#Ethiopia: Students in #Tigray defy all odds with outstanding performance in 12th-grade exit exam
Meet Liwam Kiros, a 21-year-old student from Kallamino Special High School who has achieved an impressive score of 562 in the 12th-grade exit exam. Liwam's accomplishment is even more remarkable considering the additional challenges she faces as a female and disabled individual. As a former fighter from Tigray, Liwam suffered a left foot injury after serving on various fronts for a year.
Despite the tragic losses experienced during the war, Liwam is one of over 9,000 grade 12 students who recently took the school leaving exams in the Tigray region.
To learn more about the inspiring journeys of students like Liwam, who surpassed expectations and overcame challenges, please follow the link:
https://addisstandard.com/defiance-and-resilience-what-explains-the-unexpected-results-for-12th-grade-exams-in-post-war-tigray-region/
Meet Liwam Kiros, a 21-year-old student from Kallamino Special High School who has achieved an impressive score of 562 in the 12th-grade exit exam. Liwam's accomplishment is even more remarkable considering the additional challenges she faces as a female and disabled individual. As a former fighter from Tigray, Liwam suffered a left foot injury after serving on various fronts for a year.
Despite the tragic losses experienced during the war, Liwam is one of over 9,000 grade 12 students who recently took the school leaving exams in the Tigray region.
To learn more about the inspiring journeys of students like Liwam, who surpassed expectations and overcame challenges, please follow the link:
https://addisstandard.com/defiance-and-resilience-what-explains-the-unexpected-results-for-12th-grade-exams-in-post-war-tigray-region/
#Ethiopia- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and his delegation arrive in #Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to participate in the first #Saudi-#Africa Summit.
This Saudi-Africa summit is organized by the kingdom aimed at cooperating with African countries on matters such as regional security threats, increasing political and economic cooperation l, working on energy solutions, and boosting investment cooperations, among others.
The summit was scheduled to be held in Riyadh on Saturday, but was postponed due to the ongoing #Israel-#Hamas war in the Gaza Strip, prompting an emergency Arab and Islamic summits to take place in Riyadh on the day.
Photos: PMO
This Saudi-Africa summit is organized by the kingdom aimed at cooperating with African countries on matters such as regional security threats, increasing political and economic cooperation l, working on energy solutions, and boosting investment cooperations, among others.
The summit was scheduled to be held in Riyadh on Saturday, but was postponed due to the ongoing #Israel-#Hamas war in the Gaza Strip, prompting an emergency Arab and Islamic summits to take place in Riyadh on the day.
Photos: PMO
#Saudi_Arabia to sign more than $500M in deals with #African countries
The Saudi Fund for Development plans to sign agreements worth some 2 billion riyals ($533 million) with African countries, according to the Saudi finance minister.
Speaking at the Saudi-Arab-African Economic Conference in Riyadh on Thursday, Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan said that Riyadh was working with partners to support Ghana and other African countries toward easing their debt.
Ghana, in the throes of an economic crisis, is the African state most indebted to the International Monetary Fund. The Ghanaian government is currently in talks with external creditors for debt relief to the tune of $10.5 billion.
Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih later said at the Riyadh event that the kingdom’s sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund, will make some “game changing” investments in Africa. The fund is worth more than $700 billion, according to the latest estimates.
Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, the Saudi energy minister, signed agreements with #Chad, #Ethiopia, #Nigeria, #Rwanda and #Senegal at the conference.
The memorandum of understanding signed with Rwanda is to increase economic and environmental efficiency involving oil and gas and the focus on innovation and sustainability.
https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2023/11/saudi-arabia-sign-more-500m-deals-african-countries
The Saudi Fund for Development plans to sign agreements worth some 2 billion riyals ($533 million) with African countries, according to the Saudi finance minister.
Speaking at the Saudi-Arab-African Economic Conference in Riyadh on Thursday, Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan said that Riyadh was working with partners to support Ghana and other African countries toward easing their debt.
Ghana, in the throes of an economic crisis, is the African state most indebted to the International Monetary Fund. The Ghanaian government is currently in talks with external creditors for debt relief to the tune of $10.5 billion.
Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih later said at the Riyadh event that the kingdom’s sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund, will make some “game changing” investments in Africa. The fund is worth more than $700 billion, according to the latest estimates.
Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, the Saudi energy minister, signed agreements with #Chad, #Ethiopia, #Nigeria, #Rwanda and #Senegal at the conference.
The memorandum of understanding signed with Rwanda is to increase economic and environmental efficiency involving oil and gas and the focus on innovation and sustainability.
https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2023/11/saudi-arabia-sign-more-500m-deals-african-countries
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Saudi Arabia to sign more than $500M in deals with African countries
Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih said the kingdom’s sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund, will make some “game changing” investments in Africa.
#Ethiopia: #Fincha Sugar Factory faces prolonged delay in resuming operations, impacting employees and economy
The Fincha Sugar Factory, a prominent and historically significant sugar factory in Western #Oromia, has yet to resume operations after closing down five months ago. The factory's closure for maintenance purposes has led to severe consequences for both employees and the economy.
Damage to vital equipment and a scarcity of foreign currency have hindered the factory's ability to produce sugar. Additionally, the factory has suffered from significant damage to vehicles and agriculture machinery, resulting in a considerable financial loss. Previous suspensions of production were also caused by conflicts in the region.
While plans are in place to restart operations soon, challenges and security concerns persist, impacting employees and their livelihoods.
https://addisstandard.com/news-fincha-sugar-factory-faces-prolonged-delay-in-resuming-operations-impacting-employees-and-economy/
The Fincha Sugar Factory, a prominent and historically significant sugar factory in Western #Oromia, has yet to resume operations after closing down five months ago. The factory's closure for maintenance purposes has led to severe consequences for both employees and the economy.
Damage to vital equipment and a scarcity of foreign currency have hindered the factory's ability to produce sugar. Additionally, the factory has suffered from significant damage to vehicles and agriculture machinery, resulting in a considerable financial loss. Previous suspensions of production were also caused by conflicts in the region.
While plans are in place to restart operations soon, challenges and security concerns persist, impacting employees and their livelihoods.
https://addisstandard.com/news-fincha-sugar-factory-faces-prolonged-delay-in-resuming-operations-impacting-employees-and-economy/
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#In_pictures - Military Attachés comprised of diplomatic missions in #Addis_Abeba, #Ethiopia, went on sight-seeing tour today through the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (#GERD).
During the visit the Military Attachés were briefed by the Manager of GERD Kifle Horo (Eng.) on the progress of the construction of Africa's largest hydro dam, "which is more than 97% completed" and has the potential to accelerate and play a positive role in regional and continental economic integration, according to the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (#ENDF).
In September this year, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced "the successful completion of the fourth and final filling of the Renaissance Dam.”
During the visit the Military Attachés were briefed by the Manager of GERD Kifle Horo (Eng.) on the progress of the construction of Africa's largest hydro dam, "which is more than 97% completed" and has the potential to accelerate and play a positive role in regional and continental economic integration, according to the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (#ENDF).
In September this year, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced "the successful completion of the fourth and final filling of the Renaissance Dam.”
News: #UK, #Ethiopia launch peace program to mitigate instability along Ethiopia-Kenya-Somalia borders
The British Embassy in #Addis_Abeba, along with Ethiopian and Somali officials, has introduced a peace and security initiative called 'Deris Wanaag.' The program aims to strengthen resilience against extremism in border regions of Ethiopia, #Kenya, and #Somalia.
The UK will contribute £10 million over the next three years to support this effort, focusing on policy, resilience-building, and addressing community needs.
Cross-border cooperation and alignment of development and peace building activities across the three countries will be emphasized.
https://addisstandard.com/news-uk-ethiopia-launch-peace-program-to-mitigate-instability-along-ethiopia-kenya-somalia-borders/
The British Embassy in #Addis_Abeba, along with Ethiopian and Somali officials, has introduced a peace and security initiative called 'Deris Wanaag.' The program aims to strengthen resilience against extremism in border regions of Ethiopia, #Kenya, and #Somalia.
The UK will contribute £10 million over the next three years to support this effort, focusing on policy, resilience-building, and addressing community needs.
Cross-border cooperation and alignment of development and peace building activities across the three countries will be emphasized.
https://addisstandard.com/news-uk-ethiopia-launch-peace-program-to-mitigate-instability-along-ethiopia-kenya-somalia-borders/
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News: #EU provides €1 million in humanitarian aid to fight Cholera outbreak in #Ethiopia
The EU has pledged €1 million in humanitarian funding to help Ethiopia combat a severe #cholera_outbreak. The outbreak has affected over 26,000 people and caused over 370 deaths. The funding will be used to improve healthcare services, prevention efforts, and access to safe water and sanitation.
The cholera crisis adds to existing challenges caused by conflicts, climate shocks, and the El Niño pattern.
Ethiopia is facing a significant funding gap for its humanitarian appeal, making it difficult to respond to the outbreak and other health emergencies.
https://addisstandard.com/news-eu-provides-e1-million-in-humanitarian-aid-to-fight-cholera-outbreak-in-ethiopia/
The EU has pledged €1 million in humanitarian funding to help Ethiopia combat a severe #cholera_outbreak. The outbreak has affected over 26,000 people and caused over 370 deaths. The funding will be used to improve healthcare services, prevention efforts, and access to safe water and sanitation.
The cholera crisis adds to existing challenges caused by conflicts, climate shocks, and the El Niño pattern.
Ethiopia is facing a significant funding gap for its humanitarian appeal, making it difficult to respond to the outbreak and other health emergencies.
https://addisstandard.com/news-eu-provides-e1-million-in-humanitarian-aid-to-fight-cholera-outbreak-in-ethiopia/
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#Ethiopia: Businesses in Ethiopian traditional clothing market say #Chinese competition is unfair
Businesses in the Ethiopian traditional clothing market say cheaper garments made by Chinese manufacturers is driving them out of work. https://www.voanews.com/a/businesses-in-ethiopian-traditional-clothing-market-say-chinese-competition-is-unfair/7348137.html
Businesses in the Ethiopian traditional clothing market say cheaper garments made by Chinese manufacturers is driving them out of work. https://www.voanews.com/a/businesses-in-ethiopian-traditional-clothing-market-say-chinese-competition-is-unfair/7348137.html
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held a meeting with Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, during which they had discussions related to both bilateral and regional issues, with a focus on #Ethiopia's development and economic reforms.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed tweeted that they have come to an agreement to establish a high-level joint ministerial committee, aiming to receive #Saudi support for Ethiopia's macroeconomic reforms through debt restructuring, energy collaboration, development finance, and investments.
The Prime Minister is currently attending the #Saudi_Africa_Summit, organized by the Kingdom to enhance cooperation with #African nations on various fronts such as regional security concerns, strengthening political and economic ties, working towards energy solutions, and fostering investment collaborations, among other areas.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed tweeted that they have come to an agreement to establish a high-level joint ministerial committee, aiming to receive #Saudi support for Ethiopia's macroeconomic reforms through debt restructuring, energy collaboration, development finance, and investments.
The Prime Minister is currently attending the #Saudi_Africa_Summit, organized by the Kingdom to enhance cooperation with #African nations on various fronts such as regional security concerns, strengthening political and economic ties, working towards energy solutions, and fostering investment collaborations, among other areas.
#Ethiopia shifts to third place as #Africa's top refugee hosting country
Ethiopia has recently become the third largest refugee hosting country in Africa, a significant change after holding the top spot for several years. According to the latest report from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (#UNHCR), there are currently 953,664 refugees and asylum seekers in Ethiopia. The majority of these individuals originate from #South_Sudan, #Somalia, and #Eritrea. #Uganda and #Sudan hold the first and second positions.
The influx of refugees into Ethiopia has risen dramatically due to the civil war that broke out six months ago between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
https://data.unhcr.org/en/documents/details/104653
Ethiopia has recently become the third largest refugee hosting country in Africa, a significant change after holding the top spot for several years. According to the latest report from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (#UNHCR), there are currently 953,664 refugees and asylum seekers in Ethiopia. The majority of these individuals originate from #South_Sudan, #Somalia, and #Eritrea. #Uganda and #Sudan hold the first and second positions.
The influx of refugees into Ethiopia has risen dramatically due to the civil war that broke out six months ago between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
https://data.unhcr.org/en/documents/details/104653
#Ethiopia: Diaspora Dilemma: Shadows of disinformation among Ethiopian diaspora
With a #diaspora_community numbering in the millions, Ethiopians abroad actively discuss their home country's challenges, including civil unrest, ethnic tensions, and conflicts. The diaspora's opinions and emotions often reflect the situation in #Ethiopia, where political instability and violence have led to a rise in migration.
However, there is concern over misinformation and disinformation circulating within the diaspora community, with online platforms increasingly being used to spread hateful messages and false narratives. Some diaspora-run social media accounts spread hate speech and false information, creating divisions among Ethiopians.
This trend is concerning to experts, who point out that such misinformation can have severe consequences. Dr. Mulatu Alemayehu, an associate professor of journalism who studied hate speech and online debates some eight years ago, highlights the rise of dangerous speech and disinformation from the diaspora community, causing concern about the consequences it may have.
https://addisstandard.com/diaspora-dilemma-shadows-of-disinformation-among-ethiopian-diaspora/
With a #diaspora_community numbering in the millions, Ethiopians abroad actively discuss their home country's challenges, including civil unrest, ethnic tensions, and conflicts. The diaspora's opinions and emotions often reflect the situation in #Ethiopia, where political instability and violence have led to a rise in migration.
However, there is concern over misinformation and disinformation circulating within the diaspora community, with online platforms increasingly being used to spread hateful messages and false narratives. Some diaspora-run social media accounts spread hate speech and false information, creating divisions among Ethiopians.
This trend is concerning to experts, who point out that such misinformation can have severe consequences. Dr. Mulatu Alemayehu, an associate professor of journalism who studied hate speech and online debates some eight years ago, highlights the rise of dangerous speech and disinformation from the diaspora community, causing concern about the consequences it may have.
https://addisstandard.com/diaspora-dilemma-shadows-of-disinformation-among-ethiopian-diaspora/
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