Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Demeke Mekonnen said 85 percent of all humanitarian aid corridors in Tigray Region are now open. Demeke revealed the above during his meeting with Britain’s Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab this afternoon in Addis Ababa. Speaking to journalists after the discussion, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Dina Mufti said the deputy prime minister […]
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Demeke Mekonnen and Britain’s Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab are holding discussion here in Addis Ababa. The areas of discussion are the humanitarian situation in Tigray Region, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, climate change, and education, it was learned. The two officials are also expected to discuss about ways of […]
Ethio Telecom announces preparations to fully restore telecom services in all parts of Tigray. Presenting its 2020/21 first half performance report yesterday, Ethio-telecom Chief Executive Officer Frehiwot Tamru told Journalists that the company has been widely working on restoring telecom services that have been stalled due to devastation of infrastructure by the TPLF Junta. Now, […]
Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Ethiopia to the United Nations, Taye Atskeselassie discussed with UNICEF Director General Heneritta Flore on humanitarian activities in Tigray. The two explores ways to establish Humanitarian Emergency Coordination Center in Tigray so as to address needs of food and medicinal supply supplies. Ambassador Taye said that he had a fruitful […]
President Sahle-Work Zewde bade farewell to the outgoing Ambassador of the United States to Ethiopia Michael Raynor. The President gave the Ambassador a congratulatory letter for the newly inaugurated American President Joseph R. Biden. The President also yesterday congratulated Kamala Harris, the first female Vice President of the US. “I have no doubt she will […]
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Demeke Mekonnen, held a telephone conversation today with US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Tibor Nagy. Demeke spoke at length about the successful rule of law operation in Tigray, the ongoing humanitarian efforts, including the rehabilitation of the infrastructure destroyed by the TPLF […]
Media Release Ministry of Peace, 19 January 2021 Humanitarian response in Tigray Region is underway Since the law enforcement operation in the Northern part of Ethiopia completed, humanitarian assistance containing food & non-food items and medical supplies have been delivered for more than 1.8 million beneficiaries. Expanded to address 2.5 million beneficiaries across the region. […]
The National Electoral Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has announced the cancellation of license of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF). In a statement issued today, the board accused TPLF of engaging in armed riot. Officials of the Front are also prohibited from operating on behalf of the party. The board also requested the Federal Attorney […]
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has today extended best wished to Ethiopian Christians up on the celebration of Timket festival, baptism of Jesus Christ in River Jordan. “We remember two things while celebrating Timket or the baptism of Jesus Christ; humility and transformation.” the Premier said. “The presence of God who has the supreme amidst the […]
Minister of Innovation and Technology Dr Abraham Belay received Ousmane Dione, World Bank Country Director for Ethiopia, at his office today. During the discussion, Dr Abraham appreciated World Bank’s interest to support digital space and other projects of the Ministry of Innovation and Technology. Ousmane Dione for his part said the World Bank will continue […]