Ethiopian parliament appoints FM as new president
Addis Ababa, Oct 7 The two houses of the Ethiopian parliament on Monday appointed Foreign Minister Taye Atske Selassie as the new President. The appointment followed the end of the term of the current President Sahle-Work Zewde, after six years of service as the country's head of state. The newly-appointed President was sworn in on Monday before members of Ethiopia's House of Peoples' Representatives and House of Federation as the new leader of Africa's second most populous nation. Prior to his appointment as the country's foreign minister, he also held the position of foreign policy adviser to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. Zewde was elected as Ethiopia's first female President in October 2018.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 14:24 UTC
A recipe for turmeric chicken soup is a window into a Southern Thai family
Growing up in Southern Thailand, Nok Suntaranon spent most days after school helping her mother sell homemade curry pastes in the local market. Staining her fingers yellow as she peeled turmeric root by the kilo, enough for the 110 pounds of curry paste her mother sold every day. Suntaranon’s grandfather, who was helping to support the family, and her aunt were killed in a motorbike accident when she was just 4. Bring to a boil over high, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the chicken is tender, about 30 minutes. Serve hot on its own or with glass noodles or rice, topped with cilantro, fried shallots, chiles, scallions and lime wedges.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 14:24 UTC
Ethiopia president replaced after falling out with PM
Taye Atske Selassie, who is now president, was appointed foreign minister in February [Reuters]Ethiopia's parliament has approved the appointment of a new president to replace the country's first female head of state, Sahle-Work Zewde. Taye Astike Selassie, foreign minister since February, has taken up the largely ceremonial role. In Ethiopia, political power lies with the prime minister - currently Abiy Ahmed. President Taye, 68, an experienced diplomat having served at the UN and in Egypt, is considered close to Abiy. The replacement of Sahle-Work means that Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan is currently Africa's only female head of state.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 14:20 UTC
Ethiopia appoints new president – New Business Ethiopia
The Government of Ethiopia today appointed Senior diplomat and former foreign affairs minister Taye Atske Selassie Amde as a new president. The position of president in Ethiopia is more ceremonial as the prime minister is the key decision-making position as per the constitution. Taye Atske Selassie Amde was appointed a few months ago as foreign minister of Ethiopia. Before that he served, he served as Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Ethiopia to the United Nations. A few days ago President Sahle-Work Zewde signaled her plan not to continue for the second term by twitting that shows her frustration and failed attempts from over a year to change things.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
October 07, 2024 13:47 UTC
Ethiopian athletes shine in dominant Berlin Marathon victory
Held on a sunny morning in Berlin on Sunday, the marathon delivered intense competition, fast times, and personal bests for the leading athletes. This performance marked a new personal best for Mengesha, improving by more than two minutes from his previous best, set at the Valencia Marathon in 2022. In the women’s race, Ethiopia’s Tigist Ketema was nothing short of dominant. Ketema crossed the finish line in Berlin in 2:16:42, the third-fastest women’s marathon time ever recorded in the history of the Berlin Marathon. The Berlin Marathon not only showcased the individual talents of Mengesha and Ketema but also underlined Ethiopia’s remarkable depth in long-distance running.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 12:21 UTC
Earthquake hits Ethiopia, professor expects more at GERD area
It hit at 8:10 pm Cairo time, with a depth of 10 km, roughly 560 km from the Grand Ethiopia Renaissance Dam. Sharaky also predicted that the leakage from part of the GERD through the connected ground cracks in most Ethiopian land would lead to more landslides, and thus further earthquakes. ‘There will be no leniency’Tensions have risen between Cairo and Addis Ababa after the failure of all negotiations over the Nile River waters due to the GERD project. He stressed that not a single drop of Nile water can be squandered, because what his country is getting now is not enough. He added that Ethiopia seeks to legitimize its unilateral policies that contradict international law, and hide behind baseless claims that these policies are based on the right of peoples to development.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 12:06 UTC
Canon introduces new flatbed printer – New Business Ethiopia
Canon today announces the addition of its FLXflow technology to the Arizona 1300 series, which brings new productivity and performance features to the flatbed printer series. Optimized productivityCatering to growing mid-volume operations, the Arizona 1300 FLXflow supports a wide variety of substrates and applications. Enhanced flexibilityArizona 1300 FLXflow customers can also take advantage of the Advanced Image Layout Controls, which allow last-minute adjustments at the printer. Designed with sustainability in mindOffering reduced waste and lower energy consumption than its predecessors, the Arizona 1300 FLXflow has been designed with sustainability in mind. FLXflow technology requires less masking and underlays to hold media in place, resulting in less waste.
Source:News Business Ethiopia
October 07, 2024 11:52 UTC
Ethiopian Domestic Workers: Kuwait and Ethiopia sign new pact to protect Ethiopian workers' documents, ETHRWorldEMEA
Industry2 min readKuwait and Ethiopia sign new pact to protect Ethiopian workers' documentsThis MoU represents a significant step forward in ensuring fair treatment and protection for Ethiopian domestic workers in Kuwait. By clearly outlining responsibilities, it promotes ethical recruitment, reduces exploitation, and strengthens the support system for workers, fostering a more secure and equitable working environment.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 10:25 UTC
Ethiopia sees $2 Billion in new investments
Ethiopia’s private sector is experiencing a significant surge in investment, with over $2 billion committed to new projects following recent policy and legal reforms. The introduction of a new Investment Proclamation has opened numerous sectors to foreign investors, resulting in a wave of business activity. According to the Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC), more than 150 investment projects have emerged since the proclamation was enacted, leading to an influx of over $1.2 billion in various sectors. “The new special economic zone initiative is a major step forward for Ethiopia and its investment environment,” Habtamu added. Eyob Tekalgn, State Minister of Finance, emphasized the importance of these reforms during a panel discussion at the event.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 10:10 UTC
Ethiopian Suspends Beirut, Tel Aviv Flights Over Regional Tensions
Ethiopian Airlines has halted flights to Beirut indefinitely amid escalating tensions in the region. The suspension, effective immediately, extends to flights bound for Tel Aviv, with services paused until at least October 7, 2024. In a Friday evening statement, the airline underscored its commitment to passenger safety, citing regional instability and guidance from authorities as key factors behind the decision. Travelers affected by the cancellations are eligible for full refunds, available through travel agents or by contacting the airline directly, Ethiopian Airlines said in its notice. The situation in the region has deteriorated in recent days, with Israel ramping up airstrikes on Beirut, targeting Hezbollah, and launching a limited ground incursion into Lebanon.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 04:43 UTC
Ethiopia's Quest for a Seaport, Egypt and the Geopolitics of the Nile Basin
analysisTensions between Ethiopia and Egypt go back decades and reveal a web of Cold War intrigue, clandestine diplomacy and internal meddling. The current deployment reflects long-standing tensions between Ethiopia and Egypt, rooted in unresolved issues from the mid-20th century. By the 1990s, the collapse of the Soviet Union ended Mengistu's rule, but Egypt's Nile policies continued under Hosni Mubarak. In March 2015, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Sudan signed a Declaration of Principles (DoP) to address disputes over Ethiopia's Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). The stakes extend beyond Ethiopia and Egypt, affecting the entire region that relies on the Nile for its survival.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 04:43 UTC
New Ethiopian restaurant offers community building through cultural exchange
Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant and Bar will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, Oct. 12. While many are no strangers to Ethiopian cuisine, thanks to the popular Lalibela Ethiopian Restaurant, locals expressed enthusiasm to try Habesha. Student organizations such as the Yale Ethiopian and Eritrean Students’ Association are eager to welcome Habesha to New Haven. “My first time having Ethiopian food was at an event. They catered Lalibela, and it was really, really good, so I really like Ethiopian food,” he said.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 03:42 UTC
Ethiopian President will not continue, “Media army” attacking her
President Sahle-Work ZewdeborkenaToronto – A day after the Ethiopian President shared on X page a deeply emotional feeling that made silent for more than a year, Ethiopian news sources are reporting that she will not continue for the second term. With the news dominating the conversation on social media, the ruling party’s “media army”, as revealed by a recent Reuters report, is attacking her. The “media army” that is said to have been given the mission to misinform, disinform and distort information through online presence and social media engagement is attacking the president as “pro-Fano.” Fano is the armed group that is resisting government forces deployed in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Meseret Media reported that the president did not have a healthy working relationship with government executives. __Join our Telegram Channel : t.me/borkenaLike borkena on FacebookAdd your business to Ethiopian Business Listing / Ethiopian Business DirectoryJoin the conversation.
Source:Ethiopian News
October 07, 2024 02:53 UTC