Ethiopia Launches E-vehicles Transport Service
Ethiopian Herald The Ministry of Transport and Logistics yesterday launched free one-month electronic-based transportation services for Addis Ababa residents with 60 electric vehicles that are assisted with 40 charging stations. On the occasion, Transport Minister Dagmawit Moges said that the introduction of 60 electric vehicles is sought to provide comfortable, efficient, modern, and reliable transportation […]
Ethiopia and UN Sign Agreement for Rehabilitation of Country’s Northern Tigray Region
The Ethiopian Ministry of Finance (MoF) announced Tuesday it has signed a third-party implementation agreement with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) for the rehabilitation of infrastructure projects in the East African country’s northern Tigray region. The MoF said in a press statement that the agreement is part of the Ethiopian government’s national […]
China-Funded Luban Workshop to Modernize the Industrial Workforce in Ethiopia
In 2021, China launched the Luban Workshop at the Technical and Vocational Training Institute in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with the aim of providing high-end technical skills training to help college students meet the requirements of the emerging global market. The workshop was established by the Chinese Tianjin University of Technology and Education (TUTE), under the […]
Presidents of Russia, Iran, and Turkey to Meet in Tehran Next Week
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit Tehran next Tuesday where he will attend a trilateral meeting with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said during a press briefing on Tuesday. Putin will attend a trilateral meeting with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan […]
IMF Calls for Quick Creditor agreements on Chad, Ethiopia, and Zambia Debts
The International Monetary Fund on Thursday called on creditor committees for Chad, Ethiopia, and Zambia to quickly reach agreements with authorities to restructure the countries’ debts, saying this could unlock IMF financing programs and disbursements for them. IMF spokesman Gerry Rice told a news briefing that the Fund has made progress in its discussions with […]
Are Africa’s children our last hope to save us from demographic decline?
In 2010, I asked the following question in one of my blogs: “Can rapid population growth be good for economic development?” It quickly became the most read blog in World Bank history, as it was part of a broader controversy. At the time, most people still believed the world had an “overpopulation problem” and adhered to […]
Foreign Fighters In Ukraine Could Be A Time Bomb For Their Home Countries
Two killed in the Ukrainian Army’s International Legion may have been neo-Nazis. The Intercept By Seth Harp THE DEATH OF a French volunteer in Ukraine is the first clear evidence that there are at least some far-right extremists among the foreign fighters who have flocked there to fight Russian forces. Wilfried Bleriot, 32, was killed in […]
DR Congo officially becomes full member of the East African Community
By David Ochieng Mbewa The Democratic Republic of Congo is officially a full member of the East African Community (EAC) after depositing its instruments of ratification with the bloc’s secretariat on Monday. A delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister in charge of Foreign Affairs Christophe Lutundula presented the documents during a ceremony at the EAC headquarters […]
Africa to redouble efforts to deepen African Economic Integration
African Union The operationalization of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), one of the flagship projects of Agenda 2063, represents an opportunity in Africa’s journey towards the operationalization of an integrated market, that will eventually culminate in the formation of an African Economic Community, as espoused in the Treaty Establishing the African Economic Community […]
Just Like That, The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Quit From His Post
So he’s gone. What was being anticipated for a long time has just happened. Boris Johnson, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom who won in 2019 on the leverage of Brexit has announced his resignation from office as the PM of the UK and also the leader of the Conservative Party on Thursday. A series of […]
Can Ethiopia’s Economic ‘Miracle’ Get Back on Track After Devastating War?
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said this month that his government would negotiate with fighters in the northern region of Tigray to end a war that has unleashed not only human rights violations and killed thousands but also one of Derailed Africa’s most promising economies. Until the outbreak of civil war in November 2020, Ethiopia […]
Africa is the next big skills market – but youth need education and opportunities
he developing entrepreneurial movement among African youth is being increasingly recognised. Providing meaningful training and job opportunities for them can improve the quality of life of all the continent’s citizens, and counter poverty and illiteracy rates. According to the World Bank, there will be a 70% rise in Africa’s working population (ages 15 to 64) […]
Uganda Ministry Of Defense Distances Itself From Lt Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba Tweets
For those who would argue that Lt Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba comments in his personal capacity, that is of little help in clearing up the confusion. The fact is, Muhoozi is no ordinary army officer. Apart from being a son of the President, he is treated as an important figure in government, writes Timothy Kalyegira.h The spokesperson […]
Uganda Discovers 31 Million Tonnes of Gold Ore Worth 12 Trillion USD
In a bid to boost the country’s economy, the Ugandan government has licensed Wagagai gold mining company, a Chinese firm to start producing gold products in Busia district . Uganda on Wednesday announced that it had discovered 31 million metric tons of gold waiting to be mined in the country after several surveys were conducted. And […]
East Africa
AllAfrica News: East Africa
- Kenya: Opposition Leader Odinga Calls for Weekly Rallies Over Cost-of-Living Crisis March 20, 2023[RFI] Kenya's veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga called Monday for weekly protests, as clashes erupted between police and supporters demonstrating over the country's cost-of-living crisis.
- Uganda: Somalia and Uganda Leaders Discuss United Front Against Al-Shabaab March 20, 2023[Shabelle] Kampala -- The president of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held a meeting with his Ugandan counterpart Yoweri Museveni in Kampala on Monday morning.
- Uganda: Police Insist On Dispersing Rallies Despite Constitutional Court Decision March 20, 2023[Nile Post] Police have said they will continue dispersing illegal assemblies despite last week's Constitutional Court decision annuling some of the provisions of the Public Order Management Act (POMA), 2013.
- Ethiopia: Ethiopia Is One of Recent Examples of Resilience in Face of Multiple Shocks, Finance Minister Says March 20, 2023[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Finance Minister of Ethiopia, Ahmed Shide said that Ethiopia is one of Africa's recent examples of resilience in the face of multiple shocks.
- Uganda: Protect Freedoms and Rights in Anti-Gay Bill - Lawyers March 20, 2023[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The offences in the proposed Anti-Homosexuality Bill, 2023 are vague and go against the principal of legality under the Constitution of Uganda, according to Dr. Adrian Juuko, the Executive Director of Human Rights Awareness and Promotion Forum.
West Africa
AllAfrica News: West Africa
- Nigeria: Gunmen Kill Rivers All Progressives Congress' Polls Campaign Boss March 20, 2023[Premium Times] INEC official shot during the election in the state is receiving treatment, the police say.
- Guinea Bissau/Nigeria: Afcon 2023 Qualifiers - Iwobi, Five Other Players, Arrive Ahead of Guinea Bissau Ties March 20, 2023[Premium Times] The majority of the remaining 17 invited players, including captain Ahmed Musa, are expected in Abuja on Monday.
- Nigeria: Polls - Folarin Congratulates Makinde, Lauds Oyo Voters March 20, 2023[Premium Times] The APC governorship candidate, however, appealed to party members and support groups to remain calm, as the results of the election were being studied.
- Nigeria: Electoral Commission HQ Suspends Collation of Governorship Results in Enugu, Abia March 20, 2023[Premium Times] In its Monday statement, INEC said an immediate review of the results from the affected areas in Abia and Enugu is being undertaken.
- Nigeria: All Progressive Congress' Singer's Kano Home Set Alight March 20, 2023[Premium Times] The singer, was reportedly away when the incident happened.
South Africa
AllAfrica News: South Africa
- Kenya Airways Closes Kisumu, Johannesburg Booking Offices on Protests March 21, 2023[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya Airways (KQ) yesterday closed its booking offices in Kisumu and Johannesburg due to anticipated demonstrations.
- Northern Cape's De Aar Residents Express Pessimism Ahead of Human Rights Day - South African News Briefs - March 21, 2023 March 21, 2023[allAfrica]
- South Africans Endorse Taxation, Say It Is Fair to Tax the Rich At Higher Rates to Support the Poor March 21, 2023[Afrobarometer] South Africans endorse taxation, say it is fair to tax the rich at higher rates to support the poor
- South Africa's #nationalshutdown - Beware Misleading Visuals Circulating On Social Media March 21, 2023[Africa Check] The Economic Freedom Fighters party was on Monday 20 March protesting a slew of grievances. But not all was what it seemed to be.
- South Africa Works for Well-Known Agenda By Supporting Armed Separatist Group - Morocco's Delegation March 21, 2023[MAP] Geneva -- The Moroccan delegation deplored, on Monday at the United Nations Palace in Geneva, the attitude of the South African delegation, which is working for a well-known agenda in the region, by supporting the vain destabilizing aims of an armed separatist group.
North Africa
AllAfrica News: North Africa
- Africa: UNAF U20 Women - Exciting Victories for Algeria and Morocco March 20, 2023[CAF] Algeria U20 Women snatched a thrilling victory over Egypt 2-1 on Thursday at Al-Kram Stadium in Tunis, for the second round of the Unions of North African Federations U20 women's tournament.
- Libya: UN Security Council Reaffirms Strong Support for the Libyan People March 20, 2023[UN News] The UN Security Council on Thursday adopted a presidential statement calling on the international community to support ongoing efforts to forge a lasting peace in Libya.
- Africa: CR Belouizdad Beat Zamalek to Make Quarters, Close Out Group D March 20, 2023[CAF] Two late second half goals saw hosts CR Belouizdad beat Egyptian giants Zamalek SC 2-0 to advance to the quarter finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League and close out Group D.
- Africa: USM Alger Inch Close to TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup Quarters March 20, 2023[CAF] Algerian side USM Alger have closed in on a ticket into the quarter finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup after playing to a 1-1 draw with Congolese side St Eloi Lupopo on Sunday.
- Africa: Marumo Gallants Into TotalEnergies CAF CC Quarters Despite Al Akhdar Drubbing March 20, 2023[CAF] South African debutants Marumo Gallants have progressed to the quarter finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup despite suffering a 4-1 thrashing at the hands of Libya's Al Akhdar.
Centeral Africa
AllAfrica News: Central Africa
- Africa: Republic of the Congo Cannot Afford to Lose Its Sharks March 20, 2023[ISS] Could artisanal fishers help prevent illegal fishing and the destruction of the valuable shark population?
- Rwanda: Amavubi Coach Rues Goal Drought March 20, 2023[New Times] Rwanda national team coach Carlos Alos Ferrer has lamented his side's inability to score goals.
- Central African Republic: China's President Xi Jinping Wants Mine Workers' Killers 'Severely' Punished March 20, 2023[RFI] Nine Chinese mine workers were killed in an attack in the Central African Republic, sparking a rare call on Monday from China's President Xi Jinping for the perpetrators to be "severely" punished.
- Congo-Kinshasa: DRC Invests Over U.S.$463 Million Worth Projects in Tanzania March 20, 2023[Daily News] WHILE the National Agency for the Promotion of Investments (ANAPI) in DRC has invited Tanzanians to invest in minerals, transport, tourism and health sectors, the country has already invested in 19 projects worth 463.34 million US dollars in Tanzania.
- Angola: Lunda Sul Gets 60,000 Hectares for PlanagrÃo March 20, 2023[ANGOP] Saurimo -- At least 60,000 hectares of land have been identified, in the eastern Lunda Sul Province, for the start of the National Plan for Promotion of Grain Production (PLANAGRÃO), in 2024.
Ethiopia
AllAfrica News: Ethiopia
- Ethiopia Is One of Recent Examples of Resilience in Face of Multiple Shocks, Finance Minister Says March 20, 2023[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Finance Minister of Ethiopia, Ahmed Shide said that Ethiopia is one of Africa's recent examples of resilience in the face of multiple shocks.
- Wars in Cities - Three Rules for Protecting the Built Environment During Conflict March 19, 2023[The Conversation Africa] During the course of wars, the infrastructure of cities faces destruction. Fighting, regardless of its intentions, destroys roads, bridges, commercial and residential buildings, as well as the architecture they embody.
- In Ethiopia's Tigray War, Rape Is Used As a Weapon March 18, 2023[DW] Sexual attacks on women and girls have continued since last year's peace deal between Ethiopia's government and Tigray leadership, witnesses told DW.
- As Drought Catastrophe Looms, Many Succumbing to Death in Somali Region March 17, 2023[Addis Standard] Moyale -- Internally Displaced Peoples (IDPs) from various woredas of Dawa zone, one of the severely hit zones by drought in the Somali region, who are sheltering in two IDP camps in Moyale woreda, told Addis Standard that more than eighteen people have died due to the drought in recent days. Disturbing stories […]
- Secretary Blinken's Meeting With Ethiopian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mekonnen March 16, 2023[State Department] The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price:
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