Marathon and celebrated the improvement shown by Nigerian runners.

Boasting an abundance of renewable resources, East Africa has garnered substantial attention from major international players within its clean energy market. Robust policies and declining costs of technology in the sector, coupled with regional market and infrastructure reforms, are poised to accelerate the deployment of clean energy projects. The Africa Renewable Energy Fund, a private equity fund focused on the development of clean energy projects across sub-Saharan Africa, has invested in multiple renewable projects in the country, including a 10 MW solar plant in Singida. Meanwhile, Tanzania is also driving energy development in the form of natural gas. Notably, the East African country is spearheading a dual development strategy, awaiting first oil production from the Lake Albert Development set to begin in 2025.

The World Health Organization Ethiopia is proud to announce the completion of the second cohort of African Health Volunteers Corps (AVoHC) SURGE training in Ethiopia, with 92 participants, 22 of whom are female. The successful completion of the 2nd cohort AVoHC SURGE training signifies Ethiopia's commitment to enhancing its emergency preparedness and response capabilities. Some of the first cohort trainees also served as in-country facilitators during the 2nd cohort training. The 2nd Cohort is an improved version, following a thorough post 1st Cohort Training review, what worked, what did not work well and strategies for improvement, were identified and applied in the preparation and packaging of this 2nd cohort. Preparation for Ethiopia 3rd Cohort of AVOHC SURGE training is already commenced as funding is already secured to implement the 3rd and subsequent cohorts.

Hence, her gig at this year’s Hullegeb Israeli-Ethiopian Arts Festival features a brand new trio that she calls Ahun (“now” in Amharic). Playing at Hullegeb also led, for example, to my appearing at the Poets Festival in Metula,” she says. “We are going to renew songs – songs that everybody loves,” she states. “They may know the words, but they won’t be familiar with the new emotion we introduce to the songs,” Masala chuckles. “Working in music means you address the soul, all the time,” she observes.

The World Health Organization Ethiopia is proud to announce the completion of the second cohort of African Health Volunteers Corps (AVoHC) SURGE training in Ethiopia, with 92 participants, 22 of whom are female. The successful completion of the 2nd cohort AVoHC SURGE training signifies Ethiopia's commitment to enhancing its emergency preparedness and response capabilities. Some of the first cohort trainees also served as in-country facilitators during the 2nd cohort training. The 2nd Cohort is an improved version, following a thorough post 1st Cohort Training review, what worked, what did not work well and strategies for improvement, were identified and applied in the preparation and packaging of this 2nd cohort. Preparation for Ethiopia 3rd Cohort of AVOHC SURGE training is already commenced as funding is already secured to implement the 3rd and subsequent cohorts.

The Chinese Ministry of Education on Thursday unveiled an Industry Education Integration Training Center in Ethiopia to help local employees working in Chinese-run industries acquire basic Chinese language communications skills and better technical knowledge. The center, supported by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC) of the Ministry of Education of China, a non-profit professional educational institution for international Chinese language education, envisaged promoting Chinese language and build a friendly and cooperative platform for Ethiopian and Chinese colleagues in the East African country. Song Yongbo, a representative from China’s Ministry of Education, said during the occasion that the center will serve as a valuable platform to further cement the two countries’ ever-growing ties. “The center is meant to promote closer Sino-Ethiopia ties and facilitate knowledge transfer through addressing communication barriers,” said Song. Song said the center will help contribute to improving the Chinese proficiency and vocational skills as well as cultivating versatile talents of local employees in Ethiopia.