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MoF dispenses 73% of budget allocation to public offices

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The Ministry of Finance (MoF) committed 73 percent of the 426 billion birr that it intended to distribute for...

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Digital modernization key to avoiding EU ban on Ethiopian flowers

Ethiopia’s horticulture sector, particularly its flower industry, faces a significant challenge as a potential European Union (EU) ban looms due to quality issues. The...

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Government intervention prevents debt-induced import shortage

In a move that averted a potentially catastrophic fuel crisis, the Ethiopian government has taken corrective action to address the country's mounting fuel-related debt....

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Plastic waste crisis: Addis generates over 80,000 tons annually

Addis Ababa is grappling with a severe plastic waste problem as more than 80,000 tons of plastic waste are generated each year, according to...

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Ethiopian Airlines unveils renovated, expanded Terminal 1 at Bole International Airport

The renovation and extension of Bole International Airport's historic passenger terminal (terminal 1) was officially opened by Ethiopian Airlines Group. The facility, which currently...

Local News

Mastercard, Kifiya launch program to expand success to credit for MSMEs

The Mastercard Foundation, in partnership with Kifiya Financial Technology (Kifiya), announces a scale-up program designed to unlock resources from banks, innovate new financial models and products, and transition the...

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Report highlights gender inequality in family laws across Africa

In a comprehensive report titled "Gender Inequality in Family Laws in Africa: An Overview of Key Trends in Select Countries," significant disparities and discriminatory practices within family laws across...

Local News

TotalEnergies launches startup entrepreneurship competition

TotalEnergies, a global leader in petroleum product distribution, has unveiled a new initiative aimed at supporting startup entrepreneurs in Ethiopia. The energy company has...

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Ashewa Technology Solutions expands business with strategic MoUs, enhancing market reach and payment solutions

With the intention of expanding its business, Ashewa Technology Solutions, a promising digital technology firm, signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with HayaSebat Marketing and...

Editorial

DEEP STATE VS POPULISM

Things are heating up between the core of the ‘deep state’ and voters/citizens. Situations have gotten so bad that elected high officials are forced to play second fiddle (when it comes...

Vacancy and Bid

Editorial

THE NEW COLONIALISM

Since we are suckers for new ideas, the latest and somewhat broader definition of colonialism has captivated our imagination for the day. This new...

Editorial

INEPTITUDE IS COSTLY

It is only when things start to go decidedly wrong, citizens begin to ask pertinent questions about their predicaments. In good times important issues...

Vacancy & Bid

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMET PROGRAMME (UNDP)

Request for Quotations For supply and delivery of Nursery Equipment and Field tools. No.PostCONTRACT TYPEPROCUREMENT REF. NO. Brief Job/Consultancy Description & Web-link for detailed advertSubmission...

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INVITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

26 May 2024 DESCRIPTION: Provision of Overland (cross-border) Freight Transport Services from Berbera, Somalia to Ethiopia CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION: Thursday, 06 June 2024, 12:00 hrs. REFERENCE: EOI-ETCO-LOG-2024-005 The...

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INVITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

26 May 2024 DESCRIPTION: Provision of Customs Clearance and Freight Forwarding Services CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF EOIs: Thursday, 06 June 2024, 12:00 hrs. REFERENCE: EOI-ETCO-LOG-2024-006 The United Nations World...

Vacancy & Bid

INVITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

26 May 2024 DESCRIPTION: Provision of Overland (cross-border) Freight Transport Services from Djibouti to Ethiopia CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION: Thursday, 06 June 2024, 12:00 hrs. REFERENCE: EOI-ETCO-LOG-2024-004 The United Nations...

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Addis Chamber’s strategies

In a recent development, the management contract of Addis Chamber at the Exhibition Center was terminated by the city administration, sparking concerns and questions...

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Combating NCDs in vulnerable populations

Emily Wroe, is Director of Programs at the NCDI Poverty Network, a dedicated organization striving to address the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among...

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Transformative Healthcare Initiatives

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Unlocking the advantages of Polymer Banknotes

Art & Culture

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“Yigermal’’ Sintayehu Belay and Balkew Alemu’s second duet is out

Sintayehu Belay and Balkew Alemu’s second collaboration named “Yigermal” is out now on Muzikawi YouTube channel and digital streaming platforms. This release promises a mesmerizing blend of modern rhythms...

Arts and Culture

Africa Celebrates 2024: Uniting continents through culture, business, and empowerment

Legendary Gold Limited from Nigeria and Mayalz Events Company from Ethiopia have joined forces once again to unveil Africa’s biggest Pan African event of Arts, Culture, Heritage, Tech &...

Arts and Culture

‘Ethiopia at the Crossroads’ at Peabody Essex Museum surveys 2,000 years of art

There’s only one country that can claim to be the birthplace of humanity. This country today is home to over 75 ethnicities, and is...

Arts and Culture

Temesgen Tumato to release captivating single ‘Des Alegn’

Ethiopian music scene is about to witness the release of a mesmerizing single as up-and-coming artist Temesgen Tumato prepares to unveil his latest creation,...

Sports

Ethiopia, Kenya dominate Madrid marathon

Tens of thousands of runners took part in the Madrid Marathon on Sunday (Apr. 28). Kenyan and Ethiopian athletes were the ones who shone in both the men’s and women’s...

Sports

South African boxer Dingaan Thobela, ‘The Rose of Soweto,’ dies aged 57

South Africans and boxing fans are remembering Dingaan Thobela, a boxing legend who passed away at 57. Thobela, known as "The Rose of Soweto" where he grew up, died in...

Sports

Paris 2024 Olympics: South Sudanese refugee suspended for doping

A third runner on the Refugee Olympic team has been suspended for a positive doping test, with the announcement coming two days before the...

Sports

African women are getting a chance to shine in soccer

Twenty-three-year-old Kevin Opia shares a passion for football with her twin brother Robert. "He's my biggest role model in this game. I look up to...

Enterprenuers

Entrepreneurs

Name: Maeruf Omer

2. Education: BSc in Electromechanical Engineering 3. Company Name: Marselam Trading PLC 4. Title: CEO 5. Founded in: 2014 EC 6. What it does: Produce Charcoal Briquettes from waste charcoal 7. Headquarters: Addis Ababa 8....

Entrepreneurs

Name: Ewuket Tsegaw

2. Education: Electrical and Computer Engineering 3. Company Name: Clenville 4. Title: CEO 5. Founded in: 2023 6. What it does: Collect and recycle plastic waste 7. Headquarters: Addis Ababa 8. Startup capital: 50,000 birr 9....

Entrepreneurs

Name: Biruk Tsehay

2. Education: Biotechnology degree 3. Company Name: Biruk Selamawit and Friends Compost Manufacturing 4. Title: Founder and Manager 5. Founded: 2021 6. What it does: Production of organic...

Entrepreneurs

Name: Solomon Amera

Education: Diploma Company Name: Solo Printing & Advertising Title: Owner Founded in: 2006 E.C What it does: Printing & Signage works Headquarters: Addis Ababa Startup capital: 50,000 birr Current capital: 2,500,000...

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Car Accident with Pedestrian: Deciphering Right of Way Protocols

Car accidents with pedestrians can be distressing for everyone involved. Knowing the right-of-way rules is crucial in these situations. It will prevent accidents. It will...

Opinion

What You Need To Know To Get Started With Cryptocurrencies?

Cryptocurrencies can be used as both money and a way to keep track of money because they use security technologies. A cryptocurrency wallet is...

Society

Financial storm should slide

Since from the reform Ethiopian government is introduced , changes on all macro-economic factors i.e , exchange rate , inflation , repeated devaluation of ...

Society

Youth Culture and Entertainment in Ethiopia

Among Sub-Saharan countries, Ethiopia has repeatedly made the list of the fastest-growing economies in recent years. The main driving force behind this growth is...

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The History of Social Modernization

When the term “Atlantic civilization” was coined in the 18th century, the underlying idea was meant to combine the values of the French and...

Business & Economy

The History of Social Modernization

When the term “Atlantic civilization” was coined in the 18th century, the underlying idea was meant to combine the values of the French and...

Doing Business

Becoming proactive

Some years ago, the organization I worked for, hosted a workshop in Ethiopia, for teams from several countries, including Ethiopia. The Ethiopia team, of...

Doing Business

Make it happen 2

Last week we saw that individual performance depends on the combination of individual attributes of the worker, work effort of the individual and the...

Africa News

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Millenium Connect Announces its Participation in GITEX Africa 2024

Millenium Connect, a visionary Moroccan tech startup, is proud to announce its participation in GITEX Africa 2024 (https://GITEXAfrica.com/), the largest Tech&Startup exhibition in Africa, which will be held from...

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Incomedia introduces WebSite X5 Pro in Africa: creating your website and online shop becomes fast and easy

Incomedia is proud to announce the launch of WebSite X5 Pro in Africa. WebSite X5 Pro is a simple yet professional tool that empowers non-expert users to create websites,...

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