The much-anticipated Ethiopia derby clash between Ethiopia Coffee and St George earlier scheduled for Saturday has been postponedThe indefinite postponement means St George will wait another week to reclaim their top spot in the Ethiopia Premier League table. Hadiya Hossana will face Ethiopian Insurance in the only game of the day following the postponement.
ADDIS ABABA, Dec. 9 (Xinhua) -- The Ethiopian government and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen strategic collaboration pertaining to refugees and Ethiopian returnees. The memorandum of understanding agreement (MOU), which was signed between the Ethiopian Refugees and Returnees Service (RRS) and UNICEF, envisaged strengthening the two sides' collaboration in protecting and supporting refugees and Ethiopian returnees in the country, according to a joint press statement issued late Friday. The accord aimed to improve access to essential services including education, healthcare, water, sanitation, and hygiene, as well as child protection, social protection and education for refugees, Ethiopian returnees and other vulnerable communities, it said. The agreement also aimed to promote self-reliance and integration, strengthen protection systems and advocate for the rights of refugees and Ethiopian returnees, according to the joint statement. "This MoU is a significant step forward in our efforts to protect and support refugees and Ethiopian returnees in Ethiopia.
Alawadhi emphasised that these factors collectively make it challenging for Nigerian airlines to achieve profitability. He further noted that any airline operating outside of Nigeria incurs lower operating costs and offers more competitive prices compared to domestic Nigerian airlines. Any airline in Nigeria operating outside of Nigeria has a cheaper operating cost and better prices than Nigerian airlines. Air Peace, other Nigerian airlines to begin US, UK flightsIn related news, Legit.ng reported that some Nigerian airlines are now permitted to operate flights to the United Kingdom and Europe, thanks to the Third Country Operator (TCO) certificate the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) granted them. This certification streamlines the process for selected airlines planning to serve routes in the UK and various European nations, including Air Peace, Omni Blu Airline, United Nigeria Airlines, and others that recently acquired the TCO.
The 18th celebration of Nations Nationalities and People’s Day in Jigjiga (Photo:EBC)Addis Abeba – Ethiopian president Sahlewerk Zewude in her remarks during the celebration of the 18th Nations, Nationalities and People’s day called for the end of use of force to resolve political differences. The 18th nations, nationalities and people’s day is being colorfully celebrated in Jigjiga city, the capital of Somali region, in the presence of senior federal and regional government officials under the theme ”diversity and equality for national unity”. Mustafe Mohammed, President of the Somali region highlighted the significance of marking the nations, nationalities and peoples’ day to build an inclusive and multinational Ethiopia. Group representing Amhara region at the 18th celebration of Nations Nationalities and People’s Day in Jigjiga (Photo:EBC)Groups representing various nations, nationalities and peoples from across Ethiopia have displayed their identities and cultures at the ongoing event inside the Jigjiga stadium. Arba Minch city of the newly established Southern Ethiopia region has been selected to host the next edition of the day.
1 min readADDIS ABABA – Ermias Eshetu is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer of Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) Ethiopia after two years at the agency and FSD Africa. On Thursday, FSD Ethiopia said Ermias informed its Board of his decision to resign as CEO “to pursue other interests”. The Board plans to initiate the process of finding a new CEO “in the coming weeks,” according to FSD Ethiopia. Its Chair Admassu Tadesse has extended the Board of FSD Ethiopia’s appreciation of Ermias “for his energy and dedication in bringing FSD Ethiopia into existence”. Prior to that, Ermias held the position of CEO at the Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for three years until the end of 2017.
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.
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.
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.
– 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.
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+.
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.
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
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.
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."
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.
