ADDIS ABABA, Nov. 20 (Xinhua) -- The number of people arriving in Ethiopia owing to the conflict in Sudan has surpassed 91,500, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) has said. As of Nov. 14, over 91,500 people entered Ethiopia since the onset of the ongoing crisis in neighboring Sudan in April, the UNOCHA said in its latest situation update about the impact of the situation in Sudan on Ethiopia issued Monday. According to the UNOCHA, crossings have been made through various border points of entry, but mainly at the Metema and Kurmuk areas in the Amhara and Benishangul Gumz regions, respectively. Ethiopian returnees represent the greater percentage of arrivals, currently standing at 43 percent, followed by Sudanese nationals at 39 percent, and third-country nationals at 18 percent, it said. Deadly clashes have been going on between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Khartoum and other areas since April 15, killing up to 9,000 people by October, forcing more than 6 million displaced and leaving 25 million in need of aid, according to the Sudan situation report released on Nov. 12 by the UNOCHA.

He assured that the latter have the objective of taking this unilateral measure in force for more than 60 years to unprecedented levels. Likewise, he welcomed the decision of the Ethiopian government to reopen its embassy in Havana, the capital that will always receive them with open arms. In a meeting with a representation of Ethiopian Cubans, the love and gratitude for Cuba, the experiences during the years of studies and the commitment to continue supporting the Cuban Revolution were the messages that transcended. Valdés Mesa arrived in Addis Ababa the day before on an official visit, the third stop on a tour of African countries. The official Caribbean delegation is also made up of the First Vice Minister of Public Health, Tania Margarita Cruz, and the Deputy Director General of Bilateral Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ángel Villa.

0 shares ShareTweetPinAddis Ababa, November 20, 2023 (Addis Walta) Ethiopian Airlines inaugurated a new three times a week flight to London, Gatwick Airport. The commencement of the new flight to Gatwick increases the national flag carrier’s destinations in the UK to three and the second in London after Heathrow Airport. The inaugural ceremony was attended by the State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Mesganu Arga, the airline Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Lemma Yadecha, and the UK ambassador to Ethiopia, Mr. Daren Welch. The addition of the new flight to Gatwick is said to strengthen the bilateral relations between the two countries. Following the launch of flights to London Gatwick, the airline’s total international destinations have reached 136.

Kenya's national railway company announced on Monday the resumption of freight services to and from the port city of Mombasa after they were disrupted by heavy rains and landslides along the coastal region. Kenya Railways said on Sunday that a landslide on a section of the freight rail line linking Mombasa to Nairobi had led to "the closure of this axis to all freight trains" , specifying that passenger trains were still running but with delays. The national railway company announced in a statement released on Monday that "freight train traffic to and from Mombasa has now resumed" . “We are working around the clock to minimize delays ,” Kenya Railways continued, without giving further details on the consequences of this interruption. Mombasa , the country's second largest city, and its rail freight line serve not only Kenya, but also the region's landlocked neighbors including Uganda , South Sudan , and Rwanda .

Only 40% of 7.3 million hectares of land leased or acquired in Africa was developedWhile land is one of Africa’s most important resources, land is also one of the sources of contention on the continent. Between 2010 and 2020, while some 7.3 million hectares of land have been leased or acquired in Africa, only 40 per cent of that has been eventually developed. Prof Kimani Njogu of the Africa Land Policy Centre (ALPC) of the Economic Commission for Africa acknowledged that the media is key to socio-economic transformation of Africa. “Land based resources provide opportunity for the youth, but land governance concerns ought to be addressed,” he said. The 2023 Conference on Land Policy in Africa is under the theme: “Promoting Sustainable Land Governance in Africa for Accelerated Implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area”, from November 21 to 24, 2023.

Dubai, UAE -Rolls-Royce (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY) today announces it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a comprehensive TotalCare service agreement with Ethiopian Airlines for 22 Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines. Ethiopian Airlines became Africa's first A350 operator in 2016, and has been a customer of Rolls-Royce for many years. This order will complement the airline's existing fleet of 40 Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engine. Rob Watson , President - Civil Aerospace Rolls-Royce plc , said: 'Today's announcement marks an exciting day for Ethiopian Airlines and Rolls-Royce. With a 15 per cent fuel consumption advantage over the first generation of Trent engine, the Trent XWB goes further on less fuel, and offers leading performance and noise levels.

This expansion is expected to bring Ethiopian Airlines' total fleet size to 271 by the year 2035. By enhancing operational efficiency and extending route coverage globally, Ethiopian Airlines envisions a significant growth trajectory. InvestingPro InsightsIn light of Ethiopian Airlines' expansion strategy, it's worth noting some real-time data and tips from InvestingPro. For Boeing (BA), revenue growth has been accelerating, a fact that aligns with Ethiopian Airlines' ambitious growth plans. This financial stability could be a factor in Ethiopian Airlines' decision to include Airbus in their fleet expansion.

Antimicrobial resistance makes infections harder to treat and increases the risk of a disease spreading, severe illness and death. “The number of people we admit into our antimicrobial stewardship ward every month is increasing steadily,” says Dr Eliud Teshome. Ethiopia is one of the few countries in the African region that has a costed, multisectoral antimicrobial resistance national action plan, signed by the ministries overseeing the human, animal and environmental sectors. Recording and reporting of data on antimicrobial resistance is critical for data-driven policy and decision making. The data is in the process of being compiled and will form the basis for a prevalence survey which will demonstrate the extent of antimicrobial resistance in the country.

According to Hammer of War on November 16, 2023, the Ethiopian Armed Forces recently showcased a part of their 32 SH-15 155mm self-propelled howitzers manufactured by the Chinese company Norinco. The aim was to manufacture a range of artillery platforms mounted on truck chassis specifically for export purposes. Introduced in 2017 as a successor to the SH-1, the SH-15, a 6x6 155mm self-propelled howitzer, gained recognition as an export success. The SH-15 is armed with a 155mm/52 caliber gun, ensuring compatibility with various rounds, including high-explosive, armor-piercing, and smoke rounds. Featuring a semi-automatic loading system, the SH-15 achieves a firing rate of up to 6 rounds per minute.

In a 45 minute long speech the PM reasoned out why access to the sea, the Red Sea in particular is a matter of existential concern for Ethiopia. “If we don’t talk about the Red Sea issues, we will as much not talk about wheat export, green legacy, tax collection. If we have accomplished all these and lose it due to [not discussing] the Red Sea, it’s meaningless,” he emphasized. He said “had Ethiopia’s neighboring countries been stable democracies, with accountable and transparent political procedures guaranteeing long-term fulfillment agreements, port access could have been easily negotiated and agreed upon giving Ethiopia long-term policy predictability. The diplomat believes similar arguments can be made, and a different outcome compelling neighboring states to negotiate over sovereign access to port can be achieved.

The Ethiopian government reportedly confirmed it cancelled the process of issuing a third telecoms licence pointing to a lack of interest, as reports surfaced last week highlighting interested parties were put off by political instability in Ethiopia. "The licence process has been terminated. She added: "The market interest didn't match ours for now to launch the RFP (Request for Proposals)." Bloomberg reported last week, that interest in the third licence has been low due to concerns about political unrest in Ethiopia. The government had launched a request for qualification for the third telecoms licence earlier this year with a deadline for interested parties set for September 15, as part of the government's plan to fully liberalise the telecoms market.

Communiqué officiel de UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP N.V.Addis Abeba - Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, and Sewasew Multimedia, Ethiopia's leading music and Entertainment Company , today announced that they have signed the first of its kind distribution agreement for the Ethiopian market. Under the terms of the agreement, Sewasew Multimedia will be responsible for the digital distribution and marketing of UMG's extensive catalog of music in Ethiopia . Sewasew Multimedia said the Download Service Provider (DSP) agreement between UMG and Sewasew Multimedia is a significant development for the Ethiopian music industry. "We are excited to partner with Sewasew Multimedia to bring UMG's music to the Ethiopian market," said Ulrik Cahn EVP Africa, Middle East and Asia . "UMG has a long and successful presence in Africa , and given Ethiopia's rich and vibrant music culture, we are excited to work with Sewasew Multimedia to help grow the Ethiopian music industry to its full potential."

The report, National Policies for Walking and Cycling in all 197 UNFCCC countries, found active travel is significantly undervalued in Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Just eight countries have consistently linked national walking and cycling policies with their UN climate goals. The report is a breakthrough in understanding national active travel policy and the role of walking and cycling policy in climate policies under the UNFCCC framework. The Active Travel NDC TemplateThe report also includes The Active Travel NDC Template to support national government ambition in including walking and cycling in their NDCs. It sets the target of 80% walking, cycling and public transport trips, to deliver 50% less transport emissions by 2030.

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Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Ethiopia and Burkina Faso, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Ethiopia and Burkina Faso renew acquaintances for the first time since January 2022 when they lock horns in Group A of the World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday. Match preview© ReutersEthiopia kicked off their quest for a first-ever World Cup appearance last Wednesday when they played out a goalless draw against Sierra Leone. © ReutersBurkina Faso, on the other hand, failed to kick off their World Cup qualifying campaign with a win as they could only salvage a 1-1 draw against Guinea-Bissau last Friday. Ethiopia World Cup Qualifying - Africa form:Ethiopia form (all competitions):Burkina Faso World Cup Qualifying - Africa form:Burkina Faso form (all competitions):Advert - content below:Team News© ReutersFollowing an injury-free game against Sierra Leone, we expect Haile to name a similar starting XI on Tuesday, with Henok Adugna, Yared Baye, Million Solomon, and Ramadan Yesuf forming the back four once again.