South Africa's president raises food security concerns in Russia-Africa summit
South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa, has called for peace in Ukraine during his speech on Friday at the Russia - Africa summit in St Petersburg. Ramaphosa also expressed his concern with the issue of food security in Africa following Russia's pulling out of the grain deal. Apart from wanting to support a peace process all over the world, this conflict is now directly affecting us as well. As we told you the last time as far as food security is concerned the price of our fertilisers have gone up", said South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa. Only 17 African heads of state were present at the summit, a significant drop when compared to 43 at the first Russia-Africa summit held in 2019.
Source:Ethiopian News
July 29, 2023 17:02 UTC
Ethiopia beefs-up export plans with proposed ceiling on local meat prices
- Advertisement -This move comes after the domestic price of cattle meat skyrocketed beyond the international market price, making it difficult for Ethiopia to compete in the global market. Currently, the average price of exported cattle meat in the domestic market is a staggering USD 7.2 per kilogram, almost double the international market price. The proposed legislation comes at a critical time for Ethiopia’s beleaguered exporters, who have been grappling with exorbitant commodity prices in the domestic market that have far outpaced international prices. Sesame, grain, coffee, and other commodity exporters are also experiencing losses as the domestic price is much higher than the export prices. So importers increase the prices of their items in the domestic market to compensate for their export loss.
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July 29, 2023 15:26 UTC
Ethiopia: Who Scales Up Response to Contain Cholera Outbreak
Against a backdrop of steep inflation, post-pandemic competitiveness and a changing airline industry, Ethiopian Airlines is pursuing its "Vision 2035" growth strategy. Increased competition post-COVID means airlines have ordered many new planes, which will lower ticket prices and require Ethiopian Airlines to reduce costs to stay competitive. Still, Mesfin emphasizes Ethiopian Airlines' intent to develop a sustainability strategy and use SAF where possible. African Union Youth Envoy, Chido Cleopatra Mpemba called the partnership "a powerful step towards empowering young people to drive positive change in migration." They will receive letters of commendation from the IOM Special Liaison Office and the African Union Commission in addition to training certificates.
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July 29, 2023 15:15 UTC
Gov’t orders massive condom shipment after two years hiatus
Officials at Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health (MoH) and HIV prevention and Control Office (HAPCO) managed to resolve their differences and agree to resume government condom imports. Over 55 million condoms have already been ordered and are en route. Health officials are working to determine what went wrong with condom imports and implement a new system to track supplies across Ethiopia, according to officials. The MoH and HAPCO are conducting studies to diagnose the problems that have disrupted condom imports. Officials say they aim to design a new approach that will allow them to track condom imports and distribution across the entire country.
Source:Ethiopian News
July 29, 2023 14:05 UTC
Russia-Africa Summit to strengthen ties with Ethiopia, expert says
Speaking to the Ethiopian Press Agency, Kebede recalled that during the St. Petersburg summit, which ended on Friday, many issues on the interests of Africa and Russia were debated. Commenting on relations between Addis Ababa and Moscow, the diplomat said that the two nations will work together in several fields to strengthen long-standing fraternal relations; hence, the delegation headed by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, which attended the high-level event, strengthened those relations. “I expect the summit has a positive outcome for Ethiopia and other African countries,” he added. The news agency highlighted Ahmed’s meeting with President Vladimir Putin, at which he described Russia as a brotherly country to Ethiopia, and expressed hope that his visit and participation in the summit would strengthen cooperation between the two States. Putin revealed the preparation of a whole package of documents for the African country, including an intergovernmental agreement on information security, air transport, and a memorandum of understanding in information and communication technologies.
Source:Ethiopian News
July 29, 2023 13:28 UTC
Russian company to boost its ferilizer market share in Africa – New Business Ethiopia
PhosAgro Group, one of the Russian based world’s largest producers of phosphate-based fertilizers , plans to double its fertilizer exports to Africa in the next three years. At the same time, Africa is one of PhosAgro’s priorities for international development:PhosAgro is the largest Russian supplier of fertilizers to Africa, accounting for 33% of Russia’s total fertilizer exports to the continent. PhosAgro exports fertilizers to 21 African countries; the leading importers are South Africa, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Mozambique and Tanzania. Safe biological crop protection agents are innovative products that can help African countries make an important leap in addressing food security. To ensure the uptake of innovations in Africa, PhosAgro is helping train local farmers.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
July 29, 2023 13:05 UTC
Ethiopia’s International Commission of Human Rights Experts
Following the conflict in the northern part of Ethiopia, the United Nations Human Rights Council, despite Ethiopia’s contention, established the International Commission of Human Rights Experts on Ethiopia (ICHREE) in December 2021. Furthermore, Ethiopia established a Ministerial task force that implements the recommendations from the join investigation of Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) and UN- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). Ethiopia is also keen to rebuilding social cohesion based on the ideals of truth, justice, peace, and reconciliation. By implementing the AfCFTA Agreement, Ethiopia can also access the untapped African market potential for its products. Moreover, he called on member states and regional economic communities to take practical actions to implement their commitments to establish respective regional Standby Forces.
Source:Ethiopian News
July 29, 2023 12:58 UTC
Olympics to Pythian Games: Diplomats Urged to Support Traditional Cultural Games Recognition
Bijender Goel, founder, Modern Pythian Games shaking hand with H.E. The revival of the Pythian Games now stands as a remarkable example of humanity's resilience and unity. The Modern Pythian Games symbolize the spirit of resilience and unity as they emerged amidst the dark days of the global pandemic. During times of adversity, humanity often finds solace and unity through cultural celebrations, and the Pythian Games serve as a beacon of hope and revival.Beyond being a celebration, the Modern Pythian Games offer substantial economic growth and development opportunities. Bijender Goel, founder, Modern Pythian Games addressing Ambassadors and diplomats of UK, China, Iran, Indonesia, Myanmar, Georgia, Belarus, Brazil, and Malta
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July 29, 2023 12:51 UTC
Ethiopian Airlines faces challenges despite shifting strategy
Ethiopian Airlines weathered the Covid pandemic but still faces challenges in sourcing parts and remaining competitive during inflation. ALSO READ: Tigrayans discrimination: rights group sues Ethiopian AirlinesHow much did Ethiopian airline generate? ALSO READ: Ethiopian Airlines partners with S.Africa’s AirlinkThe company “will have to re-evaluate its cost structure and… work very hard on our cost-saving initiative to stay still competitive,” he said. Ethiopian Airlines is also facing other challenges, including a lawsuit filed by a rights group that claims the carrier discriminated against travellers from the war-scarred region of Tigray. ALSO READ: Ethiopian Airlines outlines SAA offer from Addis AbabaMesfin declined to answer any questions related to the case.
Source:Ethiopian News
July 29, 2023 12:28 UTC
Transforming Africa’s agriculture – New Business Ethiopia
By improving soil quality and increasing crop yields, PhoseAgro’s products can help farmers to produce more food and earn more income. Increase crop yields: PhosAgro’s fertilizers can help to improve soil quality and increase crop yields by up to 50%. Improve soil quality: PhosAgro’s fertilizers can help to improve soil quality by adding essential nutrients and organic matter. This includes training on how to use fertilizers effectively, how to improve soil quality, and how to control pests and diseases. In addition to increasing crop yields and improving soil quality, fertilizer companies have also helped to reduce the use of pesticides in Russia.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
July 29, 2023 12:07 UTC
Russia, Ethiopia Sign Agreement On International Information Security
MOSCOW (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 29th July, 2023) Russia and Ethiopia have signed an agreement on international information security cooperation, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Friday. "On July 28, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Ethiopian State Foreign Minister Mesganu Arga Moach signed an agreement on international information security cooperation on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa summit," the statement said. The document indicates a high level of trust between the countries, and also reflects a joint approach to countering information and communications technology (ICT) challenges and threats, the ministry added.
Source:Ethiopian News
July 29, 2023 02:11 UTC
A clash between Defense force, Fano claimed civilian lives in Chuahit – Dembiya district
Chuahit, where the incident happened in Denbiya, gorgora, is indicated in the google map of the region. Voice of America spoke to armed individuals, or “Fanos” who confirmed that civilians were killed and injured in the conflict. The bloody conflict has caused the closure of the road that connects Gondar Town with Gorgora, Mulugeta said. In a similar development other media sources reported that it was the Defence Force, which fired directly to the people who protested against the slaughtering of cattle in violation of the religion and culture of the community in the area. Anchor Media reported quoting an eye witness that members of the Defence Force started firing at the peaceful civilians who gathered in the spot during the protest.
Source:Ethiopian News
July 29, 2023 01:43 UTC
A taste of Ethiopia: FC Ethiopian Restaurant
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Source:Ethiopian News
July 29, 2023 00:39 UTC
Ethiopian Conformity Assessment Enterprise Aims to Expand Services to Neighboring Countries
The Ethiopian Conformity Assessment Enterprise (ECAE) is expanding its services to the Horn of Africa region to generate income. ECAE has been modernizing its testing laboratory and inspection and certification services to provide quality and effective services. ECAE has been offering testing, inspection, and certification services to Djibouti, Addis Ababa, and branches across the region, and has helped Ethiopia's products gain acceptance in international markets. ECAE is the major conformity assessment organization in Ethiopia that provides testing laboratory, inspection, and certification services to the industry and the public. The enterprise gained international recognition and offered 22,334 products quality testing laboratory, export and import products inspection, and certification services in the 2022/23 fiscal year.
Source:Ethiopian News
July 28, 2023 23:59 UTC
Netball World Cup 2023: South Africa, Malawi, Uganda And Zimbabwe Aim High
Photos: Facebook\YouTube ScreenshotsThe Netball World Cup will be held in Africa for the first time when the quadrennial tournament takes place in South Africa from 28 July to 6 August. One African team will compete in each of the initial four-team pools, with Malawi, Uganda and Zimbabwe joining the hosts in hoping to become the first champions from the continent. All of the matches during the 16th edition of the finals will be played at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The opening day features Zimbabwe, in only their second World Cup, facing an Australia side who are hot favourites to become champions. BBC Sport Africa takes a look at each of Africa’s four representatives, starting with the hosts.
Source:Ethiopian News
July 28, 2023 23:02 UTC