ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - Ethiopia's parliament on Friday extended by four months a state of emergency declared in August to respond to an insurgency in the northern region of Amhara that has resulted in hundreds of deaths and drawn accusations of widespread human rights abuses. Fighting erupted in Amhara last July between federal forces and a local militia called Fano, which has accused the government of undermining the region's security. The state of emergency handed the government powers to impose curfews, restrict people's movement and ban public gatherings. The state-appointed Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has documented a range of alleged abuses in the Amhara conflict, most of which it has attributed to government forces. EHRC head Daniel Bakele said on social media on Friday that his organisation was "gravely concerned" about the implications of the extension for human rights and the humanitarian situation.
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February 02, 2024 11:48 UTC
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February 02, 2024 11:00 UTC
Radisson Hotel Group announced the opening of Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit, its first Safari hotel in Africa and 11th hotel in South Africa. Boasting majestic views of the Drakensberg mountains, the highest mountain range in Southern Africa, Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit (https://apo-opa.co/3OrIxzt) is surrounded by endless destination-immersing activities. “We are thrilled to open the doors of our first safari-inspired hotel in South Africa. The opening of Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit marks our 11th hotel opening in South Africa and completes our own Golden Triangle Safari offering with exquisite properties in Cape Town and the recently opened Radisson Blu Resort Mosi-oa-Tunya in Livingstone,” said Tim Cordon, Chief Operating Officer, Middle East, Africa and SEAP, Radisson Hotel Group. Featuring a planter roof and inspiring views of the surrounding grasslands, Radisson Hotel Safari Hoedspruit will offer a tranquil and rejuvenating escape at its Amani Spa.
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February 02, 2024 08:26 UTC
There’s just one problem: Omar didn’t actually give the statements quoted by Greene in her resolution. In the speech, Omar discussed a recent Ethiopian deal with the separatist region of Somaliland, which Somalia considers part of its own territory. “Censuring Representative Ilhan Omar of Somali — I mean— Minnesota,” Greene said, before reading the text of the document. Today, I’m introducing a Censure Resolution on Ilhan Omar for admitting she’s working as a foreign agent for a foreign country. RelatedOn Wednesday, the Star Tribune found that the viral video’s translation differed significantly from another translation Omar had promoted on social media as being more accurate.
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February 02, 2024 07:59 UTC
Swedish hybrid-electric airplane maker Heart Aerospace today announced it raised a total of $107 million in Series B funding, representing another significant stepping stone toward sustainable regional air travel. The new round brings the total financing raised by Heart Aerospace since its inception to $145 million. ‘We couldn’t be more excited about this round,” said Anders Forslund, co-founder, and CEO of Heart Aerospace. Heart Aerospace is taking decarbonization to the skies and we’re proud to be funding technology that will fundamentally change the aviation industry,” said Ted Persson. Heart Aerospace has 250 orders for the ES-30, with options and purchase rights for an additional 120 planes.
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February 02, 2024 07:36 UTC
ISLAMABAD - The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and Pakistan on Thursday explored different avenues for economic cooperation during a bilateral meeting that took place here in Islamabad at the Ministry of Finance. Dr. Eyob Tekalign Tolina, State Minister of Finance, led the Ethiopian delegation while the Pakistan side was led by Dr Shamshad Akhtar, Finance Minister. Both sides had a productive discussion on the matters of mutual interest including the bilateral cooperation in financial sector of both countries. The two countries expressed the resolve to bolster economic cooperation between the two brotherly countries. Earlier, Dr Eyob Tolina, State Minister of Finance, FDR Ethiopia, along with his delegation called on Dr Inayat Hussain, Deputy Governor State Bank of Pakistan.
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February 02, 2024 07:24 UTC
Recent research from the Ethiopian Economics Association highlights fears of a Western backlash against the country’s BRICS membership. The survey of 233 Ethiopian economists finds a majority saying the country will face adverse measures from Western powers, including refusal of new loans and grants, pressure for currency devaluation and less chance of foreign direct investment (FDI).
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February 02, 2024 05:04 UTC
Weld County residents living ag lifestyle learn their properties were zoned residential decades ago Dozens of home and land owners in eastern unincorporated Greeley are facing possible fines after learning the way they’ve lived on their properties for years may be in violation of zoning codes.
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February 02, 2024 02:12 UTC
Denver Health and DPS to bring mobile health clinics to 4 schools Denver Health has launched a new Mobile Health Clinic in partnership with Denver Public Schools to provide access to healthcare services to DPS families, including newly arriving migrants.
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February 02, 2024 00:41 UTC
St George brought Ethiopia Premier League leaders, Ethiopia Nigd Bank down to earth with a thumping 3-0 win. St George on a mission to show who was Boss despite the season long dominant display of the Bankers. CBE came out stronger in the second half, but St George defended stoutly. Frimpong Mensah, St George's Ghanaian import increased their advantage in the 83rd minute to pile misery on Ethiopia Nigd with a 2-0 lead. St George moves to 24 points, but remain third but now three points behind Mekelakeya in second on 27 points but Ethiopia Nigd still lead with 29 points
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February 02, 2024 00:01 UTC
Ethiopian Parliament Building (file)borkenaEthiopia’s House of People’s Representative ( the parliament) is meeting this Friday to extend the state of emergency imposed in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Wazema Radio cited members of parliament, whose names are unspecified, to report that the first agenda of the special meeting is to extend the state of emergency in the Amhara region. The state of emergency was followed by an official full-fledged military campaign in the region involving mechanized contingents, infantry, and the Air Force. When the Ethiopian Parliament was moving to impose the state of emergency about six months ago, Gedu Andargachew, former president of the Amhara region, Foreign Affairs Minister, and Security advisor to the Prime Minister expressed his opposition to the parliament. He said the situation in the Amhara region could only be resolved by political dialogue and that the military situation will aggravate the situation.
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February 01, 2024 21:42 UTC
For the eatery’s many regulars, the sight of Lewis’ familiar face is as comforting as the food itself. (Richmond magazine)Spotlight: Brittanny AndersonA triple threat on the Richmond dining scene, Brittanny Anderson operates the Alpine-inspired Brenner Pass in Scott’s Addition, adjacent good-time bar Black Lodge, and Union Hill German establishment Metzger Bar & Butchery. (Richmond magazine)Restaurant extravaganza Vegan 72 may have wrapped up last weekend, but these five plant-based favorites are mainstays on local menus. (Richmond BizSense)Hailing from the Lone Star State, Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille will roll out its first Virginia location at Short Pump Town Center on Feb. 5. The local restaurant community is mourning the loss of friend and cohort Evan Duke, who died last week.
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February 01, 2024 20:22 UTC
Nearly 8 million people have fled Sudan to neighboring countries since the war broke out in April 2023. Addressing journalists on Wednesday in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, Grandi said the refugee crisis in Ethiopia and Sudan has been sidelined and poorly funded by international aid organizations, especially after the Ukraine and Gaza crisis. "The international community cannot turn its back on the humanitarian response and dire situations in Sudan and Ethiopia that are highly affected by conflicts and internal displacements," Grandi said. Ethiopia is one of six neighboring countries that continue to receive people fleeing Sudan. In 2024, the overall requirements for UNHCR's response in Ethiopia totals some 426 million U.S. dollars, said the UN agency.
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February 01, 2024 20:21 UTC
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February 01, 2024 20:16 UTC
Toga appreciated the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)’s continued support for the commission since its inception, including technical assistance in its human resource development efforts, program structuring and formulation, as well as material assistance in the form of office equipment and vehicles. Doe, in turn, reaffirmed support for the implementation of the ex-combatants’ rehabilitation program, which is part of the Pretoria Peace Agreement signed between the Ethiopian Government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front on November 2, 2022, to end the conflict. It also pledged to mobilize more resources to support the Commission’s efforts. On November 13, 2022, Ethiopia’s Council of Ministers debated and approved a draft regulation to establish the National Rehabilitation Commission with the objective of disarming organized groups and subsequent incorporating them into peaceful life in a legal, safe and sustainable manner, according to official sources. jg/arm/mem/nm
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February 01, 2024 17:17 UTC