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 […]
Ethiopia House of Federation ruled federal officials to cut off contact with Tigray regional state leaders
Ethiopian lawmakers ruled Tuesday that federal officials should cut off contact with leaders of the northern Tigray region, which defied Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed last month by holding elections his government deemed “illegal”. The decision by the House of Federation, the upper house of parliament, furthers the breakdown in relations between Abiy and the Tigray […]
Recovery of aviation is essential to rapid and sustainable recovery of Africa economies
“Recovery of aviation is essential to rapid and sustainable recovery of Africa economies post-COVID19. Restoring confidence, stimulating demand, consistency and harmonization in applying health measures, as well as innovation are building blocks for successful restart” stated H.E. Dr Amani Abou-Zeid, Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy at the opening of the High-Level Webinar on African Aviation […]
Ethiopia’s commitment to reform not in question
Government is committed to maintaining law and order even as it pursues political and economic change. By AYELE LIRE JIJAMO While we appreciate the interest a media outlet like POLITICO has taken in developments in our country, we regret the hyperbolic and inaccurate assertions made in the article “Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Ahmed loses his shine” (September […]
Ethio-Telecom To Launch Mobile Banking Service In The Country
Ethiopian Reporter By Kaleyesus Bekele Eyes USD 1.8 billion in revenue from infrastructure lease After series of negotiations and deliberations, the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has finally given the greenlight to the national telecom company, Ethio telecom to start mobile money services. Ethio telecom has submitted its application to the NBE asking for license to […]
What did the Famous Scientist Nikola Tesla Said about the 1935 Italian Invasion of Ethiopia?
Tesla Universe, By Nikola Tesla – World Famous Scientist and Discoverer in the Field of Modern Electrical Invention. In an Interview with George Sylvester Viereck. “What would you do, if you were Emporer of Ethiopia?” This question, addressed to Nikola Tesla, suggested itself to me when I remembered the recent announcement by the discoverer of […]
In the absence of injured Kenenisa Bekele, his country man Kitata won the London Marathon
In cold, wet conditions, 24-year-old Kitata edged clear in the final metres to win by one second over Kipchumba in a relatively slow two hours, 05.41 minutes. Sisay Lemma of Ethiopia was third in 2:5.35, with Kipchoge, the hot favourite, who in his last race a year ago became the only man to break the […]
Ethiopia speeds up works to reestablish naval force
The Ethiopian Herald By Desta Geberhiwot Ethiopia which has already sent 1,000 army officers to Russia for naval training is accelerating the establishment of a naval force in what could be described as a major step ahead by the Horn of Africa’s biggest economy in strengthening its maritime trade and security interests. Rear Admiral Kindu […]
Tree planting is critical for a sustainable future
Around 40 kilometers south-west of the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, native and exotic trees stand side by side on 8 hectares of the Suba Forest. Surrounded by tall junipers and idyllic mountains, this group of seed orchards is just one of many that serve as incubators for the country’s impressive landscape restoration efforts. With a […]
Bold steps taken to make African trade easier, help small businesses
The African Union has amplified action to tackle non-tariff barriers and increase small businesses’ use of the tradebarriers.africa tool through its new online platform. The African continent is about to become the world’s largest free trade area. If not addressed, non-tariff barriers (NTBs) may slow down this effort. Although the negative impact of NTBs on intra-regional trade is […]
Government Revenue Increase by 25% since the Launch of the Electronic Customs Management System
Webb Fontaine (WebbFontaine.com) was officially recognised for its support to the Ethiopian Customs Commission (ECC) in its effort of digitalising its border and trade management systems. Webb Fontaine, the leading provider of solutions for trade facilitation powered by the latest technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, won a tender in 2015 for the implementation of its Customs […]
Covid-19 is Fast Tracking Digital Transformation in Africa
By Yeremi Bolton Akpan In a meeting at Sharm El Sheik, Egypt last October, African ministers in charge of communication and information gathered to discuss the digital future of the continent. In the course of that gathering, the ministers adopted what has come to be called the 2019 Sharm El Sheik declaration. The declaration proposed […]
Structural transformation may help Ethiopia’s Renewable Energy Goals
While Ethiopia has expanded its energy production capacity tenfold in the past 25 years, it continues to experience energy shortages as it struggles to meet its population’s demand for electricity. Ethiopia’s population is growing by more than 20% per year and it is struggling to provide access to electricity, which is currently available only to […]
Cargo flights have helped Ethiopian Airlines remain financially viable during the pandemic
Six months since the corona virus pandemic upended the global airline industry, Ethiopian Airlines is facing a heavy toll: more than $1 billion in lost revenue, to say nothing of 850 infected employees. Yet Tewolde Gebremariam, CEO of the state-owned airline and jewel of Ethiopia’s economy, maintains the situation would have been far worse if […]
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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