RSF condemns the unjustified detention of a journalist in a military camp for a month
A month has passed since Yehualashet Zerihun was arrested without formal charges. The journalist has subsequently been transferred to a military facility, where both journalists and political dissidents are enduring harsh conditions. Paris-based Reporters Without Borders (RSF) denounces this arbitrary arrest and cautions against the escalating persecution of Ethiopian journalists. Yehualashet Zerihun has not been formally charged, and the reasons for his arrest remain undisclosed. Journalist Yehualashet Zerihun is a target of persecution aimed at suppressing independent voices.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 13, 2023 10:01 UTC
Ethiopia: News - Diaspora Leaders Engage Us Lawmakers, Diplomats to Promote Peace and Transitional Justice in Ethiopia
Additionally, the coalition briefed a bi-partisan staff of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee followed by a separate briefing with Senator Dick Durbin's office. Senator Durbin is a key member of the Senate Appropriation Committee that is charged with earmarking US foreign aid. At the conclusion of the meeting, the coalition presented the congresswoman with a road map of how it envisions peace and stability in Ethiopia. Media Freedom: Ensure freedom of the press by allowing international and local journalists unrestricted access to all areas of the country. This coalition and diaspora leaders remain dedicated to promoting peace, transitional justice, freedom, coexistence, and empowerment for all in Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 13, 2023 08:30 UTC
Ethiopia: News - Ethiopian Govt Strongly Criticizes UN Adviser's Remarks On Current Situation
Addis Abeba — The Ethiopian government has strongly criticized a recent statement made by Alice Wairimu Nderitu, the Under-Secretary-General and Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide, labeling her remarks on the situation in Ethiopia as "irresponsible and reckless." Furthermore, the Ethiopian government expressed disappointment in Nderitu, who is entrusted with the crucial mandate of preventing genocide, for making unsubstantiated allegations and inflammatory remarks. The government's statement strongly urged Nderitu to retract her inaccurate portrayal of Ethiopia's human rights situation and her assessment of the alleged failure of the Tigray ceasefire. She highlighted risk factors for genocide and atrocities in Ethiopia and called upon the international community to address the situation. Concluding her statement, Nderitu called for an immediate end to the widespread violations committed by all parties since November 2020, emphasizing the importance of accountability to address the ongoing instability in Ethiopia.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 13, 2023 08:29 UTC
Ethiopia: News Analysis - Public Discourse Begins Before Government Ratifies Controversial Property Tax Law
Earlier this week, the long-awaited property tax law bill was finally presented for public deliberation for the first time. The upcoming property tax bill is also expected to grant regions and municipalities budgetary independence. However, the annual property tax increase, excluding inflation, is capped at 0.5% of the taxable amount of the property. To determine property tax, the tax bill suggests categorizing plot areas and subdivisions based on the availability of essential amenities such as water supply, sanitation, and road infrastructure. Wassihun stressed that the new tax law can play a crucial role in utilizing vacant and underutilized real estate resources efficiently.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 13, 2023 08:28 UTC
Bahrain Business: Growing ties with Ethiopia praised
Growing Bahraini-Ethiopian relations in various sectors and Ethiopia’s strong and dynamic economy have been praised by Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry chairman Sameer Nass. Mr Nass said this during a meeting with Ethiopian Consul General to Bahrain Shiferaw Geneti at the Chamber’s Bait Al Tijjar headquarters .
Source:Ethiopian News
October 13, 2023 06:45 UTC
Ethiopian Airlines entangled in Cameroon diplomatic row
"Yes, we are interested in a 5th Freedom Right [from Ghana to Canada]," he confirmed to AviationGhana during a visit to Accra last week. He said the airline was awaiting authorisation from Canadian authorities for more slots to fly there. Such rights would allow the Ethiopian carrier to carry passengers and cargo from Ethiopia to Ghana and then on to Canada. According to the ch-aviation schedules module, Ethiopian Airlines currently operates 4x weekly fifth freedom flights via Dublin International (Ireland) to Toronto Pearson. Canada is a popular destination for Ghanaian travellers, but there are currently no direct flights...
Source:Ethiopian News
October 13, 2023 05:31 UTC
Ethiopia Coffee pip Dire Dawa, Ethiopia Nigd Bank stun Hadiya
Ethiopia Coffee and Ethiopia Nigd Bank both recorded 1-0 victories in their BetKing Ethiopia Premier League fixtures at the Adama Science and Technology University Stadium on Thursday. Ethiopia Coffee got on the scoresheet as early as the fifth minute of the match, as Chala Teshita scored the only goal of the gameIt is the second win of the season for Coffee following their remarkable 1-0 win over Sidama Coffee in their opening fixture.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 12, 2023 21:24 UTC
Ethiopian ambassador calls on education minister
ISLAMABAD-Ethiopian Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Jemal Beker called on the Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training Minister Mr. Madad Ali Sindhi here on Thursday. Madad Ali Sindhi welcomed the Ethiopian Ambassador to Pakistan Jemal Beker and said that the two countries have religious, cultural and historical people to people who love each other. Madad Ali Sindhi discussed the exchange of expertise and knowledge regarding Vocational and Technical Training. The Federal Minister also welcomed the exchange of teachers and students to further mutual cooperation, especially for Skilled Vocational Training. Ethiopian Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Jemal Beker said that the People of Ethiopia have a deep affiliation with Pakistan.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 12, 2023 20:46 UTC
Early humans lived in Ethiopian highlands 2 million years ago
Mussi and her colleagues re-examined the lower jawbone of an infant, which was discovered in 1981 at a site called Garba IV in the Ethiopian highlands. Garba IV is one of a cluster of sites known collectively as Melka Kunture. Mussi has nicknamed the jawbone “Little Garba”. “The teeth are a very good marker, so we can say for sure this is indeed an early Homo erectus,” says Mussi. If Homo erectus was able to adapt to this environment, it could also live in other cooler regions away from the equator, she says.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 12, 2023 18:03 UTC
UNICEF appeals for funding to meet humanitarian needs in Ethiopia
ADDIS ABABA, Oct. 12 (Xinhua) -- The United Nations Children's Fund, or UNICEF, said Thursday that funding shortfall is hampering its humanitarian response amid mounting humanitarian needs across Ethiopia. The UNICEF said in its latest Ethiopia humanitarian situation report that its 674.3 million U.S. dollars Humanitarian Action for Children (HAC) 2023 Appeal for Ethiopia remains 72 percent unfunded, as humanitarian needs persist among vulnerable populations across the East African country, particularly those in hard-to-reach locations. Amid mounting humanitarian needs in Ethiopia, as of Sept. 30, a total of 24,929 confirmed cholera cases had been reported in Ethiopia's longest cholera outbreak on record, said the UNICEF, adding that 327 people had died across 10 regions. The continued influx of refugees and Ethiopian returnees due to the Sudan conflict has posed an additional pressing humanitarian concern in Ethiopia's Amhara and Benishangul Gumuz regions, UNICEF said. As of Sept. 30, more than 83,000 people had crossed into Ethiopia from Sudan since the conflict erupted in April.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 12, 2023 17:20 UTC
Seattle Business Tries to Create ‘Beanless Coffee’
Farmers seeking to expand have to cut down old trees. In addition, many old coffee farms are not producing as many beans because of warming temperatures linked to climate change. Cutting down old trees in order to plant new crops or build homes is called deforestation. The effects of coffee production on the environment have led one company to create a “beanless” version of the drink. Atomo hopes coffee shops will consider offering its beanless coffee to buyers who show interest in the product.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 12, 2023 16:58 UTC
National Assembly Summons Foreign Affairs Minister Over Detention, Abuse Of Nigerians In Ethiopia
The House of Representatives on Thursday resolved to invite the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar and the Chairman of the Nigeria Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, to explain measures being taken to address detention and maltreatment of Nigerians in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. SaharaReporters had last week reported that some Nigerians detained in the Kaliti Prison, Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital city, were brutalised by the country's policemen. Chinda, while moving the motion alleged that one Paul Ezike in a “save our soul message” circulated a message at the instance of a Nigerian allegedly arrested and put in Ethiopia prison. According to him, Nigerians in Addis Ababa and all over the world should be protected and accorded the same protection Nigeria gives to foreigners who live in Nigeria. He explained that Nigerians were not only poorly treated but were also subjected to very agonising conditions, poor feeding and without medication.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 12, 2023 16:28 UTC
IMF chief says dealing with Ethiopia’s debt restructuring appeal – New Business Ethiopia
“The Common Framework has been slow to deliver to countries that turn to it for support. But don’t throw the towel on the Common Framework. “I do hear the legitimate call of African countries, and not only African countries. Debt cancellation requires all creditors to agree,” the IMF chief said. Ethiopia is one of the four African countries along with Ghana, Zambia and Chad, which applied for debt restructuring under the Common Framework arrangement.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
October 12, 2023 16:11 UTC
News: Diaspora leaders engage US lawmakers, diplomats to promote peace and transitional justice in Ethiopia
The coalition’s first meeting was at the office of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chairman and ranking member, Senator Ben Cardin, who received the group and listened to its multiple concerns and suggestions. Additionally, the coalition briefed a bi-partisan staff of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee followed by a separate briefing with Senator Dick Durbin’s office. At the conclusion of the meeting, the coalition presented the congresswoman with a road map of how it envisions peace and stability in Ethiopia. After Rep. Jacobs, the coalition held a fruitful discussion with Congresswoman Ilhan Omar who represents a large Ethiopian diaspora in Minnesota. This coalition and diaspora leaders remain dedicated to promoting peace, transitional justice, freedom, coexistence, and empowerment for all in Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 12, 2023 15:54 UTC
Reps Summon Abike Dabiri, Foreign Affairs Minister Over Maltreatment Of Nigerians In Ethiopia
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, and the chairman of the Nigerians In Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri, have been summoned on Thursday by the House of Representatives over the maltreatment of Nigerians in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Naija News reports that lawmakers summoned the dou to brief the House on measures being taken to protect Nigerians who have been subjected to maltreatment in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The minority leader of the House, Kingsley Chinda, and ten others moved a motion on the victimization, maltreatment and forced imprisonment of Nigerians, including air travellers, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He explained that just like Nigeria protects foreigners who live in Nigeria, Nigerians in Addis Ababa and all over the world and their air travellers should enjoy the same protection rights. He said that if early interventions and diplomatic measures are not taken by the Nigerian Government to check the incessant attacks on Nigerians in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, air travellers would be at risk.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 12, 2023 15:22 UTC