Ethiopia’s SMEs can drive stock market beyond stagnation: Advisor
The country is likely to be able to open its first stock market since 1974 as planned in the first half of next year, says Sandy Wade, Africa Advisory’s associate director for the Horn of Africa. “The only thing that would cause a significant delay would be a government decision,” he says. There's more to this story Get unlimited access to our exclusive journalism and features today. Our award-winning team of correspondents and editors report from over 54 African countries, from Cape Town to Cairo, from Abidjan to Abuja to Addis Ababa. Subscribe Now cancel anytime Already a a subscriber Sign In
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June 29, 2023 07:30 UTC
‘Are my children going to die?’: anger and fear as food aid suspension hits in Ethiopia
It was a perfect environment for aid diversion, and we created it.”We are very angry food aid has been stopped … Why are we being punished? It is not our fault Gidey Adhana, displaced personThis view is shared by other aid workers in Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital. “We are very angry food aid has been stopped,” Gidey says. The WFP says it hopes to resume food aid deliveries by the end of July. “Now we are living with hunger and are just waiting for the food aid to start again.
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June 29, 2023 05:34 UTC
Daniel Penny pleads not guilty to revised charges in chokehold death of Jordan Neely on NYC subway
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June 29, 2023 02:48 UTC
Japanese Football Star Kaoru Mitoma Signs with ANA
Kaoru Mitoma plays for Brighton & Hove Albion FC and the Japan National Team, and is known for his unwavering determination and spirit, demonstrated by his unforgettable “One-Millimeter Miracle” during the 2022 World Cup. His dedication to the sport has also made him an inspiring national figure, encouraging others to pursue their passions in Japan and worldwide. Impressed by Kaoru Mitoma’s embodiment of the same spirit, ANA offered a partnership agreement to fully support his endeavors. Kaoru Mitoma, born on May 20, 1997 (age 25) in Kawasaki City in the Kanagawa Prefecture in Japan, joined Kawasaki Frontale (J1) from University of Tsukuba in 2020. He also played in every game at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, leading Japan to the best 16 for the second consecutive tournament.
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June 29, 2023 01:54 UTC
Julie Mehretu will create BMW’s next Art Car
John Baldessari with his BMW Art Car Photo by Chris Tedesco. It is from that space that I'm really excited to be working on the next BMW Art Car more than anything,” Mehretu said in a statement. Also on the jury was Hervé Poulain, who is credited with launching the BMW Art Car project and is now the chief executive of French auction house Artcurial. © Julie MehretuIn addition to racing at Le Mans and travelling for temporary exhibitions, vehicles from the BMW Art Car series are on rotating display at the BMW Museum in Munich. The Art Car commission is Mehretu’s most high-profile commission in more than a decade.
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June 28, 2023 23:48 UTC
Soweto giants to beat Kaizer Chiefs to latest Ethiopian sensation!
While Kaizer Chiefs have beaten their traditional rivals Orlando Pirates to three signings ahead of the next season, it seems there are more battles in Soweto! READ | HAS THIS SURPRISE ORLANDO PIRATES PLAYER SURPRISINGLY SURVIVED THE CHOP? READ | BIG SHOCK: KAIZER CHIEFS TO SNUB NASREDDINE NABI AND ANNOUNCE MANQOBA MNGQITHI? His form in the second tier of South African football saw him attract the interest of several topflight giants including Soweto giants Chiefs and Swallows. READ | KAIZER CHIEFS CENTRE BACK SET FOR SECOND CHANCE AT THE CLUB?
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June 28, 2023 22:45 UTC
PHOTOS: Shuswap residents gather to celebrate Multiculturalism Day
Fernando Arechederra H. receives instruction on how to use maracas from Ivan Gracia at the table celebrating Mexico in the Gathering Together Festival held in downtown Salmon Arm on Multiculturalism Day, Tuesday, June 27, 2023. (Lachlan Labere-Salmon Arm Observer) Ingrid Siega performs the Filipino folk song Pobreng Alindahaw for the Gathering Together Festival held in downtown Salmon Arm on Multiculturalism Day, Tuesday, June 27, 2023. (Lachlan Labere-Salmon Arm Observer) Dancers perform the Tadok, the native dance of Kalinga, for the Gathering Together Festival held in downtown Salmon Arm on Multiculturalism Day, Tuesday, June 27, 2023. (Lachlan Labere-Salmon Arm Observer) Shuswap Pipes and Drums perform during the Gathering Together Festival held in downtown Salmon Arm on Multiculturalism Day, Tuesday, June 27, 2023. The annual event, hosted by the Shuswap Immigrant Services Society, was held in downtown Salmon Arm on Tuesday, June 27 – Canada’s Multiculturalism Day.
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June 28, 2023 22:30 UTC
Ethiopia’s Social Media Ban Brings Challenges
Four months into a social media ban, communications businesses and civil rights groups in Ethiopia are feeling the impact. The ban has created challenges for those who use social media to share news or to promote their businesses. Until the ban was imposed, social media influencer and filmmaker Luna Solomon used the platforms to make advertisements for products and institutions. Church leaders and supporters then staged a protest and blacked out their social media pages to express solidarity. After the ban and the introduction of VPNs, internet and social media users have decreased because VPN service is expensive,” he said.
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June 28, 2023 21:14 UTC
‘African airlines no match for Emirates, Qatar Airways’
The Angolan company TAAG made headlines with its announcements at the 54th edition of the Paris Air Show, which took place from 19 to 25 June. It has ordered a total of nine aircraft, all Airbus A220s, from three leasers – ACG, Azorra, and NAC. There's more to this story Get unlimited access to our exclusive journalism and features today. Our award-winning team of correspondents and editors report from over 54 African countries, from Cape Town to Cairo, from Abidjan to Abuja to Addis Ababa. Subscribe Now cancel anytime Already a a subscriber Sign In
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June 28, 2023 21:14 UTC
Safaricom Picks MTN Executive to Lead Ethiopian Unit
Wim Vanhelleputte will take over as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC starting September 1 . Vanhelleputte joins the telco from MTN Group , where he has been serving as Operations Executive since August 2022 . "We are pleased to announce the appointment of Wim Vanhelleputte as the Chief Executive Officer of the Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC effective 1st September 2023 ," Safaricom announced on its LinkedIn page. Soussa, who is the founding CEO of Safaricom Ethiopia, led the establishment of the organization and the launch of mobile money services in the Horn of Africa country. From 2016 until last year, Vanhelleputte served as CEO of MTN Uganda .
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June 28, 2023 21:10 UTC
ASKY, Ethiopian Airlines reveal cargo plans
23.05.2023 - 10:05 UTCASKY Airlines (KP, Lomé) has signed a lease agreement with AerCap for two second-hand B737-8s with deliveries due in mid-2023. The first aircraft will deliver to the Togolese carrier in June 2023, followed by the other in August. However, the ch-aviation fleets ownership module shows that AerCap owns fifty-two delivered B737-8s, of which only two are currently unassigned to an airline. The aircraft were delivered to the Chinese operator in 2018 and were retired after the March 2019 grounding of the type, according to the ch-aviation fleets history module. ASKY Airlines currently operates four B737-700s and eight B737-800s.
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June 28, 2023 21:07 UTC
G’day Tokyo! Virgin Australia launches its maiden Japan flight
Virgin Australia has operated its maiden Japan flight from Cairns to Haneda, Tokyo today. Unveiling a Japanese-Inspired Business Class and Economy MenuIn conjunction with the new route, Virgin Australia has introduced a special Japanese-inspired Business Class and Economy menu, exclusively available on flights between Cairns and Haneda, Tokyo. The new 737-8Adding to the excitement, Virgin Australia is welcoming a fleet of new fuel-efficient aircraft. A Milestone for Virgin Australia and Japanese TravelersNick Rohrlach, Velocity Frequent Flyer CEO and Japan Services Representative, expressed his enthusiasm for the launch of the Cairns-Haneda service. Virgin Australia is dedicated to providing a memorable in-flight experience, and the Cairns-Haneda service is no exception.
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June 28, 2023 21:07 UTC
International flight operations to shift to Chennai airport’s integrated terminal by first week of July
June 28, 2023 07:41 pm | Updated June 29, 2023 01:26 pm IST - CHENNAIFrom the first week of July, all international flights will begin operating from the new integrated terminal at the Chennai airport. While several checking processes and trials continued, airlines started to gradually shift operations to the integrated terminal early this month. “By the first week of July, we are hoping that all airlines shift to the terminal. As of now, narrow-body aircraft are functional at the terminal, and wide-body aircraft will also be operated shortly. After the full-fledged operations commence at the airport’s integrated terminal, the old international terminal — where some of the arrival operations alone have been continuing till now — will be pulled down, and work to construct the remaining parts of the integrated terminal will begin subsequently.
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June 28, 2023 20:20 UTC
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Embracing lady luck in Ethiopia's Lalibela mountains
Photo: Stuart ButlerIf any soil could be thought to bring good luck then it had to be the soil surrounding the tomb of King Lalibela. Soon after Lalibela had made a miraculous recovery, he set to work to create the "New Jerusalem" that God had described. Named after the king who dreamt them up, the Lalibela churches are now a major pilgrimage site for Ethiopia’s large Christian Orthodox population, as well as a Unesco World Heritage Site. Read more Walking adventures in EthiopiaAfter leaving the churches of Lalibela I laced up my hiking boots and set out into the mountains that rise dramatically around Lalibela. Villages in Lalibela are hoping for a return of tourists now that Ethiopia's civil war has ended.
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June 28, 2023 20:04 UTC