‘Workers are heroes in polio prevention’
A health worker administering polio drops to a child on February 27, 2024. — APPRawalpindi: Dean of Paediatrics Professor Dr. Rai Muhammad Asghar of Rawalpindi Medical University, while addressing a meeting to award certificates to polio workers, said that polio is an incurable disease, says a press release. Parents should protect their children’s future by giving polio drops. The real heroes in the anti-polio campaign are our polio workers. Dr. Rai Muhammad Asghar said that there have been 50 cases of polio this year.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 22, 2024 00:17 UTC
Ethiopian embassy, TDAP agree to join hands for single country exhibition in Addis Ababa
Ethiopian Ambassador Dr Jemal Beker Abdula (left) in a meeting with CEO TDAP Zubair Motiwala on November 21, 2024. — Facebook@tdapofficialIslamabad : The Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) in Islamabad and the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) on Thursday agreed to forge collaboration for holding the Single Country Exhibition in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia during the next year in a successful manner, says a press release. The meeting was also attended by Sheryar Taj, Secretary TDAP, Abdul Karim Memon DG TDAP, and Ibrahim Tawab, Honorary Consul to the FDR Ethiopia in Karachi. They agreed to launch a joint awareness campaign in all the major cities of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to mobilize the business community for their maximum participation in the Single Country Exhibition. He said the capital city of Ethiopia-Addis Ababa is a third diplomatic hub hosting a number of international conferences every year including the African Union Summit.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 23:11 UTC
Ethiopian embassy, TDAP to collaborate on single-country exhibition in Addis Ababa
22 Nov, 2024ISLAMABAD: The Embassy of Ethiopia and the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) on Thursday agreed to forge collaboration for holding the Single Country Exhibition in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia during the next year in a successful manner. The crucial collaboration came under discussion during a meeting between Dr Jemal Beker Abdula, Special Envoy and Ambassador Extraordinary of Ethiopia to Pakistan, and Zubair Motiwala, Chief Executive of the TDAP. The meeting was also attended by Sheryar Taj, Secretary TDAP, Abdul Karim Memon DG TDAP, and Ibrahim Tawab, Honorary Consul to Ethiopia in Karachi. They agreed to launch a joint awareness campaign in all the major cities of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to mobilize the business community for their maximum participation in the Single Country Exhibition. The TDAP Chief Executive highlighted the business and trade potential of Pakistan in different economic sectors including pharmaceutical, surgical, steel, aluminum, automotive, construction material, leather and leather products, and others.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 22:06 UTC
Gaza war: What's next after new US veto on ceasefire draft resolution?
The death toll in the Gaza Strip surpassed 44,000, local health officials said Thursday (Nov. 20), one day after a new UN resolution demanding a ceasefire failed because of a US veto. It is the first UN resolution on the war in Gaza that was proposed by the 10 non-permanent members of the council. In addition to demanding a ceasefire, the draft demanded immediate access for civilians in the Gaza Strip to basic services. The text also demanded that the parties “fully, unconditionally, and without delay” implement all the provisions of Security Council resolution 2735. The draft further underscored the role of the UN relief agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA) as the backbone of the humanitarian response in Gaza.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 21:45 UTC
Netanyahu: ICC “biased court”, arrest warrant against me "black day in history"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (Nov. 21) condmened the decision by the International Criminal Court to issue arrest warrants against him and his former defense minister. However, Gaza remains at risk of famine according to the UN and other NGOs despite biding orders issued by the International Court of Justice earlier this year. The Chamber of the International Crimnal Court, noted that "decisions allowing or increasing humanitarian assistance into Gaza were often conditional. Netanuahy said the arrest warrants will not "deter" him from continuing Israel's military campaign. Several leaders, including France, welcomed the court's decision and signaled they might arrest Netanyahu if he visited.
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November 21, 2024 21:26 UTC
Mali’s junta appoints military general as new prime minister
Mali's ruling junta on Thursday appointed a new prime minister from within its military ranks, a day after dismissing the civilian prime minister who had openly criticized the regime. On Wednesday, civilian prime minister Choguel Maïga was removed from office after criticizing the junta for delaying the presidential election originally scheduled for 2024. His dismissal was announced in a presidential decree issued by Gen. Assimi Goïta, Mali’s military leader, and read on the state broadcaster, ORTM. Gen. Abdoulaye Maïga, 43, has held several key roles under the junta, including minister of territorial administration, government spokesman, and deputy prime minister. Since taking power, Mali’s military rulers have tightened their control over the country, cracking down on dissent by severely restricting freedom of expression.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 21:24 UTC
Record participation at 24th Sofi Great Ethiopian Run
More than 43,000 participants took part in the 24 th edition of Ethiopia’s annual international 10km road race over the weekend. The Sofi Malt Great Ethiopian Run International 10km race was staged at its familiar venue of Meskel Square in the heart of Ethiopia’s capital city. Kenya’s newly-crowned world marathon record holder Ruth Chepngetich was present. In the women’s race Ethiopia’s Asayech Aychew fulfilled her pre-race billing as race favourite by winning in a time of 32 minutes and 13 seconds. Both winners took home cash prizes of 250,000 Ethiopian birr (just over USD $2,000) in a total prize purse of 1.3 million birr.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 20:45 UTC
Ethiopian Airlines received AFRAA’s Airline of the Year - Global Operations Award
| Nov 21 2024 at 02:36 PM | Air CargoEthiopian Airlines Group, the continent’s leading airline, has been awarded as “Airline of the Year - Global Operations” for the 8th time, at the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) 56th Annual General Assembly & Summit held in Cairo, Egypt. The AFRAA annual award recognizes excellence in global service delivery, innovation, and competitiveness in airlines, individuals, and service providers in the African aviation industry. In his heartfelt acceptance speech, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew passionately stated, “Receiving the Airline of the Year - Global Operations award from AFRAA is not merely an accolade; it is a powerful affirmation of the commitment and resilience of our team. Ethiopian Airlines has consistently demonstrated its commitment to servicing the continent by expanding its network, investing in state-of-the-art aircraft, and providing world-class customer service. This latest accolade from AFRAA solidifies Ethiopian Airlines' reputation as a benchmark for quality in the African aviation sector and reflects its ongoing strides toward contributing to the continent’s growth and integration.
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November 21, 2024 19:41 UTC
Roundup: Ethiopia expects over 700 mln USD from pulse, oilseed exports this year
Ethiopia's Minister of Trade and Regional Integration Kassahun Gofe said pulses and oilseeds are the backbone of Ethiopia's rural economy. China has been a major destination for Ethiopia's pulses and oilseeds export commodities during the past decade, particularly sesame seeds. Sesame, along with coffee, is one of Ethiopia's top export commodities, as the East African country's export sector is largely dominated by the export of agricultural products. According to recent data from the Ethiopian Pulses, Oilseeds, and Spices Processors Exporters Association, about 60 percent to 70 percent of the country's total sesame exports during the past decade went to China. Last month, the Ethiopian government disclosed that it generated over 1.5 billion dollars in export revenue during the first quarter of the current fiscal year.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 17:15 UTC
Ethiopia Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) and Medical Value Chain (MVC) Bahrain Launch Blockchain-Powered Track and Trace Partnership to Strengthen Pharmaceutical Supply Chain and Safeguard Public Healt
Bahrain, Addis Ababa, November 2024 — The Ethiopia Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) and Medical Value Chain (MVC) are pleased to announce a transformative partnership to implement a cutting-edge blockchain-enabled pharmaceutical track-and-trace system across Ethiopia. The platform’s real-time tracking capabilities empower regulatory authorities to closely monitor each point in the supply chain, detecting any signs of tampering or diversion instantly. The Ethiopia Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) and Medical Value Chain (MVC) Bahrain have partnered to implement a blockchain-powered track-and-trace system for the pharmaceutical supply chain. How does blockchain technology strengthen the pharmaceutical supply chain? It provides the infrastructure and technical support needed to implement the track-and-trace system, ensuring seamless integration with EFDA’s regulatory framework.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 17:11 UTC
Ghana has not abolished death sentence – African Court judge
A judge of the African Court has told Ghana Business News in an exclusive interview that the death sentence remains in the books for some other offences. And the death sentence, the African Court, in our interpretation of Article 4, what we are saying is that, if your law prescribes mandatory imposition of death sentence, then it is in violation. But if you look at Ghana, under the military and under the constitution, once a death sentence is imposed, we must sentence you to death by hanging. We have the West Africa, East Africa, North Africa, Central Africa and Southern Africa, and each of them nominates a male and a female judge. Maybe you start from the High Court, Court of Appeals, Supreme Court, or where it is a case that you can go to the Supreme Court straight, then you must go to the Supreme Court first.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 17:02 UTC
Indigenous leadership to strengthen Church’s mission in Ethiopia
Over the past month, Pope Francis has taken a significant step for the Catholic Church in Ethiopia by appointing five new Ethiopian-born bishops. By Bezawit BogaleDespite being a minority in Ethiopia, the Catholic Church plays a pivotal role in promoting interreligious dialogue, peacebuilding, and humanitarian aid. The Pope named Bishop-elect Tesfaye as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archeparchy of Addis Ababa and assigned him to the titular See of Cleopatris. A seasoned leader, Bishop-elect Tesfaye previously served as the Superior General of the Comboni Missionaries, where he oversaw the congregation’s global mission efforts. Through these appointments, the Church is poised to expand its mission of fostering peace, unity, and spiritual growth in Ethiopia.
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November 21, 2024 16:55 UTC
Ethiopia set to earn 2 bln USD from gold export this year
ADDIS ABABA, Nov. 21 (Xinhua) -- Ethiopia will earn up to 2 billion U.S. dollars in revenue from the export of gold in this Ethiopian fiscal year that started on July 8, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said. Abiy made the remark while inaugurating a gold exploration and mining factory in Dima district, Gambella regional state of Ethiopia, the state-run Ethiopian News Agency reported Wednesday. "For the first time in Ethiopia's history, we anticipate earning up to 2 billion U.S. dollars solely from gold export this year. This goal is achievable thanks to sustained efforts over the past three years," Abiy stated. The prime minister, however, said that this revenue potential reflects only a fraction of Ethiopia's untapped mineral wealth, which includes tantalum, iron ore, lithium and other valuable metal resources.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 16:49 UTC
“Agenzia Nova” signs a cooperation agreement with the Ethiopian national agency “Ena”
“Agenzia Nova” and the Ethiopian national press agency “Ethiopian News Agency” (Ena) have signed a cooperation agreement today, with the aim of strengthening the exchange of information and collaboration between the two editorial offices. More generally, the agreement aims to promote better understanding between the two peoples and professional collaboration on political, economic, social and cultural issues. “This agreement marks a new chapter in the relations and exchange of information between Ethiopia and Italy. I extend my congratulations to Ena and Nova for reaching this important milestone. Read also other news on Nova NewsClick here and receive updates on WhatsAppFollow us on the social channels of Nova News on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Telegram
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 15:27 UTC
Spaza shop registration process under way in KZN
The registration of spaza shops is under way in the Durban Metro. This after at least 22 deaths countrywide, linked to food sold at spaza shops. Durban has 4 700 licensed spaza shops but it is not known how many are operating without licenses. This includes 4 700 licensed spaza shops. “Now our business as a South African are running low, low, low.
Source:Ethiopian News
November 21, 2024 15:06 UTC