RI attacked by stone mafias in Odisha’s Udala
Udala, Aug 5: A Revenue Inspector (RI) was seriously injured in an attack allegedly by the stone mafias in Subarnamanjari locality under Khunta Tehsil in Mayurbhanj district. The victim has been identified as Dayanidhi Rout, working as Revenue Inspector at Badapathara under Khunta Tehsil of Mayurbhanj district. Sources said, Dayanidhi was attacked by the mafias while conducting raids on an illegal stone quarry. Sources said, acting on a tip-off about rampant illegal stone quarry at Subarnamanjari locality, Rout went to the spot and conducted a raid at Subarnamajari quarry when the mafias attacked him. The RI later lodged a complaint at the police station and an investigation is underway.
Source:Ethiopian News
August 05, 2023 15:25 UTC
Ethiopia: Hibret Bank and Safaricom M-PESA enter into Mobile Banking and Agency Partnership
Hibret Bank signed a partnership agreement with Safaricom M-PESA to collaborate on various initiatives that will enhance the provision of digital financial solutions in Ethiopia. Through this agreement, Hibret Bank‘s customers will enjoy the convenience of keeping up with their finances on Hibret Bank’s mobile banking USSD *811# and mobile app using their 07 Safaricom line. Ato Melaku added “Hibret Bank is also the first bank in Ethiopia to be issued an ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification for Online Banking service, Data centre and the Disaster Recovery facility. www.hibretbank.com.etAbout Safaricom M-PESA Services Plc:Safaricom M-PESA Mobile Financial Services PLC is a private limited company incorporated in Ethiopia for providing Mobile Financial Services (the “M-PESA Services”) . Safaricom M-PESA Mobile Financial Services PLC is a fully owned subsidiary of Safaricom Ethiopia due to start M-PESA mobile money operations in the coming months.
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August 05, 2023 15:13 UTC
Blinken, Ethiopian Prime Minister Discuss Restarting US Food Assistance
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed the possibility of restarting US food assistance to the African country, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said on FridayWASHINGTON (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 04th August, 2023) US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed the possibility of restarting US food assistance to the African country, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said on Friday. In June, the United States announced it suspended food aid to Ethiopia after US officials uncovered widespread theft in the country. "Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on advancing peace, prosperity, and stability in Ethiopia," Miller said in a press release. "The Secretary and Prime Minister discussed establishing a humanitarian aid distribution system with strengthened oversight to meet the shared goal of restarting food aid as soon as possible." More than 20 million people in Ethiopia depend on food assistance, according to media reports.
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August 05, 2023 14:56 UTC
Ethiopian Graduates over 1500 Aviation Professionals from Seven African Countries – Ethiopian Monitor
ADDIS ABABA – Ethiopian Aviation University has today graduated more than 1,550 aviation professionals drawn from Seven African countries. According to the group CEO, human capital development is one of the key pillars in Ethiopian Airlines’ growth strategic plan, named called Vision 2035. The University is a member of the Ethiopian Airlines Group which includes business units including Ethiopian Airports, Ethiopian MRO Services, Ethiopian Inflight Services, and Skylight Hotel, employing more than 17,000 people in total. ,“As part of our continental commitment, we will continue to provide Africa with skilled aviation professionals,” Mesfin said. It has since produced more than 1600 aviation professionals from all over Africa while playing a critical role in filling a critical shortage of skilled aviation professionals for the national flag carrier.
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August 05, 2023 14:20 UTC
1500 African Youths Graduate from Ethiopian Aviation University
1,551 aviation professionals in pilot training, aviation maintenance, cabin crew, commercial, and hotel operations professions from seven different countries graduated on August 5, 2023 from Ethiopian Aviation University. Since its formation in 1956, Ethiopian Aviation Excellence Center has been offering various aviation courses, mainly to African youths. Today youths from Rwanda, Togo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Uganda and Sudan completed their education.
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August 05, 2023 14:14 UTC
Nigeria Air to begin operations October
Nigeria Air will reportedly commence flight operations from October this year. Ethiopian Airlines Chief Executive Officer, Mesfin Tasew, disclosed this in an interview with Bloomberg TV. It is a proven model and the objective is to enable Nigeria to have a flag carrier. The prime objective is to enable Nigeria to have an air carrier. Ethiopian Airlines will have a management contract.
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August 05, 2023 13:51 UTC
Ethiopia announces arrests in tense Amhara region after imposing state of emergency
Ethiopian authorities have made arrests after imposing a state of emergency on the northern regio. Ethiopian authorities have arrested people connected to "the security crisis in Amhara", the government said Saturday after imposing a state of emergency on the northern region following clashes between local fighters and federal troops. Towns under militia controlLocal fighters from Amhara's Fano militia have taken control of three towns in the region, residents told AFP. "People are indoors in their homes," he said, with Fano fighters blocking routes in and out of the city. Web security firm Cloudflare told AFP they "saw (internet) traffic in Amhara drop around 18:00 UTC (GMT) on Wednesday".
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August 05, 2023 13:15 UTC
India aids Sri Lanka to fund its digital identity project, hands over INR 450 million
Follow us on Image Source : PTI Prime Minister Narendra Modi with President of Sri Lanka Ranil WickremesingheAid to Sri Lanka: India has handed over an advance aid of INR 450 million to Sri Lanka to fund its digital identity project, a significant step in its digitalisation programme being implemented through the Indian grant assistance. Sri Lankan president Ranil Wickremesinghe's office said that the fund from the Indian government was given on Friday (August 4). Sri Lanka thanks IndiaRatnayaka acknowledged the significance of the project in the economic recovery of the island nation and expressed gratitude to the Indian government for its unwavering support. The project commenced with the signing of a MoU between Sri Lanka and India in March 2022 and an Indo-Sri Lanka Joint Project Monitoring Committee (JPMC) for the Sri Lanka Unique Digital Identity Project (SL-UDI) was introduced. (With PTI inputs)ALSO READ | Sri Lankan President plans to implement 13th Amendment: How is it significant for India?
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August 05, 2023 12:50 UTC
US expresses grave concern over conflict in Ethiopia's Amhara region
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke by phone with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Friday, expressing grave concern over renewed fighting in the Amhara region, which has escalated to a state of emergency. He expressed deep concern, however, over the evolving situations in the Amhara and Oromia regions, which continue to pose challenges to regional stability and security. One of the other key topics of discussion centered around establishing a robust humanitarian aid distribution system in conflict-affected regions across Ethiopia. Addressing broader regional issues, Blinken reaffirmed full US support for a diplomatic resolution concerning the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). Amid the escalating conflict in Amhara, the region's internet remains down as of Friday according to internet monitoring sites.
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August 05, 2023 12:34 UTC
Ethiopian Airlines cancels flights to 3 Cities in unrest-hit Amhara region
Ethiopia’s national air carrier, Ethiopian Airlines, announced Friday it has canceled flights to three destinations in the unrest-hit Amhara region. In a press statement, the airline said it has canceled planned weekend flights to the cities of Dessie, Gonder, and Lalibela in the turbulent northern Ethiopian region. The cancellation of flights to Ethiopia’s second most populous region means that the regional capital, Bahir Dar, is currently the only city in Amhara with an air link. Earlier on Friday, the Ethiopian government declared a state of emergency in the Amhara region amid ongoing clashes between the government military and local militiamen known as Fano. US expresses concerns over situation in Amhara, OromiaOn Friday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on advancing peace, prosperity, and stability in Ethiopia.
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August 05, 2023 11:06 UTC
Ethiopia - A Land of Ancient Splendor and Endless Beauty
Ethiopia, an enchanting country situated in the Horn of Africa, beckons travelers with its captivating history, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural heritage. Ethiopia's history is steeped in grandeur, with evidence of early human ancestors dating back millions of years. The Amhara, Oromo, and Tigray are among the largest ethnic groups, contributing to the nation's rich cultural tapestry. Ethiopia's natural wonders are awe-inspiring and draw tourists from all corners of the globe. The ancient city of Lalibela, with its impressive rock-hewn churches, is a testament to Ethiopia's architectural brilliance and religious devotionIn conclusion, Ethiopia is a land of ancient splendor and enduring beauty.
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August 05, 2023 09:58 UTC
TENSIONS FLARE, FEARS RISE
Ethiopia wavers between chaos and compromise in Amhara regionTensions between Fano and the Ethiopian army are escalating into outright conflict. The Council of Ministers declared a state of emergency yesterday in Amhara, authorizing security forces to confront Fano members whom authorities accuse of fomenting instability. - Advertisement -Amhara politicians and activists stress that Amhara grievances fuel the fire. Calls from Tigrayan authorities for Amhara forces to withdraw from disputed land have also poured fuel on this simmering anger. But some experts warn that choosing war over peace could stoke the embers, referring to lingering tensions and grievances, sparking wider conflict across Ethiopia as armed groups retaliate.
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August 05, 2023 07:23 UTC
Ethiopia’s WTO bid hits critical juncture
Officials say Ethiopia’s decisive fifth working party meeting with the WTO – scheduled by March or April 2024 – marks a critical moment in the country’s struggling bid to join the global trade body. - Advertisement -Ethiopia first applied back in 2003 but has only managed four working group sessions with WTO members so far. WTO members, according to Tages Mulugeta, International and Regional Trade Integration acting lead executive at the Trade Ministry, barraged Ethiopian officials with questions. The WTO team agreed on a roadmap for the resumption of the talks, and work to start immediately, according to a social media post by Maika Oshikawa, director of Accession Division at the WTO. To date, detailed discussions on Ethiopia’s service sector offer have been put off till the next working group meeting, officials say.
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August 05, 2023 07:23 UTC
Policy Bank battles to salvage billions
The Development Bank of Ethiopia (DBE) aims to recover 11 billion birr from projects halted in Tigray and four billion birr in Gambella regions. DBE classified Tigray loans as non-performing after losing contact with investors for two years due to the northern Ethiopian conflict. Excluding Tigray loans, DBE’s NPL stand at eight billion birr or eleven percent, half owed by Gambella commercial farms that received billions in financing. We have camps, irrigation pumps, tractors, equipment and manpower at the commercial farms in Gambella,” Yohannes told The Reporter. “We have put aside provision for the Gambella loans, so that the NPL will not affect our balance sheet.”
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August 05, 2023 06:53 UTC
Restoring order through peaceful path
The limitations that the constitution places on the exercise of emergency powers have to be strictly observed. The measures taken against anyone when the state of emergency is in force must be proportional and adhere to legal prescriptions. While citizens are called on to observe the state of emergency due regard should be given to obeying the law and legality above anything else. Insofar as displaying prudence while exercising emergency powers is likely to have benefits that far outweigh harms, the government is obliged to act accordingly. The heavy toll that the recent civil war in northern Ethiopia exacted should serve as an object lesson here.
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August 05, 2023 06:43 UTC