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PRESS RELEASE ON THE TRIPARTITE MEETING ON THE GERD PRESS RELEASE ON THE TRIPARTITE MEETING OF MINISTERS OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND MINISTERS OF WATER AFFAIRS ON THE GERD Addis Ababa (03 January 2021)

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The virtual meeting of Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Ministers of Water Affairs of Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan is held on 03 January 2021. The meeting is convened by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa and Chairperson of the AU Executive Council. The Ministers exchanged views on the […]

The law enforcement operation in Tigray and the media: Lessons learnt (January 1, 2021)

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BY DEMEKE MEKONNEN (FDRE DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER AND MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS) It has been two months since the TPLF clique has launched its onslaught on the Ethiopian Defence Forces stationed in Mekelle. What they call ‘a pre-emptive lightning’ attack has unveiled the true nature of the group both to the international community and the […]

Diaspora Trust Fund Commits Half Million USD Medical Relief Fund (December 31, 2020)

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The Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund (EDTF) has committed half a million USD medical relief fund to mitigate the current critical shortage of life-saving medications and medical supplies in Ethiopia. The trust fund has also launched a fundraising campaign to generate a similar amount from donors, a press release of EDTF added. The entire amount, which […]

Ministry to launch campaign to Promote Ethiopia in themes trending under Rising Ethiopia (December 30, 2020)

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia launches a two-month-long social media campaign today (December 30), trending under the phrase Rising Ethiopia and targeting all Ethiopians and those of Ethiopian origin. The campaign aims to promote the good qualities of Ethiopia and assuage the effects of the misguided media narrative that dominated the air for […]

PM Abiy Calls for Unyielding Adherence to COVID 19 Precautionary Measures (December 29, 2020)

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Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed called for unyielding adherence to COVID 19 precautionary measures. The Premier said COVID 19 cases continue to surge in the country as intensive care units are operating at maximum capacity. It is imperative that people do not lose sight of precautionary measures to contain spread of the virus, the Premier […]

Ethiopia Vows To Strengthen Efforts to Peacefully Resolve Border Issue with Sudan (December 29, 2020)

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The Ethiopian Government has vowed to strengthen its ongoing efforts to peacefully resolve the border issue with Sudan. Despite ease of tension along the border now, the government will reinforce its efforts to peacefully resolve the problem, said Ambassador Dina Mufti, Spokesperson of MFA. In his bi-weekly press briefing today, Ambassador Dina said that Ethiopia […]

PM Says 10 Year National Perspective Plan Prioritizes Peace, Rule of Law (December 28, 2020)

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Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has today stated that country’s 10 year perspective plan is unique in recognizing the fact that development makes enduring peace possible. The 10 year perspective plan puts peace and the rule of law as critical objectives within the national development endeavors, the premier noted. Prime Minister Abiy underscored that various measures […]

Tigray Interim Administration Holds Discussion with Residents Of Mekelle (December 25, 2020)

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Heads of the interim administration of Tigray regional state have held discussion with residents of Mekelle city. The meeting was chaired by Dr Mulu Nega, CEO of the interim administration, Dr Abrham Belay, senior leadership of Tigray Prosperity Party, Maj.Gen Belay Seyoum, Chief Commander of the North Command and Ataklti Haileselassie, mayor of the interim […]

Electoral Board Sets June 5 for Upcoming General Elections (December 25, 2020)

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The National Electoral Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has announced a tentative date for the 6th general elections. During a consultative forum held with political parties today, the electoral board proposed the elections to be conducted on June 5, 2021. The board also announced plans to declare final results of the elections from 6-28 June, 2021. […]

Ethiopia, World Bank Sign $100m Financing Agreement (December 25, 2020)

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Ethiopia and the World Bank have signed a loan agreement of $100 million for the women entrepreneurship development project (WEDP). The project aims to increase the earnings and employment of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) owned or partly owned by female entrepreneurs. The project will also provide business trainings to female micro and small business-owners […]