Besintu Season 2 Episode 60– Ethiopian Comedy
borkenaBesintu Season 2 Episode 60– Ethiopian ComedyVideo : embedded from EBS TV YouTube channelCover Photo : screenshot from the videoJoin our Telegram Channel : t.me/borkenaLike borkena on FacebookEntertainmentAdd your Business to Ethiopian Business Listing / Ethiopian Business Directory JobsJoin the conversation. Follow us on X (formerly Twitter ) @zborkena to get the latest Ethiopian News updates regularly. Ethiopia Subscribe to YouTube channel To share information or for submission, send e-mail to info@borkena.com
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November 08, 2024 01:47 UTC
Walk by Faith A Testimony By Tigest Beyene
Tigest Beyene a local Author, and subject of the The Documentary Film Walk by Faith A Testimony By Tigest Beyene has been making her rounds since the start of the year in person, and on the digital circuit bringing attention to the importance, of promoting Domestic Violence Awareness by sharing her story of strength, forgiveness and new beginnings. Over the past year Tigest has been actively promoting her documentary and book Love, Sex, and sorrow in which both detail her life story in where she experienced domestic violence firsthand in past relationships, in which one of them resulted in her being shot twice a decade ago in the Sea-Tac area. Tigest an entrepreneur, hospital employee and A mother of two feels it’s her duty to use her voice and her faith in God as a source of strength to influence others who may have encountered similar past trauma in their own personal lives. From an early upbringing with two proud immigrant Ethiopian parents, Tigest has been no stranger to working for through hard times, learning from her mistakes, and has continued to see the best even in the darkest situation.
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November 08, 2024 00:45 UTC
Rebels kill 48 in Ethiopia's Oromia: rights agency
Ethiopia's rights watchdog said on Thursday it was investigating the killing of 48 people in the restive Oromia region and laid the blame for the bloodbath on armed rebels. At least 48 people, including a district official, were killed. Oromia, Ethiopia's most populous region, has since 2018 been in the grip of an insurrection by the OLA, while peace talks have failed to yield meaningful progress. The region, which sits in the centre of the country and surrounds the capital, is racked by numerous conflicts including political schisms, land disputes and ethnic strife. The OLA is accused by the government of orchestrating massacres, which the rebels deny.
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November 08, 2024 00:41 UTC
Three’s a crowd: Why Egypt’s and Somalia’s row with Ethiopia can embolden al-Shabaab
Al-Shabaab, the jihadist group seeking to topple Somalia’s government, quickly claimed responsibility, underscoring its relentless campaign of violence across the country. Somalia’s security quagmireSince 2007, successive AU peacekeeping missions have led combat operations against al-Shabaab on the ground, working with US and Turkish air support to help hold liberated areas. Partly through ATMIS, and partly through bilateral agreements with Somalia’s federal government, Ethiopia has 8,000-10,000 troops deployed in central and southern Somalia. Egypt’s and Somalia’s respective relations with Ethiopia have soured in recent years, bringing their own security cooperation closer together. The consequences of brinkmanshipEgypt’s and Somalia’s deteriorating relations with Ethiopia could have two dangerous ramifications for the fight against al-Shabaab.
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November 07, 2024 21:19 UTC
Persecution of Eritrean Jehovah’s Witnesses condemned by human rights experts
(RNS) — Thirty years after Eritrea revoked the citizenship of Jehovah’s Witnesses, international human rights experts are condemning the nation’s persecution of the religious group and advocating for the release of wrongfully detained prisoners. In light of the arrests, human rights experts have chosen to speak up as the anniversary of the denial of citizenship approached. While Jehovah’s Witnesses characterized their lack of participation as political neutrality, not opposition to Eritrean independence, the Eritrean government responded by stripping Jehovah’s Witnesses of their citizenship. Many Jehovah’s Witnesses in Eritrea are effectively barred from holding government jobs, receiving government benefits and accessing bank accounts. The lack of official documents also prevents many Jehovah’s Witnesses from owning property, finding employment or leaving the country.
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November 07, 2024 20:35 UTC
Safaricom to open regional office in Jigjiga
Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia is readying to open a regional office in Jigjiga, seat of the Somali regional administration. “In addition to providing reliable connectivity, we have prioritized Digital Financial Services through M-PESA, which has seen a commendable adoption across the Somali Region, marking one of the highest usage rates in Ethiopia,” reads a statement from Safaricom. “Our presence in areas like Gode shows our commitment to connect people to people, people to knowledge, and people to opportunities. - Advertisement -Safaricom also rebuilt the Jigjiga marketplace, which was devastated by fire in July 2023, reads the statement. Safaricom Ethiopia’s network expansion and support in the education sector contribute significantly to our development goals,” said Abdulahi Ali Haji, mayor of Gode Town.
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November 07, 2024 20:24 UTC
Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie emphasises country's progress in food security
During a reception for participants of the ongoing "World Without Hunger Conference" in Addis Ababa, President Taye Atske Selassie said Ethiopia is making significant progress in achieving food self-sufficiency and enhancing food security. President Taye praised the government's successful wheat initiatives, which have made Ethiopia self-sufficient in wheat production and enabled Ethiopia to export surplus crops. The President thanked Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed for his effective leadership and support for the development of agriculture in Ethiopia. Emphasising the importance of cooperation, President Taye called on African governments and the private sector to partner in increasing agricultural productivity and promoting sustainable development. Jointly organised by UNIDO, the African Union Commission (AUC) and the Government of Ethiopia, the conference brought together more than 1,500 high-level participants from various sectors, united by the desire to address global food insecurity.
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November 07, 2024 20:13 UTC
Africa Tourism Partners appoints Claire Mugabi as East African representative
Africa Tourism Partners appoints Claire Mugabi as the representative for East Africa, enhancing strategic tourism initiatives and market development across the continent starting November 4, 2024. JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Africa Tourism Partners (ATP) announce the appointment of Claire Mugabi (MCIM, MBA) as the representative for East Africa with effect from Monday, 04 November 2024. Africa Tourism Partners (ATP) is a UN Tourism Affiliate Member and a recipient of the Distinction Award. Claire Mugabi is the current CEO of AFRIREPS, based in Uganda and will be joining Africa Tourism Partners (ATP) as East African representative. “I am excited to join Africa Tourism Partners (ATP) as the representative and focal person for East Africa.
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November 07, 2024 19:02 UTC
New video footage purportedly showing captured gov’t soldiers in Wollo
borkenaA new video purportedly showing hundreds of government solders captured in battle by Fano forces in Wollo is released. Watch it belowVideo : embedded from Ke Wollo Semay Seer YouTube channelCover photo : screenshot from the videoJoin our Telegram Channel : t.me/borkenaLike borkena on FacebookAdd your Business to Ethiopian Business Listing / Ethiopian Business DirectoryEthiopian News VideoJoin the conversation. Follow us on X (formerly Twitter ) @zborkena to get the latest Ethiopian News updates regularly. Ethiopia Subscribe to YouTube channel To share information or for submission, send an e-mail to info@borkena.com
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November 07, 2024 17:53 UTC
Sierra Leone’s President and Guinea’s Prime Minister visit Ethiopian Air Force Headquarters
Addis Ababa, November 7, 2024 (FBC) – President Julius Mada Bio of Sierra Leone and Prime Minister Amadou Ouri Bah of Guinea paid a visit to the the Headquarters of the Ethiopian Air Force. They were warmly received by Lt. Gen. Yilma Merdasa, Commander-in-Chief of the Ethiopian Air Force. The visit was attended by Defense Minister Aisha Mohamed, Agriculture Minister Girma Amente, and other senior leaders of the Air Force. During the tour, the dignitaries observed the extensive reforms undertaken within the Ethiopian Air Force, which align with the government’s commitment to enhancing security and intelligence institutions. These initiatives are part of a broader national reform initiative aimed at building an Ethiopian Air Force that will instill pride in future generations, it was stated during the visit.
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November 07, 2024 17:34 UTC
Ethiopian Birr Exchange Rate: Latest Figures Against USD and Other Currencies
By Beatrice Pauline OtienoAccording to the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia information, the exchange rate applicable for 7th November 2024 Ethiopian Birr (ETB) USD and other major currencies was as followsThe information above suggests USD high demand is expected, ETB has slightly depreciated against the dollar according to the official rate of the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia. According to sources,, the depreciation of the Ethiopian Birr (ETB) against the US Dollar (USD) has been because of Ongoing external pressure and dwindling foreign reserves. On the other hand, the margins in other currencies such as GBP, INR, and other currencies are tied to uncertainties in shifts in different economies in the world. __Join our Telegram Channel : t.me/borkenaLike borkena on FacebookBusiness NewsAdd your business to Ethiopian Business Listing / Ethiopian Business DirectoryJoin the conversation. Follow us on twitter @zborkena to get the latest Ethiopian News updates regularly.
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November 07, 2024 17:18 UTC
Celebrating Ethiopian Airlines delivery of the first A350-1000 in Africa equipped with Thales’s AVANT Up IFE
Ethiopian Airlines is the 1 st Airbus A350-1000 in Africa delivered with Thales’s AVANT Up Inflight entertainment (IFE) system. Airbus A350-1000 in Africa delivered with Thales’s AVANT Up Inflight entertainment (IFE) system. In Toulouse, France, Ethiopian Airlines and Thales celebrated the delivery of the airline’s first A350-1000 aircraft, which is also the first in Africa to be equipped with Thales’s state-of-the-art AVANT Up inflight entertainment (IFE) system. This ushers a new era of inflight entertainment for Ethiopian Airlines’ valued passengers. With Thales’ AVANT Up, Ethiopian is bringing the latest consumer technologies and capabilities to its A350-1000 aircraft that will elevate and transform the airline’s passenger journey.
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November 07, 2024 14:05 UTC
Four 163” LED museum displays showcase Ethiopian art
The Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) has consistently evolved over the years to meet the changing needs of its audience, embracing the use of modern technologies. As part of the museum’s vision to give digital art the same prominence as its traditional collections, it has set up a Digital Artist in Residence Program. To advance this vision, the museum teamed up with Blue Square for the House of Yatreda installation in its Ethiopia at the Crossroads exhibit. The TMA installed four Vision X 163” 4K LED displays to showcase Yatreda’s Abyssinian Queen series, which animates the life and journeys of an Ethiopian queen and her followers. The high-resolution displays offer a cinematic experience that immerses visitors in the Ethiopian concept of tizita – a nostalgic longing for the past.
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November 07, 2024 13:14 UTC
Safaricom First-Half Profit Drops as Ethiopian Birr Plummets
(Bloomberg) -- Safaricom Plc, Kenya’s biggest company by market value, said first-half profit fell 18% because of the devaluation of Ethiopia’s currency. The weakening of the currency cost the company about 17.5 billion shillings, according to a results presentation. In the long term, this is good for Ethiopia,” Ndegwa said. But we must take into account the financial impact in the short term.”To mitigate that hit, Safaricom has renegotiated foreign-currency denominated contracts, taken on local suppliers and reviewed pricing. Cuts OutlookSafaricom slashed its forecast for the group’s operating profit by about 8% to a range capped at 100 billion shillings after widening its operating loss outlook for Ethiopia to as much as 61 billion shillings.
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November 07, 2024 10:48 UTC
Rounded up, massacred and posted on social media: can Ethiopia bring justice for atrocities in Tigray?
View image in fullscreen A stone monument marks the site of the Mahbere Dego massacre in Tigray. Photograph: Fred Harter“It was heartbreaking,” says priest Gebremeskal Berhe, standing beside one of the graves at his church of Mahbere Tsadkan. View image in fullscreen The site of the Mahbere Dego massacre, where dozens of men are said to have been killed. Photograph: Fred HarterA major concern is the lack of international participation in the process. Photograph: Fred HarterEritrean troops have been accused of committing some of the worst atrocities of the war.
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November 07, 2024 09:19 UTC