Arega Replaces Yilkal as President of Amhara region – Ethiopian Monitor
ADDIS ABABA – The State Council of Amhara region has elected Arega Kebede as the new president of the regional administration today. The vote took place during the Council’s first extraordinary session of the year in Bahir Dar City on Friday afternoon. Arega replaced Dr. Yilkal Kefale who tendered his resignation after serving as governor of the region for the past twenty-three months. The State Council accepted Yilkal’s designation request and elected Arega, the head of the region’s Labour and Skills Bureau, as the new president. Arega was sworn into office at the extraordinary session convened to discuss the current peace and security situation of the region that went through a deadly conflict earlier this month.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 16:11 UTC
Iran and Saudi Arabia are among 6 nations set to join China and Russia in the BRICS economic bloc
The potential new members include three of the world’s biggest oil producers: Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Iran. South African officials pushed back against characterizations that BRICS was taking an anti-West turn under the influence of China and Russia. While Saudi Arabia had been touted as a likely new member, Iran’s inclusion wasn’t expected. Until recently, the inclusion of Iran, Saudi Arabia and the UAE together in the same economic or political organization would have been unthinkable, as tensions escalated following the collapse of Tehran’s 2015 nuclear deal. But the UAE became the first to reengage diplomatically with Iran, and Saudi Arabia and Iran announced they had reached a separate détente in March, notably with the help of Chinese mediation.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 15:50 UTC
South Africa TB vaccine demonstrates 100% protection – New Business Ethiopia
The Walter Sisulu University and North-West University in South Africa unveiled the results of their preclinical trials for a combination vaccine against tuberculosis (TB) and Covid-19. Reflecting on the revolutionary nature of this vaccine, Prof Depfenhart shared: “DNA vaccines have incredible potential due to their stability and adaptability. The key deliverable of the study, which was carried out at the high-security biosafety laboratory (BSL3) of the preclinical imaging facility of the South African Nuclear Medicine Research Infrastructure (SANuMeRI) housed at NECSA (South African Nuclear Energy Corporation), was survival. This novel approach, developed by Prof Depfenhart, could be groundbreaking and may well explain the vaccine’s notable efficacy against TB. Preparations for discussions with the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) are underway to determine the requisite standards and protocols.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
August 25, 2023 15:49 UTC
Tel Aviv Police Chief Orders Detained Protesters to Remain in Custody as They Were About to Be Freed
Tel Aviv Police Chief Orders Detained Protesters to Remain in Custody as They Were About to Be FreedThe five were arrested at a protest on Wednesday in Tel Aviv where hundreds blocked the highway calling for authorities to indict a woman who killed a 4-year-old Ethiopian Israeli in a hit-and-run. Three of the protesters were not interrogated and the other two were about to be released
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 15:22 UTC
Ethiopian history told through the first Cleveland Cultural Garden representing an African country
CLEVELAND, Ohio - Despite the small Cleveland population with Ethiopian ties, the Ethiopian Cultural Garden is one of the more unique showings in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens, and one of the newer installments. “Most gardens put a statue of a famous artist from their country,” says Dr. Carl Robson, founder of the Menilik Hall Foundation, sponsor of the Ethiopian Cultural Garden. Let’s put some artist artwork.”In the garden is a two-sided, multi-tiled mosaic that documents parts of Ethiopian history, including the strongest connection to Cleveland, Lucy. This is part of a series of stories from cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer exploring the Cleveland Cultural Gardens and the ethnic communities each garden represents. “Human beings originated from this place.”The Ethiopian Cultural Garden can be found on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive between Superior and Wade Park avenues.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 14:48 UTC
Israel: Ethiopian jumps off bridge after police chase during anti-racism protest
Protests erupted in Tel Aviv on Wednesday night over police and judicial incompetence following a hit and run that killed a four-year-old Ethiopian child in May. The Ethiopian community called out the government’s structural racism, saying authorities were being lenient towards the driver who killed Rafael Adana. A protester was also injured after jumping from a bridge in an effort to escape police who were chasing him. The protest drew the attention of prominent far-right Israeli politicians who focused on the stabbing of the officer rather than outrage pertaining to the child’s murder. The driver, an elderly woman, justified her hit-and-run by saying that she “didn’t feel” the car hitting anything.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 13:52 UTC
SICPA Enters MoU to Pilot CERTUS Security Solution in Ethiopia
Breaking NewsSICPA Enters MoU to Pilot CERTUS Security Solution in EthiopiaThe solution effectively supports public and private organizations to secure sensitive paper-based and digital content.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 13:44 UTC
Ethiopian Airline Increases Korea-Africa Services
Ethiopian Airlines Group, the fastest-growing global airline brand and thecontinent’s largest airline, has announced that it will increase its weekly passengerflights to Seoul, Republic of Korea, to six, effective October 28, 2023. Ethiopian will also deploy the latest Airbus A350-900 aircraft on the route. As a pan-African carrier, it gives uspleasure to give additional flight options between Addis Ababa, the diplomaticcapital of Africa, and Seoul, the rising hub of East Asia. We are especially thrilled by the opportunity to serve our esteemed passengerswith the latest Airbus A350-900 modern aircraft. I take this occasion to sincerelyexpress my gratitude to the Government of the Republic of Korea for supportingEthiopian in enhancing its flight frequencies.”
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 13:40 UTC
Scores of sexual assaults in Ethiopia’s Tigray since peace agreement, study finds
Justice is commonly considered an essential part of a person’s healing from rape and sexual violence perpetrated against them. The researchers found at least 128 sexual assaults have occurred since the peace agreement was signed last November between the Ethiopian federal government and TPLF representatives. The peace process has not halted sexual assaults on females in the region by alleged former combatants, according to the study. Researchers believe the number of rape cases sampled in the report is only a fraction of the assaults those that have actually occurred. Some women and girls were abducted for repeated assaults, the report states.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 12:49 UTC
BRICS GDP to grow by 36% following expansion
The Gross Domestic Product of BRICS is now 36 percent of global GDP and 47 percent of the world population. This follows the announcement of the six nations to the BRICS bloc. “India will continue to build consensus for those countries wishing to join BRICS. Expansion & modernisation of BRICS is a message that global institutions must mold themselves to changing times,” said India Prime Minister Narendra ModiIn reaction to the bloc expansion, the BRICS Sherpa said they received applications from 22 countries. Expansion had to happen in a structured manner,” stated Ambassador Anil Sooklal BRICS SherpaThe Johannesburg Declaration 2 adopted at this year’s BRICS Summit here in South Africa is expected to ensure the development of BRICS nations and create more inclusive economic policies for all members.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 12:23 UTC
Saudi Arabia responsible for mass killings of Ethiopian migrants on Yemeni border, says Human Rights Watch researcher Nadia Hardman
Hundreds of Ethiopian migrants and asylum seekers have been shot by Saudi border guards as they tried to cross in from Yemen, according to a chilling new report from Human Rights Watch . The allegations were substantiated by international media outlets, including the Reuters news agency. Saudi Arabia denies the claims and Western governments have said little as they encourage the oil rich kingdom to establish formal ties with Israel.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 06:41 UTC
ECI bolsters African presence with 3 new partnerships in Ethiopia
ECI bolsters African presence with 3 new partnerships in EthiopiaBy Delisha FernandesToday Etihad Credit InsuranceExportsFinancial Institutions ShareEtihad Credit Insurance (ECI), a UAE’s federal export credit company, has entered into strategic agreements with Ethiopian financial institutions, fortifying its presence across the African continent. Reaffirming its commitment to secure UAE exports and investments, ECI has formalized MOUs with the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, the country’s renowned financial institution; the state-owned Development Bank of Ethiopia; and the Ethiopian Insurance Company, the primary insurance solutions provider in the nation. Raja Al Mazrouei, CEO of Etihad Credit Insurance, stated, “The signing of three pivotal MOUs with Ethiopia’s key banking and insurance companies aim to solidify our trade bridges with one of Africa’s key markets. This will not only enhance commercial prosperity and elevate the competitiveness of our national exports but also offer comprehensive insurance solutions to protect and empower the UAE businesses in their international market expansion. ECI’s partnerships with Ethiopia’s premier banks and insurance entities reinforce our bilateral trade relations and set the stage for untapped investment opportunities.”
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 06:27 UTC
PM Modi Holds 'Productive Meeting' with Ethiopian Counterpart
Prime Minister Modi met the African leader on a day when BRICS leaders officially endorsed Ethiopia’s entry into the bloc. Prime Minister Ali felicitated Prime Minister Modi on the success of the Chandrayaan mission, terming it as a moment of pride and inspiration for Ethiopia and the Global South, Bagchi said. Prime Minister Modi also met Senegal President Macky Sall and discussed sectors like energy, infrastructure, defence and more in our meeting. From South Africa, the prime minister will travel to Greece on August 25 at the invitation of his Greece counterpart Kyriakos Mitsotakis. “I have the honour to be the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Greece after 40 years," Modi had said.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 06:25 UTC
Scores of women, girls in Ethiopia reportedly sexually assaulted, possibly by the military despite peace deal
The Tigray conflict killed hundreds of thousands of people and left untold thousands of women and girls with the trauma of sexual assault. A collaborator on the study, he has spoken with hundreds of women and girls and said not one feels healed. Overall, 76% of the 304 women and girls whose cases were reviewed were sexually assaulted by multiple people, often three or more. An African Union human rights inquiry was quietly terminated earlier this year. Now Ethiopia wants a United Nations inquiry ended, too, human rights experts say.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 05:58 UTC
Saudi source denies allegations of attacks on Ethiopian migrants on Yemeni border
After a five-month campaign, the initial decision was overturned, but the pilot now faces the challenge of relocating his family to the safety of the UK. The pilot told The Independent newspaper: “This morning I spoke with my lawyer and he said once I have received my (refugee) ID then I can apply for my family to join me. The CEO of Care4Calais, Steve Smith, said: “This is a great outcome for the pilot, but it’s not the end. But we also need justice for all the other Afghans who supported the UK in Afghanistan. “It can be risky for family to make that journey over the border to Pakistan because most don’t have passports.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 25, 2023 04:23 UTC