Here you go again with the signing of another feasibility studies
In 2019 Ethiopia announced the discovery of up to 7 to 8 trillion cubic feet (TFC) of natural gas in Ethiopia’s Somali regional state. About a dozen companies had obtained licences for the fields after the presence of gas was confirmed in 1972 by Tenneco – a US company, yet Ethiopia still waiting to see […]
China’s African infrastructure investment is a stark contrast to Western lip service
“Africa is not an arena for major power games, and external forces arbitrarily interfering in regional affairs and the internal affairs of regional countries will only exacerbate the complexity and instability of the situation.“ China’s special envoy China’s commitments to infrastructure projects in sub-Saharan Africa impressively dwarf that of the West, according to new study […]
Africa Needs A Single Currency To Boost Intra-Continental Trade
There are moves afoot to introduce a single currency for intra-African trade. Given this need for a single currency, in what form should it be? Should it be fiat money or should it be cryptocurrency, which is digital and more secure? By Josef Kefas Sheehama and Tshilidzi Marwala It is beyond any doubt that the […]
Africa can lead the world by putting nature at the heart of finance
ECA by Jean-Paul Adam & Mark Napier “We are all asset managers,” writes Professor Partha Dasgupta in his seminal study on the economics of biodiversity. “Whether as farmers or fishers, foresters or miners, households or companies, governments or communities,” we all influence the store of value held in our most precious asset—the natural world around […]
Ethiopia IN Biblical History
by Peter J. Leithart Ispent the last week of February teaching Old Testament at the newly-formed Trinity Fellowship Pastors College in Addis Ababa. Ethiopia is by far the oldest nation I’ve visited, one of the few Old Testament nations still on the map. Its existence is a theological fact, testimony to the reliability of God’s promises. […]
NATO’s mindless escalations in Ukraine
NATO is playing a daredevil stunt in Eastern Europe. Ukraine is not a member of NATO. For all practical reasons, NATO has dumped Ukraine. It is not helping Ukraine in any meaningful way that could decisively tilt the scales of war in Kyiv’s favor. However, NATO is giving its best when it comes to fanning […]
As ISS Sets For Retirement, Beijing To Make Its Space Station Open For Commercial Activities
By Sakshi Tiwari– March 16, 2022 China aims to finish building its Tiangong space station and make it operational by the end of this year. A new report claims that Beijing is hoping to turn it into a money-spinner, besides using it as a hub of various space activities. According to a senior human spaceflight program official, […]
Addis inks $29m deals with China firms for public transport upgrade
Summary The first agreement valued at $15 million will enable Addis Ababa city government to purchase 110 buses from China’s leading bus maker, Yutong, within eight months. The city’s public bus transportation system will also be improved through the integration of state-of-the-art information communication technology (ICT) systems among other improvements at a cost of $14.17 […]
Africa can help save the natural world and the livelihoods of Africans
What mysterious combination of hope and determination drives little sea turtles, newly hatched, to pull themselves with their tiny limbs down the beach, into the foamy waves, and out into the boundless ocean? The odds of survival are against them. And yet each year, these hatchlings plunge ahead, doing their part for the survival of […]
20 Of The Best Poets And Poems of Ethiopia (Qene included)
Ethiopian poetry comprises of one of the many unique and amazing secrets held dearly by the people of Ethiopia. Hi We are all aware of how little is known by non-Ethiopians about the countless rich and varied aspects of Ethiopian life. What’s known is mostly acquired from scant and fragmented media reports about famine, poverty, social unrest, […]
Saudi Arabia Considers Accepting Yuan Instead of Dollars for Chinese Oil Sales
Talks between Riyadh and Beijing have accelerated as the Saudi unhappiness grows with Washington. By Summer Said in Dubai and Stephen Kalin in Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaUpdated March 15, 2022 11:48 am ETSHARETEXTListen to articleLength 8 minutes Saudi Arabia is in active talks with Beijing to price some of its oil sales to China in yuan, people familiar with the matter […]
Ethiopia is Sitting on One of the World’s Greatest Untapped Gold Deposits
Ethiopia’s mining sector is undergoing a massive transformation with an increase in opportunities for investment. A wide variety of mineral resources are available in Ethiopia, according to recently conducted geological studies. The Ministry of Mines surveyed over half of the country’s geological landscapes and discovered large reserves of gold, petroleum, and potash as well as […]
Although Civilians Welcomed the Recent Coups in Africa, The Prying Eyes of External Interests were at Work
After the Cold War, a neoliberal democratic programme was inaugurated in Africa. It promised to free the continent from authoritarianism and military seizures of power, in favour of political pluralism and the rule of law. Thus, many decades later, coups were supposed to be rare, if not a thing of the past, and dictatorships were […]
After 20 years: Is BRICS A Success Or A Failure?
Two decades ago, the investment bank Goldman Sachs came up with an acronym that was supposed to represent the shifting economic balance of power – BRICs (Brazil, Russia, India, and China) – that would come to dominate the global economy and usher in a new era of multilateralism and global governance. These large markets had not yet […]
East Africa
AllAfrica News: East Africa
- Uganda: Wakiso Businessman Dies On Plane Minutes Before Landing At Entebbe Airport May 18, 2022[Nile Post] A top businessman identified as Yusuf Kulembera left passengers and air crew in shock when he died aboard an Ethiopian Airlines plane, moments before it landed at Entebbe Airport.
- Uganda: 4159 People Died in Road Accidents in 2021 - Boda Bodas Killed Five Each Day - Police Report May 18, 2022[Nile Post] At least five people on average were killed by accidents involving boda bodas in Uganda last year, the latest police annual crime report has indicated.
- Mauritius: Chairperson of Rodrigues Regional Assembly Pays Courtesy Call On President Roopun May 18, 2022[Government of Mauritius] The Chairperson of the Rodrigues Regional Assembly, Mr Joseph Christian Léopold, paid a courtesy call on the President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr Prithvirajsing Roopun, today, at the State House, in Réduit.
- Mauritius: Prime Minister Jugnauth Invited for Rra's 20th Anniversary Celebrations May 18, 2022[Government of Mauritius] The Chairperson of the Rodrigues Regional Assembly (RRA), Mr Joseph Christian Léopold, met the Prime Minister, Mr Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, this afternoon, at the New Treasury Building in Port Louis.
- Seychelles: Seychelles' Parks Authority Renews Agreement for International Research On Bats and Giant Tortoises May 18, 2022[Seychelles News Agency] Seychelles will get more international assistance in its research into bats and giant tortoises under a renewed agreement with the Green Teen Team Foundation (GTTF) and the Parco Natura Viva.
West Africa
AllAfrica News: West Africa
- Nigeria: Traders, Motorcyclists Clash in Abuja Market Over Death of Motorcycle Passenger May 19, 2022[Premium Times] The clash broke out after the Igbo traders in the area set the motorcycle conveying the deceased on fire.
- Nigeria: 2023 - Don't Be Deceived By 'Money Bags', Peter Obi Tells Lagos PDP Delegates May 19, 2022[Premium Times] "We have a sharing formula but we don't have a producing formula."
- Nigeria: One Feared Killed As Gunmen Attack Enugu Community, Set Vehicle Ablaze May 19, 2022[Premium Times] The attack was carried out by suspected IPOB members trying to enforce the group's sit-at-home order.
- Nigeria: Ahmed Idris - Reflection On Buhari's Anti-Corruption Crusade May 19, 2022[Premium Times] As we elect the next president in 2023, we should carefully diagnose the failure of the Buhari administration's anti-corruption agenda.
- Nigeria: 2023 - Tinubu Support Group Opposes Consensus, North-East Presidential Candidate May 19, 2022[Premium Times] The group says Mr Tinubu is ready to participate in the party's primary election.
South Africa
AllAfrica News: South Africa
- Minister Ronald Lamola Applauds Gender Dynamix and Iranti for Successfully Bidding to Host Ilga World Conference in 2024 May 18, 2022[Govt of SA] Minister Lamola applauds Gender Dynamix and Iranti for successfully bidding to host ILGA (International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Intersex Association) World Conference in 2024
- Final Pronouncement On E-Tolls Imminent May 18, 2022[SAnews.gov.za] The final pronouncement on the funding model of the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project, better known as the e-tolls, is imminent, Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula said on Wednesday.
- NCOP Approves Key Bills May 18, 2022[SAnews.gov.za] The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) passed the Division of Revenue Bill, Employment Equity Amendment Bill and the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Bill during its virtual sitting on Tuesday.
- Minister Enoch Godongwana Tables the National Treasury Budget Vote, 18 May May 18, 2022[Govt of SA] Minister of Finance, Mr. Enoch Godongwana to table the National Treasury Budget Vote
- Aupindi Tears Into Malema ... Tells Him to Focus On South Africa's Corruption May 18, 2022[New Era] Swapo political bureau and central committee member Tobie Aupindi has hit back at Economic Freedom Fighters' leader Julius Malema after he called the Swapo-led government corrupt.
North Africa
AllAfrica News: North Africa
- Egypt: Egypt's Ambassador Pays a Countesy Call On House Speaker May 18, 2022[Shabelle] The Speaker of the Lower House Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur (Madobe) received at his residence the Ambassador of Egypt on Tuesday.
- Libya: Rival Factions Clash in Tripoli as PM Bashagha Forced to Flee May 18, 2022[RFI] Clashes have reportedly erupted in Libya's capital, Tripoli as the parliament-appointed prime minister, Fathi Bashagha, tried to take over the government there. However, he was forced back by a rival administration that has refused to cede power.
- Libya: Libya Rival PM Flees Capital After Militia Violence May 18, 2022[DW] Libya's two governments are both backed by armed groups. Violence erupted in Tripoli after one tried to establish authority there.
- Nigeria/Morocco: Oshoala Returns As Waldrum Invites Ebi, Ordega, 29 Others to 2022 Awcon Camp in Morocco May 18, 2022[Daily Trust] One of Africa's best players and Barcelona Femeni top goalscorer, Asisat Oshoala who missed Nigeria's double friendlies with Olympics Champions Canada has returned to the fold.
- Tanzania: Mfaume - Tanzanian Pugilist Ready for Egypt's Said May 16, 2022[Daily News] TANZANIAN Professional boxer Mfaume Mfaume says he is sure to defeat Egyptian Abdumonem Said when they meet early next month in Dar es Salaam in a fight dubbed 'The Return of Nakoz King'.
Centeral Africa
AllAfrica News: Central Africa
- Congo-Kinshasa: Zim, DRC Seek to Expand Trade Ties May 18, 2022[The Herald] EFFORTS to grow bilateral trade between Zimbabwe and the Democratic Republic of Congo are expected to top discussions at the outward seller mission, which opens today in Lubumbashi.
- Congo-Kinshasa: Two Journalists Detained for 5 Months After Covering a Protest May 18, 2022[CPJ] Kinshasa -- Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo must ensure the immediate release of journalists Patrick Lola and Christian Bofaya, who have been arbitrarily detained without charge for five months in the central prison of Mbandaka, the provincial capital of Equateur, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Tuesday.
- Rwanda: What Does Getting the 'World Marathon Label' Mean for Rwanda? May 18, 2022[New Times] The Kigali International Peace Marathon has been awarded the World Marathon Label road race as a result of how the annual race has been faring in all aspects during the past editions.
- Africa: Cameroonian Activist Wins Wangari Maathai Forest Champions' Award 2022 May 18, 2022[Africa Renewal] Activist Cécile Ndjebet, of Cameroon, this week won the 2022 Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award in recognition of her outstanding contribution to preserving forests and improving the lives of people who depend on them.
- Rwanda: Peace Cup - Five Players to Watch in Police Vs AS Kigali Tie May 18, 2022[New Times] The Peace Cup semi-final second leg tie between Police FC and AS Kigali will be played at the Kigali stadium on Wednesday as both teams eye a place in the grand finale.
Ethiopia
AllAfrica News: Ethiopia
- Google Translate Adds 24 Languages, Includes Afaan Oromo, Tigrinya May 17, 2022[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Google announced that it has added 24 new languages to its translation platform, Google Translate, including Afaan Oromo and Tigrinya. These 24 languages are spoken by over 300 million people, incorporating languages spoken by less than a million people to those spoken by 45 million people.
- WB Signs U.S.$300 Million Grant Agreement to Support Recovery of Conflict-Affected Areas in Ethiopia May 17, 2022[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The World Bank (WB) signed a grant agreement amounting to US$300 million (ETB 15.6 billion) with the Ministry of Finance to support the reconstruction and recovery efforts of conflict-affected areas in Ethiopia, the Ministry said.
- Amhara State Cautions Individuals to Register Private Weapons Within Four Days May 17, 2022[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Amhara Regional State Peace and Security Bureau announced that the registration of arms that were not previously registered but are privately owned will be carried out for as of tomorrow 17 May for four consecutive days, regional media reported.
- OFC Says Political Failure, Civil War and Economic Crisis Vicious Circle Haunting Ethiopia, Calls for Cessation of Hostilities, Genuine National Dialogue May 17, 2022[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The opposition Oromo Federalist Congress (OFC) said Ethiopia is being haunted by the vicious circle of "political failure, civil war and economic crisis," and called for cessation of hostilities and a genuine national dialogue "that would bring an end to the conflict and lead to political transformation of the country."
- Amhara State Calls Region Security to Ready for Attack By Tigrayan Forces, Respond to Growing Lawlessness, Arms Proliferation in Region May 17, 2022[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Security Council of Amhara Regional State said it has reviewed the peace and security situation in the region and called on the security structure and the people of the region to stand ready to defend against military attacks by Tigrayan forces, whom the Council said have "declared a second […]
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