Landlocked Ethiopia to get sea access after Somaliland approves construction of naval base
Somaliland’s president has declared that his government will move forward with an agreement signed earlier this month with Ethiopia, a landlocked country, to grant Ethiopia access to the sea via Somaliland’s coastline. Ethiopia, Abdi said, is seeking to lease a segment of the coastline for a naval base — and not for commercial activities as previously thought. In exchange for leasing a 20 kilometer- (12.4 mile-) stretch of Somaliland’s coastline, Ethiopia would recognize Somaliland as an independent state. Somalia has protested vehemently against the agreement that would grant Ethiopia access to the strategically important Gulf of Aden and beyond that, to the Red Sea. “Eritrea is likely to be deeply concerned, given its deteriorating relationship with Ethiopia and its long Red Sea coastline,” Bryden said.
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January 27, 2024 21:24 UTC
Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal leaves the board. techcrunch
Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal has resigned from the e-commerce group's board, the two said on Saturday. The Bengaluru-headquartered startup's other co-founder Sachin Bansal left the board in 2018 after a tussle with investors. Binny Bansal, who reserved the right to stay on Flipkart's board for as long as he wants, cited conflict of interest with his new venture as the reason for the move. Bansal – who is also on PhonePe's board, a position he holds – has become a prolific investor in recent years, having backed several startups, including PhonePe. After leaving Flipkart, Sachin Bansal founded Navi, a financial services firm which is considering going public.
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January 27, 2024 19:47 UTC
MWL, GCC welcome UN court’s ruling on Israeli actions in Gaza
RIYADH: The Muslim World League on Saturday welcomed the UN’s top court’s preliminary ruling that any acts of genocide, or statements that call for genocide, aimed at Palestinians in the Gaza Strip must cease. The 17-judge panel instructed Israel to report back in a month on its progress in complying with the ruling. The interim ruling did not reach a decision on the merits of the genocide allegation, which could take years. GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi said that the court’s ruling against Israel confirms its “brutal crimes” against the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip. The GCC chief commended the efforts exerted by South Africa and the legal team that prepared the case.
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January 27, 2024 14:36 UTC
Ethiopia: Hadiya Requires Urgent to Measles Outbreak
Development Diaries reports that a measles outbreak in the Hadiya zone of Central Ethiopia has so far killed 22 children within the last 14 days. According to local health workers, the outbreak has attained a significant prevalence, with over 80 individuals diagnosed with the disease in Shine Town alone. Health workers revealed that over 200 individuals presently carry a diagnosis of measles across the East Badawacho, West Badawacho, and Siraro Badawacho districts within the Hadiya Zone. Measles is endemic in Ethiopia, with cases reported every year. Development Diaries calls on the Ethiopian Health Minister, Lia Tadesse, to provide an immediate response to the measles outbreak to avoid the burden of another health crisis in the region.
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January 27, 2024 14:01 UTC
Ethiopia Nigd back on top, Adama stop Hawassa
Ethiopia Nigd Bank has reclaimed top spot over Mekelakeya with a 2-1 win over rivals Bahir Dar City, and Adama City found their range with 3-2 win over Hawassa City. The Bankers, also known as Commercial Bank of Ethiopia - CBE came from behind to defeat the Tana Waves but it was the five goal thriller which captivated fans at the Adama Science and Technology Stadium. Ali Sulieman gave Hawassa the lead on 39 minutes but Adama's young sensation, Yosef Tarekegn equalized two minutes later.
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January 27, 2024 12:54 UTC
How to leverage Ethiopia's start-up ecosystem for success Reporter latest ethiopian news today
Ethiopia is making steady progress in developing a thriving start-up ecosystem, but there is still room for improvement in fostering an innovative society. Rectifying these issues is critical to building a strong startup ecosystem, which acts as a key driver of growth. They should actively explore opportunities beyond the boundaries of their local ecosystem, especially at the global level. By overcoming the limitations of the current status quo, entrepreneurs can create their own realities and take Ethiopia's startup ecosystem to new heights. (Bereket Abeneh is a business consultant who advises companies and startup founders on building relationships and expanding into new markets.
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January 27, 2024 12:53 UTC
New revelation about Ethiopia-Somaliland Access To The Sea Deal
As it turns out, port access does not seem to be part of the deal. Somaliland seems to be interested in Ethiopia to continue using the Berbera port for its import and export needs. The party said the agreement with Somaliland was signed in line with the party’s conviction that Ethiopia’s growing population and economy needs a sea access that can accommodate the needs. What is clear is, according to the Ethiopian government, Somaliland will get a certain portion of stake from Ethiopian Airlines. __Join our Telegram Channel : t.me/borkenaLike borkena on FacebookAdd your business to Ethiopian Business Listing / Ethiopian Business DirectoryJoin the conversation.
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January 27, 2024 12:38 UTC
Awash Arba : A site of unparalleled notoriety
However, relatively little has been said about the Awash Arba military camp in the country, where the state of emergency is the norm. Awash Arba is a location in the Afar region, situated 220 kilometers east of Addis Ababa. The Awash Arba military camp was initially established during the Derg era with the primary objective of repelling the Somali invasion of 1977. Yared Hailemariam, a lawyer and human rights activist serves as the executive director of the Association for Human Rights in Ethiopia Defenders. Since then, cases of mass detention and human rights violations have been regularly reported by both local and international human rights organizations.
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January 27, 2024 12:17 UTC
Ethiopian troops leave a military base in Somalia
Ethiopian troops leave a military base in SomaliaMOGADISHU, Somalia - The Somali National Army (SNA) took over a strategic base from the Ethiopian National Defence Forces (ENDF), who have been serving under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), a peacekeeping mission team in the Horn of Africa nation. SNA’s 43rd Division commander Gen. Mohamed Mohamud, and Security Minister Gen. Yusuf Dhumal were present during the handover, state media reports. "Somali National Armed Forces takes over the Madhamato Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Kismayo from the ATMIS Ethiopian contingent as part of the second phase of the ATMIS troop drawdown," state media reported in a statement. The Somali National Army is assuming security responsibilities as part of a long-term strategy to stabilize the country. The Somali National Army has been fighting the militants alongside the US Africa Command and ATMIS forces.
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January 27, 2024 11:11 UTC
Demilitarize the Red Sea
The Red Sea is a tangle of fuses, most of them already lit. Here’s a proposal: demilitarize the Red Sea. Hostilities in the Southern Red SeaThe outline story of the escalation in the southern Red Sea is this. Demilitarize the Red SeaHere’s a proposed negotiated outcome: demilitarize the Red Sea. There are only three states, plus Houthi-controlled northern Yemen, that rely solely on ports on the Red Sea.
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January 27, 2024 07:04 UTC
Afar’s silent emergency
In the desert of Afar, water is as scarce as hen’s teeth, making this daily struggle a harsh reality. Awash River, hailed as the embodiment of indigenous beauty, holds a special place in the hearts of the local population. Meles Damte, the health center administrator, expresses grave concern over the situation, stating, “So many patients are coming to the health center each day. Awoke Mekonen, the director of Afar Health Bureau, acknowledges the severity of the current outbreak, which marks the fourth occurrence in the past decade. “We are collaborating with the Ministry of Irrigation and Lowland, IRC, AISDA, and other stakeholders to dig underground water sources and secure a clean water supply.
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January 27, 2024 07:00 UTC
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Ethiopian woman left in coma after Abu Dhabi gas explosion leaves hospital after a year
Ms Shure suffered third-degree burns covering nearly 90 per cent of her body in the accident in January 2023, which was believed to be caused by a gas leak. Ms Shure left Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City last week after a year of around-the-clock care. Nasriya Shure was discharged from hospital after a year of extensive treatment, including three months spent in an induced coma. All of me and just me standing in the kitchen.”Doctors at the Abu Dhabi hospital said it is rare for someone with such extensive injuries to survive. Ms Fischbach said it was an emotional moment when Ms Shure, who has two children, walked out of the hospital after 12 months of intensive treatment.
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January 27, 2024 05:26 UTC
Ethiopia’s Ruling Party Replaced Deputy President Dememke Mekonnen
Demeke Mekonen after leaving as deputy president of the ruling party. (Photo : PP)borkenaAfter several days of central committee and executive committee meetings, the Prosperity Party on Friday announced that it has replaced Demeke Mekonnen with Temesgen Tiruneh. Within the party, Demeke Mekonnen has served as an executive committee member and vice president. However, the intelligence director is known to be a central committee member of the ruling party. The party’s statement didn’t indicate if Demeke Mekonen is leaving his post as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister.
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January 27, 2024 00:17 UTC
Leader of Somalia's Breakaway Somaliland Says Deal with Ethiopia Will Allow It to Build a Naval Base
Ethiopia, Abdi said, is seeking to lease a segment of the coastline for a naval base — and not for commercial activities as previously thought. In exchange for leasing a 20 kilometer- (12.4 mile-) stretch of Somaliland's coastline, Ethiopia would recognize Somaliland as an independent state. Ethiopia will still be able to conduct its import and export activities through the port of Berbera, the largest in Somaliland. Earlier this month, a meeting of officials from the African Union, European Union and United States reaffirmed their support for Somalia's sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, including the breakaway region of Somaliland. “Eritrea is likely to be deeply concerned, given its deteriorating relationship with Ethiopia and its long Red Sea coastline," Bryden said.
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January 26, 2024 20:09 UTC
Ethiopia’s deputy prime minister replaced as VP of ruling party
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January 26, 2024 20:07 UTC