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May 6, 2024, 1:53 pm
More Than a Dozen Diplomatic Missions in Ethiopia Call for Release of Journalists 'Unjustly Detained'
- [Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- On World Press Freedom Day being observed today, a group of Western diplomatic missions including EU member states and the US that are based in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia called for advocacy for the release of Ethiopian journalists "unjustly detained for doing their jobs."
Disinformation, Fake News - the Need for Media Regulation
- [Ethiopian Herald] Following the rise of social media, misinformation and disinformation are turning out to be a threat to the entire world and a source of unrest, chaos, and conflict. In many instances, the world has over the years seen cooked-up stories pushing the world into uncharted territory.
Ethiopians Support Free Media Holding Govt Accountable
- [Afrobarometer] Only about half of citizens say the country's media is "somewhat" or "completely" free.
Over Half of Ethiopia's Fertilizer Order for Current Year Arrives At Djibouti Port
- [Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Ethiopian Agricultural Businesses Corporation (EABC) has reported the arrival of just over half the soil fertilizer ordered for the ongoing "Bega" dry season and the upcoming "Mehir" main harvesting season at the Port of Djibouti.
Transforming Addis Into a More Livable & Vibrant City
- [ENA] In addition to serving as Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa is significant to African politics and diplomacy. Along with the embassies of many nations throughout the world, the city is home to the headquarters of important international organizations like the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).
Members of Second Generation Ethiopian Diaspora Arriving in Addis Ababa
- [ENA] Addis Ababa, -- Members of the second generation Ethiopian Diaspora are arriving in Addis Ababa as part of the invitation extended by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
Ethiopia 'Dismayed' By EU's Restriction of Visa Provisions to Ethiopians
- [Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Ethiopian government said it was "dismayed by the decision of the Council of the European Union to temporarily suspend certain elements of the EU law that regulates issuing of visas to Ethiopian nationals."
Cetu Sends Greetings for Labor Day
- [Ethiopian Herald] Promises to ensure professional security, benefits
Ati Debuting, Expanding Digital Agricultural Initiatives
- [Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA- Expanding multiple digital initiatives including e-voucher is a means to transform the agricultural sector, Agricultural Transformation Institute (ATI) announced.
Catholic Church Pledges Support to Clean Ethiopia Movement
- [Ethiopian Herald] - Actively partakes in dev't activities
Everyone's Effort Count in Making National Dialogue a Success
- [Ethiopian Herald] Today, May 1st, the global community is marking the International Workers' Day, also known as May Day, under the theme: "Ensuring safety and health at work in a changing climate."
Promising Initiatives to Achieve Stability in Ethiopia
- [Ethiopian Herald] Conflict is unavoidable yet inevitable, what matters then is the way it is resolved. Conflicts and violence have been unfolding in some regions of Ethiopia. And, these problems have brought big human causality and property damage. Resolving these incidents requires wise conflict resolutions and smart interventions. In this regard, the Ethiopian government has initiated a multitude of measures to halt conflicts in different parts of the country and enforce the rule of law.
EU Restricts Visa Provisions for Ethiopian Nationals
- [VOA] The European Union is tightening visa rules for people from Ethiopia in response to what it says is a lack of cooperation from the Ethiopian government with the repatriation of those who have entered Europe illegally.
FM Taye Bids Farewell to Chinese Ambassador
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Foreign Minister of Ethiopia, Ambassador Taye Atske Selassie , bade farewell to the Ambassador of the Republic of China, Zhao Zhiyuan, who completed his tour of duty in Ethiopia.
Foreign Minister Taye Reaffirms Ethiopia's Commitment to Continue Promoting Peace in Region
- [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Minister of Foreign Affairs Taye Atske-Selassie reaffirmed the firm commitment of Ethiopia to continue to promote peace and stability in the region.
Ethiopia Seeks 11 Billion Birr for Emergency Humanitarian Mission Through June 2024
- [Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Ethiopian Disaster Risk Management Commission (EDRMC) has declared that an estimated amount of 11 billion birr will be necessary to furnish humanitarian aid until June 2024.
EU Halts Issuance of Visas To Ethiopians
- [Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Council of the European Union decided today "to temporarily suspend certain elements of the EU law that regulates the issuing of visas to Ethiopian nationals."
Union Body Appeals for Peace, Economic Relief
- [Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Confederation of Ethiopian Trade Unions (CETU) has called upon the government to address persisting conflicts through peaceful negotiations and offer economic assistance to workers facing the challenges of escalating living expenses.
Supporting Ethiopia in the Battle Against Malaria - a Vital Mission of the U.S. Govt
- [Reporter] As we recognize World Malaria Day on April 25, we reflect on the relentless battle against malaria, a life-threatening disease transmitted by female malaria-carrying mosquitoes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2022, there were 5.1 million people affected by malaria in Ethiopia, and about 75 million people were at risk of contracting the disease. In addition to its public health impact, malaria imposes a large financial burden on households. Malaria is estimated to cost Ethiopia about
Over 4 Million Children Out of School in Amhara Region - UN
- [Reporter] Armed conflict, drought, and other compounding factors are keeping more than 4.1 million children out of school in the Amhara region, according to a United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) situation report released on April 26, 2024.
Helping Hand for Children With Cancer
- [Ethiopian Herald] Tsige Wegu has been passing through a lot of challenges due to cancer complications of her son. Eversince she knew about her beloved son's health situation, Tsige has left no stones unturned to find ways that could help to improve her son's health .
Women's Engagement Crux of Matter for Nat'l Dialogue Success
- [Ethiopian Herald] Women need to participate in the National Dialogue not only because it is their right, but they could also play an invaluable role in realizing its vision of bringing national consensus, President Sahlework Zewde said.
TMA 'S Resilient, Transformative Business in East Africa
- [Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia offers immense investment opportunities
Ministry to Enhance Efforts in Addressing Data, Statistics Discrepancy
- [Ethiopian Herald] - Collective action is required to address various challenges emanated from data and statistics improper usage, said Ministry of Planning and Development (MoPD)
Scholar Underlines Need for Inclusive Rehabilitation for Autistics
- [Ethiopian Herald] -Inclusive learning and rehabilitation centers need to be established for autistics to make them productive, give parents relief from the burden of taking care autistic child, scholar said.
Public Raises Over 1.1 Bln Birr for Abbay Dam in Nine - Month
- [Ethiopian Herald] - The public has contributed some 1.1 billion Birr for the construction of the Abbay Dam during the past nine months of the current fiscal year, the coordinating office disclosed.
Ethiopia's Just Cause in Having Access to the Sea
- [Ethiopian Herald] For all creatures living on earth, water is a great boon of nature. It is very difficult to find anything that is not related to water. Even if we only associate the benefits of this natural gift with the existence of human beings; we (human beings) can get a lot of basic benefits. To put it simply, water gives us food, hygiene, transportation and many other benefits. In order to know these benefits, it is not necessary to do much research or digging, just being human is enough.
Standard-Bearer of Commonpeace,Security,Development
- [Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia knows full well that peace is the salient prerequisite for the continent especially for the volatile and conflicts-rocked East African Region. That is why its foreign policy is tailored in a fashion that forges amicable relationships with neighboring countries and beyond setting in mind common growth.
Ministry Posts Over 287 Mln USD Minerals Export
- [Ethiopian Herald] The Ministry of Mines revealed that 287. 28 million USD was secured from minerals export during the last nine months of the current fiscal year.
