Ethiopia reiterates its readiness to strengthen relations with India
Ethiopia's Ambassador to New Delhi held talks with the Director General of the Indian Chamber of Commerce on Sustainable Development and External RelationsThe Ethiopian government has reiterated its readiness to strengthen its long-standing relations with India on the basis of mutual benefit and interest in attracting investors from the South Asian country, said an official source. Ethiopia's Ambassador to New Delhi Demeke Atnafu held talks with President and CEO of the Indian Chamber of Commerce for Sustainable Development and External Affairs Abhinay Balyan on trade and investment opportunities in Ethiopia, as reported by Prensa Latina, a partner of TV BRICS. Atnafu outlined his government's efforts to make the African country a better place for foreign investors through significant reforms in foreign direct investment policy and business environment. Balian, for his part, expressed the chamber's willingness to work with the Addis Ababa Embassy to promote such business and investment opportunities through a series of seminars in India. Photo: istockphoto.com
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 13:31 UTC
Momentum Brings Moms of Lone Soldiers to Israel
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Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 13:14 UTC
bneGREEN: Iranian officials inaugurate 10-MW solar plant in Semnan
A new 10-MW solar power plant was inaugurated in Semnan by Iranian government officials, Mehr News Agency reported on August 10. The Shahid Hamid Bakri solar plant – opened in the presence of Minister of Industry, Mines and Trade Abbas Aliabadi – has an annual electricity generation capacity of up to 10 MW. Aliabadi stated that the delivery of the new power plant provides jobs for up to ten people from the local area, including maintenance and cleaning. According to officials, more than IRR1.4 trillion ($28mn) has been invested in building the plant. The term “solar park or town” is defined in Iran as a new area situated outside a city which is then populated with solar panels.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 12:04 UTC
Israelis of Ethiopian Descent Protest in Jerusalem Urging Rescue of Relatives
Hundreds of Israelis of Ethiopian descent are protesting on Sunday in Jerusalem, demanding their relatives in Ethiopia are allowed to make Aliyah to Israel. Among other things, the protesters are calling to end discrimination against them, and are holding pictures of their relatives left in Ethiopia. Protest organizers say that "A rescue plane took off from Ethiopia headed for Israel on Thursday, leaving over a Thousand people eligible for Aliyah behind. Gondar has a large community of people eligible to make Aliyah to Israel, and the protesters are demanding they be brought to Israel. Last week, some 200 Israelis and those eligible to make Aliyah were extracted from Gondar by Israel, and moved to Addis Ababa.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 11:53 UTC
Over 14,000 held for labor, residency, border violations in Saudi Arabia
The conference is sending a message to the world about Saudi efforts to serve Islam and Muslims, and to promote the values of moderation. Its objective was to advance the Kingdom’s mission of fostering unity among Muslims and combating terrorism and extremism. Despite this progress, they remained deeply religious and upheld Islamic values. He emphasized the urgent need to meet, consult, and cooperate based on righteousness and fear of God in order to uphold the Islamic approach. Additionally, the “politicization of Islamic groups in an attempt to achieve partisan goals, even at the expense of true religious values, is a concerning trend.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 11:33 UTC
Netanyahu said to shout at Halevi, IAF head for warnings that military fitness hurt
BAGHDAD — The Iraqi government ends a week-long suspension of the Telegram messaging app over “national security” concerns after the move drew criticism from pro-Iran factions. As of this morning, the app is again accessible without the need for a virtual private network (VPN), AFP journalists in Baghdad say. A coalition of Iran-linked Shiite Muslim parties dominates Iraq’s parliament, and backs Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. The country ranks 167 out of 180 on the Reporters Without Borders 2023 Press Freedom Index. Telegram has previously been blocked in some other countries.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 11:33 UTC
THE WEEK AHEAD: Energy Minister Israel Katz goes to UAE, peace with Saudi Arabia is on the agenda and a rescue operation underway in Ethiopia
Israel Katz, minister of National Infrastructure, Energy, and Water at the Energy Conference in Tel Aviv, March 13, 2023. Protesters waited for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu outside a northern resort in the Golan Heights, where he vacationed with his wife, Sarah. At the time, however, then-Prime Minister Netanyahu intervened and promised it would not happen. He claimed that such organizations are taking advantage of Arab state authorities and extorting them to win bids while increasing crime in Arab towns. KATZ IN UAEEnergy Minister Israel Katz will fly to the United Arab Emirates on Sunday to meet with his Emirati and Jordanian counterparts to discuss regional energy projects.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 11:03 UTC
Biden agency to consult with left-wing groups on boosting DEI in Ethiopia
The Biden administration is soliciting responses on how it can boost left-leaning diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility practices at an agency in the landlocked African country of Ethiopia, documents show. The request for information documents further underscore how USAID, an agency that handles foreign aid and disclosed a $49.59 billion budget in 2023, has prioritized DEI initiatives. In the RFI documents, USAID described how it is "reviewing its activities" to see how the Ethiopia office can adjust its diversity practices. The agency is also asking parties to describe any "structural barriers" to reaching these groups. The RFI was signed by Adrienne Shade, a USAID Ethiopia contracting and agreement officer.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 10:57 UTC
Hotels Closed in Maui | Hotels Still Open in Maui ?
What is considered West Maui? The reality is, major hotels in West Maui have closed and are no longer accepting new bookings until further notice. Some private condos in West Maui, such as Honokowi Palms Maui Condos in Honokowai, still show availabilityThe reality is also that most of Maui, and most of West Maui are untouched by the fire, but human resources and logistics are missing in West Maui. West Maui is considered Lahaina, which is not accessible and is mostly destroyed. Visitors leaving West Maui, or needing to pass by Lāhainā to pick up their belongings, are reminded to comply with the protocols established by law enforcement and Maui County officials.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 10:52 UTC
Increase in road fatalities concerning says ACP Driu
Acting Police Commissioner Livai Driu. There has been a troubling rise in road fatalities in recent months, indicating a concerning trend. According to Acting Police Commissioner Livai Driu, the current road death toll stands at 58. ACP Driu says they’ve investigated these cases to identify the main causes of accidents. Article continues after advertisement“27 alone were pedestrians at fault , pedestrians involved in liquor and pedestrians who do not follow the road rules and 16 are the passengers and 15 drivers involved in alcohol and not following road rules and speeding.”Acting Police Commissioner Livai Driu.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 07:36 UTC
EZEMA sees weakness as a cause for unscrupulous Ethiopian gov’t leadership
borkenaMany Ethiopian opposition parties have been blaming Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s government over failure to bring about peace in the country or protect the safety of Ethiopians. Ethiopian Citizens For Social Justice Party Secretary (EZEMA) is one of the opposition parties that blamed Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s administration. EZEMA says lack of having a principled stand emanates from a weakness – not from strength. It sees Prime Minister Abiy’s government as unscrupulous with the inability to understand or know the people they are leading. Abebe Akalu, EZEMA Secretary, explains his party’s position.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 04:24 UTC
Canada-Africa Chamber President congratulates Ethiopian Airlines’ Samson Arega
Ethiopian Airlines’ Regional Director for the USA, Samson Arega, has been warmly congratulated by the President of The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business (https://www.CanadaAfrica.ca) - following the awarding of an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Trinity International University of Ambassadors-Florida, as reported in the African Times USA (https://apo-opa.info/3OP6AJc). “During his tenure in Canada heading Ethiopian Airlines, Mr. Arega’s leadership was tremendous, deepening ties between Canada and African markets through aviation,’’ says Chamber President Garreth Bloor – making reference to Samson Arega’s keynote address (https://apo-opa.info/3QynxsU) to the Chamber’s three-day conference, prior to his move to US operations. Bloor says the Chamber is pleased to increase its US presence, including, with an upcoming forum (https://apo-opa.info/3YvC3Dz) in Washington, DC next year and looks forward to welcoming Ethiopian Airlines. Samson Arega says he is “humbled by multiple recognitions recently’’ and thanked The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business for its exceptional work. The award was presented at a grand event by the Georgia House Representative Dewey McClain of the 100th District.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 01:06 UTC
India’s Akasa Air celebrates one year of operations
On Monday 7 August, India’s newest airline Akasa Air officially celebrated its first year of commercial operations. Akasa Air First Year of ServiceIn a world where growth is often measured in steady increments, Akasa Air has shattered all expectations by becoming one of the fastest-growing airlines in global aviation history. With the stage set for international operations by December 2023, Akasa Air is poised to offer Indians a new level of global connectivity. Navigating the Indian SkylineIn its debut year, Akasa Air has catered to 4.3 million passengers, forging an impressive network of 35 routes across 16 destinations. Forging a Greener PathAs one of the youngest and greenest airlines globally, Akasa Air is an embodiment of sustainability.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 13, 2023 00:10 UTC
LGBTQ+ People Are Facing Increased Persecution, Violence, Ethiopian Activists Say
Law enforcement authorities in Ethiopia are targeting venues frequented by LGBTQ+ people in the nation, particularly in the capital city, Addis Ababa, in an effort to root out so-called homosexual activity, while LGBTQ+ Ethiopians are being subjected to violence by private citizens. The following day, on August 5, the Addis Ababa Police Commission issued a statement echoing the Tourism Ministry’s message. The House of Guramayle adds that its activists have viewed several videos on TikTok that encourage violence against LGBTQ+ Ethiopians both in the country and abroad. There have been numerous physical attacks on LGBTQ+ people in Ethiopia as a result, the organization says. Another one-fifth of Ethiopians belong to other Christian denominations, and the remainder are Muslims or practitioners of traditional African religions.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 12, 2023 21:38 UTC
NDLEA arrests India bound divorcee, accomplice with cocaine in her private part allegedly on medical trip – Pointblank News
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a woman, Mrs Nonyelum Ilonzeh, who buried large quantum of cocaine in her vagina and pretended going for medical treatment in India. Mrs Nonyelum Ilonzeh, purportedly going for medical treatment in India, according NDLEA, buried 100grams of the drug in her private part, in addition to ingesting 184 wraps of cocaine weighing 3.322 kilograms. “Though their travel documents show consistency in their names and depict them as a couple, an NDLEA officer, however, decided to subject them to a body scan. “A further search of the agency’s crime database revealed that Kingsley also obtained his travel documents with a fake identity for the trip. “His travel documents then contained his real name Ikenna Uwaezuoke.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 12, 2023 19:16 UTC