A number of Irish Aid projects in Ethiopia relate to the education and economic development of women who currently face substantial challenges in relation to equality. An Taoiseach meets Sgt John Moloney at the the Counter Improvised Explosive Device training as part of his African tour. The itinerary in Ethiopia included a visit to a United Nations refugee camp, and Irish Aid funded facilities benefiting communities and families. "The Taoiseach was brought to the religious sites at Axum by the mayor which includes a monastery. The Taoiseach and Irish government imposes no such rules when it comes to properties owned by the Irish State and does not support such rules."

Source: Ethiopian News January 12, 2019 15:33 UTC