Ethiopia rejects allegations its forces massacred civilians as the West urges an investigation
Ethiopia’s government on Thursday dismissed allegation its soldiers massacred scores of civilians last month in the country's restive Amhara region as the West is demanding an investigation into the killings. A rebellion broke out in Amhara — Ethiopia’s second-biggest province — last year when the government moved to dissolve regional forces and absorb them into the federal army. Rights monitors have documented a range of human rights abuses by government forces during the conflict, including alleged extra-judicial killings. The two sides began fighting even before the Tigray conflict ended in November 2022 with a peace deal. Amhara is now under a state of emergency that suspends civil liberties and gives extra powers to the security services.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 15, 2024 14:42 UTC
In Pictures: 75th Gadaa power transfer ceremony of Gujii Oromo kicks off in Me’ee Bokkoo
Addis Abeba – The 75th Gadaa power transfer ceremony of the Gujii Oromo, marking the handover of power from the Harmuufaa to Roobalee Gadaa classes have commenced in Me’ee Bokkoo, a ritual site found in Annaa Sorraa district of Gujii zone, Southern Oromia. Inscribed by the UNESCO in 2016 as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Gadaa is an indigenous democratic system of governance exercised by the Oromo people regulating political, economic, social and religious activities. Today marks the first day of Gumii, congress of Gadaa leaders who gather to legislate customary laws that govern the Gujii for the coming eight years. The actual power transfer ceremony, which takes place every eight years seeing rotation of power between the five Gadaa classes; Dhallanaa, Harmuufaa, Roobalee, Muudanaa and Halchiisaa, is expected to be held next week following the completion of legislation by the Gumii. Photo Courtesy: Oromia Culture and Tourism Bureau and Oromia Tourism CommissionAdvertisement
Source:Ethiopian News
February 15, 2024 12:41 UTC
Ethiopia seeks the inclusion of Amharic as AU working language
Taye Aske Selassie Speaking at the African Union Executive Council (MFAE)borkena“I wish to propose the inclusion of Amharic as one of the official languages of the African Union,” Atske Selassie said in his first speech, as Ethiopia’s Foreign Affairs Minister, at the 44th Executive Council of the African Union in Addis Ababa. Amharic is one of the ancient languages in Africa with its alphabets and is widely spoken in Ethiopia – one of the most populous countries in Africa with 120 million people. Currently, the language is the working language of the Ethiopian government. Nigerien movie star, Rahmatou Keita, has been campaigning to make Amharic one of the working languages of the African Union since 2017. This year’s theme of the African Union summit is: “Educate an African fit for the 21st Century: Building resilient education systems for increased access to inclusive, lifelong, quality, and relevant learning in Africa.”__Join our Telegram Channel : t.me/borkenaLike borkena on FacebookJoin the conversation.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 15, 2024 12:24 UTC
Injera Dreams: Missing Ethiopian food in Frederick County
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February 15, 2024 09:47 UTC
Bend-based ReachAnother Foundation launching first pediatric neurosurgery center in Ethiopia
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- In a big step toward transforming pediatric health care in Ethiopia, the Central Oregon-based nonprofit organization, ReachAnother Foundation, is spearheading the launch of the first stand-alone, state-of-the-art Pediatric Neurosurgery Center in that African country. “This project is a significant undertaking for ReachAnother Foundation, and it marks a historic moment in Ethiopian health care,” added Yakob S. Ahmed, ReachAnother Ethiopian Country Director. “The Pediatric Neurosurgery Center at Zewditu Hospital will be a beacon of hope for children who, until now, have faced critical challenges in accessing specialized care. The Pediatric Neurosurgery Center at Zewditu Memorial Hospital aims to change this by providing comprehensive care exclusively tailored for pediatric patients. Since 2009, ReachAnother has funded surgery for over 11,000 children, and today it partners with eight hospitals across Ethiopia to develop Centers of Excellence in Pediatric Neurosurgery.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 15, 2024 09:47 UTC
News: Ethiopian government denies reports of extrajudicial killings in Merawi town, Amhara region amid domestic, international outcry
Legesse Tulu, Minister of State for Communication Services (Photo: FBC)Addis Abeba – The Ethiopian government has denied reports of recent extrajudicial killings by state security forces in the town of Merawi, located in the Amhara region. The report stated that civilians were targeted based on suspicion of “supporting the armed Fano group.”According to EHRC, the exact number of casualties remains unconfirmed, pending further investigation. The corroborated reports of the extrajudicial killings have generated sharp criticism internationally. Yesterday, the British Embassy in Addis Abeba expressed concern, stating, “Reported killings of civilians in Merawi are disturbing and follow reports of other violations. Legesse stated that the State of Emergency Implementation Inquiry Board in the Amhara region is currently handling the matter.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 15, 2024 09:33 UTC
Ethiopia Coffee targets fourth consecutive against Hambericho Durame
Ethiopia Coffee face Hambericho Durame in the hope of achieving a fourth straight win and Adama hosts Ethiopian Insurance in the second game. Both Ethiopia Premier League 15th week matches come up at the Adama Science and Technology University Stadium. The other match of the day offers so much with the in-form Ethiopia Coffee odds on favourites to earn their fourth straight win when they play against the bottom siders, Hambericho Durame. Ethiopia Coffee have gone through the last seven fixtures undefeated, with five wins and two draws. Hambericho Durame look like they won't escape relegation from their poor run unless by some stroke of magic, they begin to win games, but Ethiopia Coffee looks like the wrong fixture at this time.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 15, 2024 09:16 UTC
Ethiopia To Ban Petrol And Diesel Car Imports As The Country Combats Financial Struggles
The African nation of Ethiopia recently announced that it plans to ban the import of petrol and diesel cars. He further said that efforts were being made to set up charging stations for electric cars. The new policy aims to restrict foreign exchange resources for buying new internal combustion engine (ICE) cars and also reduce crude oil imports in the country. The ban on the import of ICE vehicles will make a dent in the plans of existing automakers operating in the market. These plants are equipped to make ICE and electric vehicles.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 15, 2024 07:42 UTC
Renew Capital set to fund 50 tech startups in Africa – New Business Ethiopia
Renew Capital launched Renew Venture Lab Fund 2 (RVL2), aiming to invest in and empower up to 50 innovative tech startups across Africa. Amidst a surge of new funds in Africa’s thriving tech sector, Renew Capital has emerged as a distinctive player. “We are grateful to have members of the Renew Capital Angels visiting Kenya this week on an EconTourism trip. Following the closing and deployment of capital from Renew Venture Lab Fund 1, Renew Capital is now launching Renew Venture Lab Fund 2 (RVL2). The most successful companies in RVL2 will be eligible for larger investments from Renew Capital Fund 1, the firm’s growth-stage investment fund.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
February 14, 2024 19:49 UTC
Addis summit raises questions about AU’s muted stance on Ethiopia rifts
From Thursday, African leaders will gather in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, home of the African Union (AU), for the continental body’s annual summit. This week, the Ethiopian Human Rights Council said “at least 45 civilians” had been killed by federal troops in Amhara. This, despite a history of domestic turmoil: for example mass arrests of street hawkers and the homeless in Addis Ababa, to keep out of view of visiting dignitaries and release after their departure, has gone unnoticed. Strategic alignmentIndeed Ethiopia has often gotten a pass from the international community despite several human rights violations and questionable foreign policies. “The government had expressed its displeasure with the AU’s inquiry, calling it ‘regrettable’ and ‘unilateral’,” explains journalist and Addis Standard magazine’s founder Tsedale Lemma.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 14, 2024 19:47 UTC
UN chief warns that "empty bellies fuel unrest"
In a stark warning, the United Nations chief said on Tuesday that the combined impact of climate chaos and food crises are increasing threats to global peace. Speaking at the UN Security Council in New York, Antonio Guterres said climate disasters have a negative impact on food production which kindles social unrest. “A global food crisis is creating a hellscape of anger and heartache for many of the world's poorest people. And the climate crisis is accelerating with the deadly force, and last year was the hottest ever.”“Both of these facts undermine peace. “In many places, climate disasters add another dimension.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 14, 2024 19:45 UTC
How Tom Suozzi Won Back a Seat for the Democrats
Democrat Tom Suozzi won back New York’s third congressional district seat in yesterday’s special election to replace George Santos, defeating Republican Mazi Pilip by a greater-than-expected margin of around eight points. The Pilip campaign remained insular — wedded to a campaign strategy that worked for her county legislative campaign in Great Neck and not the district as a whole. By the end of the campaign, Suozzi had a 35 percent advantage over Pilip with Asian voters. His team and aligned PACs flooded Asian voters with handwritten postcards, phone calls, and text messages. Asian voters who had not yet taken part in early voting were sent repeated text messages to turn out at the voting booth.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 14, 2024 19:03 UTC
Ethiopian-Israeli-American falls short in securing congressional seat
In a special congressional election to fill the vacated seat of disgraced Republican George Santos, Ethiopian-born Israeli-American Mazi Pilip, running as a Republican, lost on Tuesday to three-term congressman Tom Suozzi, as Democrats picked up a critical House seat in New York’s 3rd congressional district. The race, won by Suozzi by a larger-than-expected margin, is looked at by many as a bellwether of November’s general election. Rep. Nick LaLota, a Republican first-term U.S. House member from New York’s 1st congressional district, insisted Pilip did not spend the campaign on the defense. She also had a short campaign through which to catch up with Suozzi on name recognition. Suozzi will need to defend his seat again in November, with the special election held to fill out the remainder of Santos’s term.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 14, 2024 15:29 UTC
Ethiopia, UNIDO ink $28m deal to boost textile, garment industry
The project seeks to bolster regulatory frameworks and institutional capacities in Ethiopia’s textile and garment industry. https://t.co/Wi1H3hRs2t — UNIDO (@UNIDO) February 1, 2024The endeavour is expected to spotlight waste management practices within the industry, by prioritising recycling and minimising losses in the production process. The agreement was formally endorsed by Sewasew and Calabro Aurelia Patrizia, UNIDO representative in Ethiopia and Hassan Mohammed, state minister of industry. In 2017, UNIDO signed a € 2.5m project with Italy aimed at capacity building and job creation for youth and women in the textile sector in migration-prone areas of Ethiopia. The project also built the capacities of entrepreneurs and workers within the textile sector and strengthened the know-how of the Ministry of Industry of Ethiopia.
Source:Ethiopian News
February 14, 2024 15:19 UTC