I grew up not knowing my African heritage. But now I feel a calling
From Black Panther to Black Lives Matter, I’ve felt a new sense of identity and pride, that I will pass on to my children Growing up, I envied those who understood their mother’s native language. Speaking it was admirable, but the very act of comprehension was a beautiful thing to witness. From afar it seemed […]
Building industrial park bolsters industrialization, urbanization and job creations
Ethiopian Herald Ethiopia has built mega industrial parks in different corners of the country. On Wednesday, the country also cut the ribbon of the finalized state-of-the-art industrial parks in Bahir Dar. As part of its efforts to make the country a light manufacturing hub in Africa by 2025, Ethiopia is working to create favorable atmosphere […]
On World Habitat Day Guterres calls for heightened efforts to improve housing
In 1985 the United Nations designated the first Monday of October every year as World Habitat Day. The day provides an opportunity for all to reflect on the state of towns and cities and the basic right of all to adequate shelter. It is also intended to remind the world of its collective responsibility for […]
Identifying Priority Products and Value Chains for Standards Harmonization in Africa
UNECA The report on “Identifying Priority Products and Value Chains for Standards Harmonization in Africa” jointly published by the African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) and the African Union Commission (AUC) was launched during a webinar to launch a series of Pan […]
Ethiopia, Eritrea changing Horn history path
The Ethiopian Herald For over two years, Ethiopia and Eritrea have proved to the whole world that they are forces of peace and development in the greater Horn of Africa. Both countries have been working tirelessly on recapturing the lost opportunities during the Ethio- Eritrea two- decade ‘No war No peace’ era. Having amicably ended […]
The government of Ethiopia and IFAD launch $305 million project to build farmers’ resilience
Against the backdrop of the global impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change, particularly in African countries, the Government of Ethiopia and the International Fund for Agricultural Development of the United Nations (IFAD) have launched a new US$305.7 million programme to help the most vulnerable farmers increase their resilience. The third phase of the […]
AfDB backed electrification project has enabled the emergence of some 150 companies and factories in Ethiopia
In the Ethiopian rural areas of Alem Ketema, Gendo, Akesta and Nekemte, economic activity is growing exponentially. Since the end of the Rural Electrification Project II (PER II) in 2016, a hundred small and medium-sized enterprises have been in full development, according to a report from the African Development Bank made public this Wednesday, October […]
Ethiopia boosts health budget 46%, PM Abiy Ahmed
Reuters Ethiopia has raised its health budget by 46% this year after the coronavirus crisis exposed the need for more equipment, facilities and personnel, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said on Monday.Slideshow ( 2 images ) The populous Horn of Africa nation has typically been spending twice its annual health budget servicing its external debt, he said, […]
Maaza Mengiste’s “The Shadow King” is a modern-day Iliad
The Shadow King (Norton) by Maaza Mengiste The Wife’s Tale (Fourth Estate) by Aida Edemariam Queen of Flowers and Pearls (Indiana University Press) by Gabriella Ghermandi New Humanist by Jamie Mackay In the final act of Maaza Mengiste’s latest novel The Shadow King, a group of guerrilla fighters, armed with knives and old rifles, ambush a group of Italian soldiers […]
The multifaceted benefits of creating a restful green environment by beautifying cities
Ethiopian Herald By Mussa Muhammed Creating a conducive green environment everywhere in the country, by maintaining the beauty of cities and expansion of recreation and parks has been largely ignored. Though the capital of Africa, Addis Ababa, is also the host of many international organizations, it lacks recreational options in huge. The recently launched Unity […]
Ethiopia to host 2022 African Youth Games
Inside the Game By Dan Palmer Lesotho will now host the 2026 edition of the African Youth Games after being replaced as the 2022 host by Ethiopia. Maseru, Lesotho’s capital, had been awarded the 2022 event in 2018 at the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) Extraordinary General Assembly. The city will now […]
Ethiopia Has Reopened For Tourism
Travel off Path Ethiopia has reopened borders on September 23, 2020 and is now again allowing tourists and foreigners to enter the country. Ethiopia was closed for a total of 6 months since closing both land and air borders back on March 23rd in response to the pandemic, which came as a real blow to […]
Saving lives and money through the Africa Medical Supplies Platform
ECA The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) on September 17, jointly held a high-level webinar for Ministers of Finance and Ministers of Health to showcase the Africa Medical Supplies Platform (AMSP). AMSP is a digital platform intended to serve as a consolidated online […]
Kenya says a solution to the stand-off on GERD should be found through the African Union
Daily Nation By Aggrey Mutambo Egyptians are seeking Kenya’s support to help Cairo reach an amicable solution on the use of the waters of the Nile, after Ethiopia erected a dam along the river. The revelation came out of a meeting between President Uhuru Kenyatta and his host Abdelfattah al-Sissi this week as the former […]
East Africa
AllAfrica News: East Africa
- Uganda: Minister Kitutu Battles 4 New Challengers for Manafwa Seat October 26, 2020[Monitor] Tense moments and drama awaits the people of Manafwa District as the incumbent Woman Member of Parliament (MP), Mary Goretti Kitutu battles four new challengers.
- Ethiopia: AU Chair Ramaphosa Announces New Round of African Talks on Nile Dam October 26, 2020[South Africa] His Excellency President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa and Chairperson of the African Union is pleased to announce that following extensive consultations with the Heads of State of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) Negotiation Parties -- His Excellency President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of the Arab Republic of […]
- Egypt: Egypt Ready for Investment Projects in South Sudan October 26, 2020[Egypt Online] Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli stressed on Monday that Egypt is ready to offer all support to South Sudan and set up investment projects in the brotherly country.
- Sudan: Physical Planning Committee in W. Kordofan Reformed October 26, 2020[SNA] Obied -- Wali (governor) of West Kordofan State, Khalid Mustafa Adam, issued decision forming the State's Physical Planning Committee.
- Sudan: Political Parties Divided Over Relations With Israel October 26, 2020[Radio Dabanga] Khartoum -- Political parties in Sudan are divided about normalisation of relations with Israel. The Sudanese government defends its decision to do so.
West Africa
AllAfrica News: West Africa
- Senegal: Enhancing Diagnosis to Beat Covid-19 in Senegal October 26, 2020[WHO] Dakar -- Senegal's Institut Pasteur was one of only two laboratories in Africa able to test for COVID-19 at the onset of the pandemic in early 2020. The institution's director, Dr Amadou Sall, speaks about the efforts Senegal has made to strengthen testing as well as the challenges faced.
- Benin: Benin Boosts Covid-19 Response With Increased Testing October 26, 2020[WHO] Cotonou, 22 October 2020 - Benin's first COVID-19 case was diagnosed at the Viral Haemorrhagic Fever Laboratory in the capital Cotonou in March 2020. Then it was the country's sole facility able to test for the virus. At best it could carry out only 300 tests per day.
- Nigeria: Kano Now Hotbed of Pre-Registered SIM Cards, Says Danbatta October 26, 2020[This Day] Kano -- The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, has expressed concern over the activities of a syndicate that specialises in selling 'active registered SIM cards' in Kano, saying the state has now become a breeding ground for pre-registered SIMs.
- Nigeria: Public, Private Schools Remain Closed - Lagos Govt October 26, 2020[This Day] The Lagos State Government has announced that private and public schools remain closed in the state.
- Nigeria: Governance Cost Impeding Economic Growth - Peter Obi October 26, 2020[Daily Trust] The former governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, has warned that unless Nigeria cuts down its high cost of governance, there may be no quantum leap in economic development.
South Africa
AllAfrica News: South Africa
- African Union Seeks to Seize Initiative Over Nile Dam Talks October 26, 2020[allAfrica] Cape Town -- Days after President Donald Trump accused Ethiopia of breaking a deal he had negotiated over Egypt's rights to water from the Nile, the African Union is kick-starting renewed trilateral talks on the issue between Ethiopia, Egypt and Sudan.
- AU Chair Ramaphosa Announces New Round of African Talks on Nile Dam October 26, 2020[South Africa] His Excellency President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa and Chairperson of the African Union is pleased to announce that following extensive consultations with the Heads of State of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) Negotiation Parties -- His Excellency President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of the Arab Republic of […]
- Bicycles and Gardens - Inspiring Action and Instilling Hope October 26, 2020[Daily Maverick] The Covid-19 pandemic has given rise to a number of urban projects that provide opportunities to build community. Among those that are seeding hope and neighbourhood connection are projects that involve gardens and bicycles.
- MEC Albert Fritz Transfers Funds to Metro Police K-9 Unit for 2020/21 October 26, 2020[Govt of SA] Department of Community Safety transfers R2.530 million to Metro Police K-9 Unit for 2020/21
- International Relations and Cooperation Hosts Virtual Global Cyber Policy Dialogue for Southern Africa, 27 Oct October 26, 2020[Govt of SA] South Africa and the Netherlands to co-host a virtual Global Cyber Policy Dialogue for Southern Africa
North Africa
AllAfrica News: North Africa
- Ethiopia: African Union Seeks to Seize Initiative Over Nile Dam Talks October 26, 2020[allAfrica] Cape Town -- Days after President Donald Trump accused Ethiopia of breaking a deal he had negotiated over Egypt's rights to water from the Nile, the African Union is kick-starting renewed trilateral talks on the issue between Ethiopia, Egypt and Sudan.
- East Africa: Nile Dam - Ethiopia Says Trump's Remarks an 'Instigator of War' October 26, 2020[Nation] US President Donald Trump's remarks suggesting Egypt may blow up the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (Gerd) has resulted in anger among Ethiopians across the globe.
- East Africa: Tripartite Nile Dam Talks to Resume After Trump Warning October 26, 2020[East African] Sudan has said it will hold a meeting on Tuesday with Egypt and Ethiopia on the controversial Nile dam project coming just days after US President Donald Trump warned it could trigger military action.
- Ethiopia: AU Chair Ramaphosa Announces New Round of African Talks on Nile Dam October 26, 2020[South Africa] His Excellency President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa and Chairperson of the African Union is pleased to announce that following extensive consultations with the Heads of State of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) Negotiation Parties -- His Excellency President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of the Arab Republic of […]
- Morocco: Moroccan Bouchra Hajij Elected President of the African Volleyball Confederation October 26, 2020[MAP] Rabat -- Moroccan Bouchra Hajij was elected president of the African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB) for a four-year term (2020-2024), during the general assembly held Sunday evening via videoconference.
Centeral Africa
AllAfrica News: Central Africa
- Morocco: Morocco, Equatorial-Guinea Discuss Means to Develop Cooperation in Industry October 26, 2020[MAP] Rabat -- Minister of Industry, Trade, the green and digital economy, Moulay Hafid El Alamy, on Monday held talks in Rabat with the Equatorial Guinean Minister of Foreign Affairs, Simeón Oyono Esono Angue.
- Cameroon: Migration Issues in Cameroon - UN Organ Hands Report October 26, 2020[Cameroon Tribune] It was handed to the Secretary General of MINREX on October 20, 2020.
- Angola: UNFAO Unveils Over 200 Field Schools in Southern Region October 26, 2020[ANGOP] Lubango -- At least 225 rural schools will be set up later this month in th e provinces of Huila, Namibe and Cunene, with a view to increasing the resilience of peasant families and helping to improve agricultural production.
- Angola: Protestors Go On Trial Monday October 26, 2020[ANGOP] Luanda -- At least 103 people, arrested last Saturday following an illegal protest against the government's policies, will be summarily tried this Monday.
- Cameroon: Timely Presidential Decision October 26, 2020[Cameroon Tribune] Many Cameroonians of goodwill and observers of the ongoing crisis in the South West and North West Regions will agree that the situation has not gone out of hands, thanks to the clairvoyant and astute leadership of President Paul Biya. The upheavals all started from trade union demands when teachers and Common Law […]
Ethiopia
AllAfrica News: Ethiopia
- African Union Seeks to Seize Initiative Over Nile Dam Talks October 26, 2020[allAfrica] Cape Town -- Days after President Donald Trump accused Ethiopia of breaking a deal he had negotiated over Egypt's rights to water from the Nile, the African Union is kick-starting renewed trilateral talks on the issue between Ethiopia, Egypt and Sudan.
- Nile Dam - Ethiopia Says Trump's Remarks an 'Instigator of War' October 26, 2020[Nation] US President Donald Trump's remarks suggesting Egypt may blow up the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (Gerd) has resulted in anger among Ethiopians across the globe.
- Tripartite Nile Dam Talks to Resume After Trump Warning October 26, 2020[East African] Sudan has said it will hold a meeting on Tuesday with Egypt and Ethiopia on the controversial Nile dam project coming just days after US President Donald Trump warned it could trigger military action.
- AU Chair Ramaphosa Announces New Round of African Talks on Nile Dam October 26, 2020[South Africa] His Excellency President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa and Chairperson of the African Union is pleased to announce that following extensive consultations with the Heads of State of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) Negotiation Parties -- His Excellency President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of the Arab Republic of […]
- Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Irrigation of Sudan, Egypt and Ethiopia to Hold Meeting Tuesday October 26, 2020[SNA] Khartoum -- Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Irrigation to hold AU-brokered video conference meeting Tuesday to seek ways of resuming the tripartite negotiations over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam(GERD) at invitation from President of the South Africa and Chairman of the current session of the AU , Cyril Ramaphosa.
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