Ethiopia’s National ID Program and Ministry of Education have announced that biometric digital ID has been adopted as the official student ID across educational institutions. It aims to streamline administrative functions with regard to admissions, record management, and the Fayda digital ID-based licensing and national exams rollout. Ethiopian government organizations have been on something of a digital ID spree lately, introducing biometric digital ID as the standard across a wide swath of services. The Federal Civil Service Commission and the Ministry of Health are among the departments who have signed on to implement digital ID. Article Topicsbiometrics | digital identity | Ethiopia | Ethiopia National ID Program (NIDP) | Fayda | identity verification | national ID | students

ADDIS ABABA – Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s leading airline, has been crowned as the ‘Best African Airline’ at the 2023 Business Traveller Awards. Business Traveller Awards has named Ethiopian as the Best African Airline for four years in a row, since 2020. “We are extremely happy to have won the much contested and globally acclaimed Business Traveller Awards as the Best African Airline,” said Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO. “The award means a lot to us and it is very special as it comes at a perfect time when we start the New Ethiopian Year of 2016.”Business Travelers pick the best airlines annually. The year 2023 has been very special for Ethiopian Airlines as it has won multiple industry awards from SKYTRAX World Airline Awards to APEX Passenger Choice Awards, among others.

Voice of America, Amharic Service pointed out quoting scholars in the economic sector that the peace agreement signed last year in Pretoria was a good opportunity to the war-affected Ethiopian economy. The scholars said that the deteriorating peace disruption had created pressure on the general production process followed by several economic hazards including inflation. This lack of peace is expected to become a threat to the economy in the Ethiopian New Year, according to the economic professionals. The economists indicated that the price hike in fuel, including other government policy decisions, contributed to the inflation rise. They urged that problems, such as security and stability, should be addressed so that this inflation won’t be carried over into this new Ethiopian budget year.

(Richmond magazine)Sunday ServiceEvery Sunday, the family-run Buna Kurs Ethiopian Cafe in Jackson Ward offers a taste of culture through its weekly coffee ceremonies. (Richmond magazine)Mark Those CalendarsCompetition, camaraderie and a whole lotta boozy ingenuity await at the upcoming Bartender Brawl on Sept. 26 at Black Iris Social Club. Calling all plant-powered eaters: Richmond Veg Fest returns to Byrd Park Oct. 7 from noon to 6 p.m. (Richmond BizSense)ICYMIAn entire shop dedicated to homemade oatmeal cream pies — a dream come true or a forthcoming Shockoe Bottom bakery? (Richmond magazine)Known for his landmark restaurant, La Petite France, chef Paul Elbling was a local dining pioneer.

Benjamin Kasdan, Acting PEPFAR Ethiopia Country CoordinatorSeptember 14, 2023This month, PEPFAR is hosting a global “sustainability summit” with delegates from all PEPFAR countries. This summit will kickstart a year-long process with the goal of a “sustainability roadmap” in time for World AIDS Day 2024. Through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the United States government has made a monumental investment of over $100 billion in the global response to HIV/AIDS. Additionally, PEPFAR has provided support for the construction and renovation of 22 health centers, which are critical to effectively respond to emergency public health threats. Our goal is to enhance the country’s ability to continue an effective HIV/AIDS response, address public health emergencies, and provide high-quality healthcare services to everyone who needs it.

borkenaIn his two-paragraph New Year message, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said “We will win.” Usually, his holiday messages are long and full of preaching, and at times incoherent. A day after the Ethiopian New Year, Ethiopian President Sahlework Zewde released a New Year message on social media. And it appears that she does not buy Abiy Ahmed’s “We will win” message. Many are displaced and residing in sheltersOne clear difference is that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and the people around him do not seem to see the situation in the country – especially in the Amhara region. Abiy Ahmed has expressed his feeling that the Ethiopian People have misunderstood him ( in what appears to be an allusion to the loss of support base and legitimacy).

Moroccan rescuers are working around the clock in the hope of finding survivors underneath the rubble after an aftershock late on Wednesday. The German Red Cross (DRK) on Thursday said it had been forced to cancel a plan to deliver aid to the country. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 16 Rescue workers carry a body from the rubble of a house in Imi N'Tala village near Amizmiz. AFPMorocco has allowed a limited amount of earthquake aid into the country, saying this is due to lack of management. It's politics,” he said, referring to Morocco's decision not to accept aid from countries such as the US and France.

An Ethiopian Airlines flight that took off from Delhi to Addis Ababa suffered smoke in the cockpit, prompting a return back to the Indian airport. Ethiopian Flight Delhi-Addis Ababa Suffers Smoke in Cockpit…Data provided by RadarBox.com. ET-AOR was the Boeing 787 Dreamliner operating Ethiopian flight ET687 to Addis Ababa from Delhi. Sources stated that there was smoke found both in the cockpit and also in the cabin too, with it being unclear where the smoke path actually started. At the time of writing (14/9/23), the aircraft is still on the ground in Delhi, with no indication into when it will be returning to Addis Ababa.

The day is considered a freedom day for girls to sing and dance in the streets with their friends and family. Advertisement“There is a phrase we say: No one judges a girl on Ashenda day,” Haile says. In Tigray, Ashenda is a holiday, but the day isn’t well known in North Texas outside the Tigrayan community. The day is considered a freedom day for girls to sing and dance in the streets with their friends and family. (Ben Torres / Special Contributor)It’s not exactly how they celebrate Ashenda in Tigray, Haile says, but it’s what the community can manage.

PEPFAR was authorized by Congress and Bush in 2003, and is the U.S. government's global effort to combat HIV/AIDS. The program's reauthorization in Congress has stalled and will expire at the end of September without congressional action. Some pro-life groups have raised alarm about the program's reauthorization, arguing there is potential for PEPFAR funds to go to abortions overseas under the Biden administration. "But there is no program more pro-life than one which has saved more than 25 million lives," Bush said. Bush argued PEPFAR is both in the moral and national security interests of the U.S., as it saves lives and strengthens diplomatic ties with recipient nations.

The rise in targeted killings of Ethiopian migrants by Saudi border officials highlights the brutality of efforts to stop irregular migration, and the desperation of those who make the perilous journeys. This can lead to human trafficking, with migrants subjected to abuse and exploitation, including rape and torture. The abuse sometimes starts in Ethiopia and is perpetrated by Ethiopian traffickers en route to Saudi Arabia. Tesfaye was part of the multisectoral task force that travelled to Saudi Arabia to coordinate the immigrants’ return. This missed opportunity undermines investigations into the criminal value chain of illegal transactions, corruption and extortion en route to Saudi Arabia.

Photo: FBCAddis Abeba – The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has granted approval for a $104 million funding package to support a transmission project in eastern Ethiopia. The project aims to transform the region’s power supply infrastructure and enhance the efficiency of the power distribution network. In addition to the power transmission project, a new initiative will lend support to the government’s agricultural irrigation program in the eastern part of the country, focusing on 462,174 hectares of land. This funding announcement came a month after the African Development Bank Group granted a total of $84.3 million to Ethiopia for its wheat production initiative. Ethiopia aims to achieve self-sufficiency in wheat production and become a net exporter by 2025/26, with a target of producing an additional 4.2 million metric tons of irrigated wheat.

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (WDCW) – A northern Virginian has become a viral sensation on TikTok for using the platform to inform, inspire, and enlighten people across the globe. Anthony Guevara, better known as ‘Tony,’ but best known as “itonyvara” on TikTok, has grown a pandemic-era hobby into a legitimate platform. Guevara was raised in Springfield, Virginia, a place that has shaped how he viewed culture, including his own. It’s like a Peruvian neighbor, a Filipino neighbor, a Pakistani neighbor,” said Guevara, whose parents are Salvadoran and Honduran. Definitely no fault of cultures there.”From exploring the world, sharing its dishes, and dishing on pop culture, Guevara covers a wide array of topics.

This report delves into the world of eyelash serum side effects, highlighting the broader positive aspects that make them a sought-after choice among beauty enthusiasts. In the quest for captivating and voluminous lashes, the rise of eyelash serums has brought forth a range of benefits. This report delves into the world of eyelash serum side effects, highlighting the broader positive aspects that make them a sought-after choice among beauty enthusiasts. While some side effects of eyelash serums may be temporary or mild, it’s important to acknowledge that their long-term benefits often outweigh these concerns. While concerns about eyelash serum side effects are valid, it’s crucial to remember that the positive aspects of these products often overshadow potential drawbacks.

Gardner Jo-Ann Hawker (above left) and Garden Designer Susan DiCarlo (above right) first met while attending a holistic health retreat. Ms Hawker is from the corporate world and Ms DiCarlo is an educator. Growing up in the South as a child, Hawker watched her parents and neighbors growing gardens. As an adult, she worked in the corporate world doing compliance work. “I loved working in the corporate world but I retired in 2019.