TikTok video falsely claims Ethiopian Orthodox Church forbids songs praising Jesus
Come to Jesus.”Mirtnesh Tilahun is a popular gospel singer in the Orthodox church. “There are those who claim that a song should always contain a verse praising the Virgin Mary to be an Orthodox song. We found a longer version of the TikTok video (archived here) published on Tizitaw’s YouTube channel on October 19, 2022. The first minute of the TikTok video is lifted from the original video between 30’10” to 31’04” and then from 22’45” to 23’50”. Tizitaw’s final statement in the falsely captioned footage is also taken from the original video from 28’42” to 29’02”.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 28, 2024 10:18 UTC
Ethiopia, Pakistan discuss maritime cooperation
He highlighted the role of the FDR Ethiopia in ensuring regional security by immensely contributing to the fight against terrorism. On the occasion, the Ambassador said the FDR Ethiopia had recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Somaliland that completely aligned with the international rules. On the other hand, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf acknowledged the role played by Ethiopia in regional integration through multiple initiatives. He congratulated the government of the FDR Ethiopia on holding the AU summit successfully. He said both the countries were heirs of the centuries’ old civilisations and had huge potential for the bilateral cooperation including the area of maritime.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 28, 2024 07:32 UTC
Final report on PIA A320 crash in Karachi released
Pakistan’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Board has now released its Final Report into the fatal crash of a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Airbus A320. Around 2,000 ft, flight crew announced that they have lost engines, followed by a MAYDAY call. Post-mortem of both the flight crew was performed by Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) Karachi. Forensic toxicology analysis report did not indicate influence of drugs, volatiles or intoxication of both flight crew. The CVR recording did not reveal medical anomaly or incapacitation of both flight crew prior to the end of flight.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 28, 2024 04:54 UTC
MWC: Ethiopian fintech eQub digitizes peer-to-peer credit
Ethiopian startup eQub is the winner of the fintech pitch-off at 4YFN 2024, Mobile World Congress' startup event. The startup's name is an Amharic word referring to a local form of peer-to-peer credit, Michael said. An Equb is a group of people who join forces to save money, which is then distributed on a rotating basis. Making an Equb digital is an improvement in itself: For eQub members with bank accounts, they can add money without having to go to an ATM. eQub appImage Credits: eQubIn both cases, eQub is taking measures to make sure savings are secure.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 28, 2024 02:02 UTC
Ethiopian government tries to stop UK auction of looted Maqdala shield
The Ethiopian government has called the auction of a looted colonial-era shield “inappropriate and immoral” as it attempts to stop its sale this week and prevent it from disappearing into a private collection. The Anderson & Garland auction house, in Newcastle upon Tyne, was contacted by the Ethiopian National Heritage national restitution committee about the 19th-century Abyssinian shield, which it said should be removed from the auction set to take place on Thursday. The Ethiopian government has been appealing for decades for the return of items taken in 1868. after newsletter promotionThe Ethiopian embassy said more than 20 private collectors had returned Maqdala items after restitution requests. The move by the abbey puts pressure on the British Museum, which has 11 tabots in its collection that are not on display and are available to be visited by Ethiopian Orthodox priests.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 17:10 UTC
Ethiopia-Kenya: Prime Minister Ahmed flies to Nairobi to break the isolation in the region
The prime minister of Ethiopia, Abiya Ahmed, he is expected in Nairobi in these hours for a visit with which he aims to consolidate relations with Kenya and break the growing isolation of Addis Ababa in the region, in particular after the outbreak of the diplomatic crisis with neighboring Somalia. The visit will be the first that the Ethiopian prime minister makes to the president's Kenya William Ruto. Finally, Nairobi and Addis Ababa are closely connected by energy projects, for example for the supply to Kenya - started at the end of last summer - of energy generated by Ethiopian dams. Last summer the then deputy prime minister and foreign minister also said it publicly Demeke Mekonnen, remembering that Ethiopia needs an outlet on the Red Sea, lost in 1993 with the independence of Eritrea. Without a doubt, Nairobi and Addis have an interest in carrying forward in parallel a easing of the bureaucracy associated with bilateral trade.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 15:31 UTC
The African Editors Forum condemns arrest of French journalist Antoine Galindo in Ethiopia
The African Editors Forum condemns arrest of French journalist Antoine Galindo in EthiopiaThe African Editors Forum (TAEF) has strongly condemned the arrest and detention by Ethiopian authorities of the French journalist Antoine Galindo. The premium guild of editors on the continent says it is deeply concerned and alarmed by the arbitrary detention of French journalist Antoine Galindo by the Ethiopian authorities. TAEF therefore demands that:Ethiopian authorities immediately release Mr. Galindo and return his confiscated belongings. Additionally, TAEF calls upon:The African Union and international community to pressure the Ethiopian government to release Mr. Galindo and uphold press freedom. Journalism is not a crime and no journalist should be arrested, detained or tortured for merely doing their job.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 15:30 UTC
Shame’ on Those Who Silence Artists, Responds Shahzia Sikander, MoMA PS1 Protesters Demand Better Wages, Jacob Rothschild dies and More: Morning Links for February 27, 2024
THE HEADLINESTo receive Morning Links in your inbox every weekday, sign up for our Breakfast with ARTnews newsletter. Sikander responded to The Art Newspaper, saying: “Art should be about discourse and not censorship. Shame on those that silence artists.” She said she was told the planned talk would be pushed to the fall. Workers protested outside MoMA PS1 in New York late last week to demand better wages and health benefits, reported Hyperallergic. [The Art Newspaper]The Ethiopian government has asked the UK auction house Anderson & Garland to cancel the sale of a 19th-century Ethiopian battle shield and to restitute it.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 15:03 UTC
Ethiopian Airlines reinstates domestic flight to Dembi Dollo – New Business Ethiopia
Ethiopian Airlines Group announce the expansion of its domestic services to South-Western Ethiopia with a thrice weekly passenger services to be reinstated to Dembi Dollo starting from February 26, 2024. Additionally, we believe that this air service will stimulate socio-economic development in the region by facilitating tourism, trade, and investment. This initiative demonstrates Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to developing air transport services throughout Ethiopia,” he said. The commencement of the new passenger service to Dembi Dollo allows convenient travel to the South-Western part of Ethiopia. Ethiopian Airlines operates passenger flights to 22 domestic destinations in Ethiopia.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
February 27, 2024 13:39 UTC
News: Ethiopia’s Amhara region sees renewed fighting between government forces, Fano
Reports suggest that significant combat has reignited in the past few days between government security forces and the non-state militia, Fano in some urban areas within Ethiopia’s Amhara region including Lalibela town (Photo: Getty Images)Addis Abeba – In recent days, heavy fighting has resumed between government security forces and the non-state militia, Fano, across multiple urban locales within Ethiopia’s Amhara region. According to residents who spoke with the BBC, clashes have been reported in West and North Gojjam, North Shewa, and North Wollo zones, with roads being blocked off. Intense battles have also occurred around areas such as Gondar, Merawi, Dega Damot, Shewa Robit, Antsokiyana Gemza, and Lalibela since late last week, residents said. In Merawi town, Saturday saw hours of heavy gunfire exchanges near government offices between security personnel and Fano militants. Contrary to these reports, the Amhara regional government’s communication bureau issued a statement today asserting that “relative peace has prevailed in most areas of our region” due to strengthened community support for security efforts.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 12:07 UTC
TCAS averts collision between Qatar 787 and Ethiopian A350
A Qatar Airways Boeing 787-8 and an Ethiopian Airlines Airbus A350-900 came dangerously close to colliding in transit. The incident involved Qatar Airways flight QR1383, en route from Doha (DOH) to Entebbe (EBB), and Ethiopian Airlines flight ET602, operating from Addis Ababa (ABB) to Dubai (DXB). Unbeknownst to the crew, an Ethiopian Airlines flight was already cruising at 39,000 feet on the same route, passing in the opposite direction. Collision Averted by TCASThe conflict was averted by the onboard Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) on the Qatar Airways aircraft. Strengthening Regional Air Traffic ManagementThe near miss over Somalia raises questions about potential shortcomings in air traffic management procedures in the region.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 11:56 UTC
Kilitch Drugs (India) Limited’s Subsidiary Won Tender Issued by the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Supply Service of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
Mumbai (India), February 27: Kilitch Drugs (India) Limited, (BSE CODE:524500, NSE CODE: KILITCH), a multi-national pharmaceutical company based in Mumbai, has announced that its subsidiary, Kilitch Estro Biotech PLC, has secured a significant tender issued by the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Supply Service of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia having value of approx. This tender win marks a notable achievement for the company not only because of this tender but also it will definitely repeat as the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Supply Service has planned to purchase injectable from local manufacturer. The contract is executable within a timeline of six months from the receipt of the order, highlighting the efficiency and capability of Kilitch Drugs (India) Limited’s subsidiary in fulfilling such large-scale contracts. This accomplishment further solidifies Kilitch Drug’s position in the pharmaceutical industry, showcasing its ability to secure substantial contracts and expand its presence in international markets. Commenting on the receipt of the order Mr. Mukund Mehta, Managing Director of Kilitch Drugs (India) Limited said, “It is a significant achievement for the company.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 10:32 UTC
Ethiopia plans independent insurance regulator to steer industry growth: Mamo Mihretu
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Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 10:31 UTC
Organic Farming Insights in India: Shared by Pravin Chandan
Organic farming in India is an incredible solution to help achieve food security goals through sustainable agriculture practices. Organic farming refers to natural, eco-friendly, and sustainable practices of farming. Growth of Organic Farming in IndiaIndia ranks number one for the total number of organic farmers as per 2021 data and sixth for the World’s Organic Agricultural land. The total area registered for organic farming under the National Programme for Organic Production is 10.17 million hectares as of 31st March 2023. Methods of Organic Farming in India – A Brief Overview by Pravin ChandanDifferent techniques of organic farming are practised in India.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 10:31 UTC
Ethiopian police arrest French journalist over espionage
On Monday, several press lobbies around the world demanded for his release even as Addis Ababa argued the journalist had flouted regulations. “The Ethiopian Media Authority (EMA) has not issued any other permit to cover other local issues,” the spokesperson told the Nation on Monday. He has since been detained at the Addis Ababa Police Commission in the Bole District. Share this: FacebookXSupport Voice Media Trust journalism of integrity and credibility Good journalism costs a lot of money. Donate into: Dollar Account: A/C NO: 3003093745A/C NAME: VOICE MEDIA TRUST LTDBANK: UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA Naira Account: A/C NO: 1023717841A/C NAME: VOICE MEDIA TRUST LTDBANK: UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA
Source:Ethiopian News
February 27, 2024 10:31 UTC