UNICEF promotes breastfeeding in Ethiopia – New Business
This week, as we observe World Breastfeeding Week under the theme, “Closing the gap: Breastfeeding Support for All”, UNICEF is calling on governments, donors, civil society, and the private sector to step up efforts to protect, promote and support breastfeeding, today more than ever. “Breastfeeding provides children with the best start in life,” said Mariko Kagoshima, UNICEF Acting Representative in Ethiopia. Secondly, the aggressive advertising of breastmilk substitutes is undermining breastfeeding practices and jeopardizing infant health in Ethiopia must be curbed. Thirdly, this year’s theme “Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All” aims to position breastfeeding as an equalizer in our society. As a leading advocate for children’s rights and well-being, UNICEF reaffirms its commitment to working with the Ethiopian government and other partners to further support exclusive breastfeeding practices.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
August 07, 2024 15:48 UTC
Lawyers seek Sh7.5 trillion for Ethiopian Airlines crash victims
Lawyers tasked with representing Kenyan families of victims of the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 Max plane crash are seeking up to $58 billion (Sh7.5 trillion) in compensation. The new compensation demands are more than double the initial request for the crash victim’s families. The proposed fine is grossly inadequate and fails to meet the standards set by prior precedents in penalising corporations for similar egregious conduct,” said Manuel von Ribbeck, founding partner at Ribbeck Law Chartered. This was after the company had admitted full responsibility for the crash in a legal agreement, which stated that the aircraft manufacturer accepted responsibility for the crash of Ethiopian airlines flight 302 in March 2019, having produced an airplane that had unsafe conditions. – By Ann Precious KinyuaEmail your news TIPS to Editor@nairobilawmonthly.com, and to advertise with us, call +254715061658 anytime of the day
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 15:41 UTC
South Africa Police Rescue 90 Ethiopian Migrants on Johannesburg Property
South African police have rescued 90 Ethiopian migrants being held against their will at a property in Johannesburg. The migrants had been illegally trafficked from Ethiopia and, according to the police, were found packed into small rooms and locked up. The discovery validates the concerns of Interpol and other authorities who have spoken out against the trafficking of Ethiopian migrants through southern African countries, often under dangerous conditions. Previous incidents include the 2020 discovery of 64 dead Ethiopians in a freight container in Mozambique and the 2022 findings of mass graves in Malawi and Zambia containing Ethiopian migrants. Meanwhile, the rescue operation also resulted in the arrest of two individuals who the police intend to charge with kidnapping and human trafficking.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 15:04 UTC
South Africa to implement National Health Insurance Bill despite resistance
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has vowed to move ahead with the implementation of the National Health Insurance Bill, despite strong opposition from within and outside the government. He signed the controversial Bill into law just before his African National Congress party lost its parliamentary majority in the May elections. The NHI aims to provide universal healthcare coverage for all through a major overhaul of the country's two-tier system. It will gradually limit the role of private healthcare insurance which fewer than 16 per cent of South Africans have. Speaking on the final day of the ANC policy meeting on Tuesday, Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi said that sections of the bill will be implemented "immediately".
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 14:27 UTC
NŌIA unveils at NUMU Boutique Hotel
NUMU Boutique Hotel in San Miguel de Allende introduces NŌIA, a Mediterranean rooftop restaurant blending local Mexican ingredients with European influences, led by Executive Chef Omar Tovar. SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, MEXICO – NUMU Boutique Hotel, one of the newest hotel additions to historic downtown San Miguel de Allende, introduce NŌIA, its new Mediterranean rooftop restaurant showcasing the finest Mexican ingredients. NŌIA, inspired by the Greek word “eunoia,” meaning “good idea,” is led by Executive Chef Omar Tovar. Drawing on these diverse experiences, he has developed a signature style melding the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean with Mexican ingredients and techniques. “At NŌIA, my vision is to create family-style dishes that encourage sharing and connection, reflecting the essence of NUMU Boutique Hotel,” says Chef Tovar.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 14:23 UTC
Ethiopia's kidnapping crisis worsens – DW – 08
They kidnapped the occupants and took them to a remote area where the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) is believed to operate. "I received a call from my sister on Friday July 4 after not hearing from her for two days," a sister of one of the kidnapped students told DW. However, the families of the kidnapped students strongly dispute this claim. "She is telling me that more than 100 students are still there in the kidnappers hands and asking for ransom. A troubling trendThe 2020 kidnapping of 17 students from Dembidollo University in Oromia marked the beginning of this troubling trend of kidnappings in Ethiopia.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 09:43 UTC
Hull and Griffith Lead Aussie Track Attack in Paris on Day Six
Hull (NSW, Simon Hull) and Griffith (VIC, Nic Bideau) comfortably progressed to the semi-finals of the women’s 1500m. When Ethiopian 5000m world record holder Gudaf Tsegay moved forward after just 300m, Georgia quickly responded and was then positioned herself perfectly for the rest of the race. Although Hull broke her own Australian record (3:50.83) last month in Paris, that meet was not held at Stade de France. Unfortunately, he was 1.71m short of making the Olympic final. By Andrew Reid and Sascha Ryner, Athletics Australia and Australian Olympic CommitteePosted 7/08/2024
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 08:23 UTC
Essential supplies blockade threatens lives in North Darfur
The UN declared on Tuesday that the humanitarian crisis in Sudan is a complete disaster, as the nation suffers from nearly 16 months of conflict between opposing factions. She said, “When famine happens, it means we are too late. He mentioned that they cautioned that aid organizations were being prevented from reaching crucial areas of the country where food and other vital supplies are needed. This situation is worsening the humanitarian crisis. This situation arises because the group has had to limit malnutrition treatment due to a blockade enforced by a well-known paramilitary group.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 07:27 UTC
Preliminary report: Ethiopian Airlines crew followed Boeing procedures but 737 Max 8 jet still crashed
The report, based on flight data and cockpit voice recorders on the Boeing 737 Max 8, was not released in full. Ethiopian investigators did not specifically mention the MCAS, but recommended that Boeing review "the aircraft flight control system related to the flight controllability." What also isn't clear is whether the Ethiopian pilots followed Boeing's recommendations to the letter in dealing with the system repeatedly pointing the nose down. Boeing's procedures instruct pilots to leave the MCAS system disconnected and continue flying manually for the rest of the flight. The question is whether the Boeing 737 Max should have been grounded after the Lion Air crash and before the Ethiopian Airlines crash," said Hasse.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 04:05 UTC
China Appoints New Ambassador to Ethiopia – Ethiopian Monitor
ADDIS ABABA – The newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Ethiopia Chen Hai has taken his new post in Addis Ababa. On Monday, Ambassador-Designate Chen handed over his credentials to Melaku Bedada, Director General of Protocol Affairs at the Foreign Ministry of Ethiopia. Chen replaced Zhao Zhiyuan, who left Addis Ababa last May after serving as China’s top diplomat in Ethiopia for over three years. Born in Dec 1971, Chen has become the sixteenth ambassador of China to the East African nation. Beijing will host the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) from September 4 to 6.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 03:12 UTC
Airline operators applaud judiciary for halting sale of Nigerian Air
The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), on Tuesday, lauded the judiciary for upholding justice and nullifying the purported sale of Nigeria Air to Ethiopian Airlines. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa of the Federal High had on Monday, declared the sale of Nigeria Air to Ethiopian Airlines, as null and void. He said the process was against the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission Act, ICAQ Convention, Civil Aviation Act, Public Procurement Act, Concession Regulatory Commission (Est.) It added that Ethiopian Airlines was incompetent to bid for shares in Nigeria Air and commence business accordingly. The judgment ordered the immediate revocation and cancellation of the Air Transport License issued by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority to the Nigeria Air Ltd.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 03:11 UTC
Virtual reality casinos set to revolutionize entertainment for South African players
Online gaming is on the brink of a major transformation, with virtual reality (VR) at the forefront. Virtual reality technology has been making significant strides in various sectors, and the casino industry is no exception. What makes virtual reality casinos so exciting? Virtual reality casinos offer a unique blend of realism and interactivity that traditional online casinos cannot match. Virtual reality casinos are particularly relevant because they offer something entirely different from what traditional online casinos provide.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 07, 2024 01:25 UTC
Ethiopia Allocates Billions to Mitigate Rising Cost-of-Living Impact Amid IMF-Backed Neoliberal Economic Reforms
Ethiopia has set aside several billion dollars to cushion the impact of its ongoing economic reforms, aimed at securing support from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF forecasts the inflation rate could rise to an average of 30% this fiscal year before stabilizing,” Eyob noted. On Monday, it traded at 93.1206 birr per dollar, according to central bank data, while the unofficial market saw rates around 122 birr per dollar. Ethiopia’s external debt stands at approximately $29 billion, with half potentially subject to restructuring. The government has already restructured some domestic debt, converting 265 billion birr of Treasury bills held by pension funds into 10-year securities.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 06, 2024 23:51 UTC
Court invalidates sale of Nigeria Air to Ethiopian Airlines
The Federal High Court in Lagos has voided the sale of Nigeria Air to Ethiopian Airlines. He declared the transaction invalid and legally ineffective, effectively blocking the federal government’s plan to establish Nigeria Air as the national carrier. The court’s decision puts the future of Nigeria Air on hold, pending further judicial review and potential changes to the project’s execution. The plaintiffs in the lawsuit comprise the Registered Trustees of the Airline Operators of Nigeria, along with Azman Air Services Limited, Air Peace Limited, Max Air Limited, United Nigeria Airlines Company Limited, and Topbrass Aviation Limited. The defendants were Nigeria Air Limited, Ethiopian Airlines, former Minister of Aviation Senator Hadi Sirika, the Federal Ministry of Aviation, and former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 06, 2024 22:43 UTC
Saudia Group concludes successful Hajj season 1445H – New Business
Saudia Group has announced its remarkable contributions to the success of Hajj Season 1445H through its integrated ecosystem that includes aviation, cargo, logistics, catering, ground services, and maintenance. Across the 74-day Hajj operations, Saudia operated at full capacity, ensuring operational efficiency with its fleet of 144 aircraft, as well as 14 additional aircraft dedicated to Hajj flights. Saudia Cargo played a pivotal role, leveraging innovative cargo services and a modern fleet, capitalizing on the Kingdom’s strategic location to connect continents together and execute digital transformation plans. During the Hajj season, Saudia Cargo operated 717 flights, transporting 98.9 thousand tons across 44.6 thousand export air waybills. SAL managed 3.4 million cargo shipments, totaling 76 million kg in weight, and operated 14.2 thousand flights, serving 59 airlines.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
August 06, 2024 22:11 UTC