PM Abiy’s Chief of Staff appointed Commissioner of #Ethiopia’s newly approved Nuclear Energy Commission
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has appointed his Chief of Staff, Sandokan Debbebe, as the new Commissioner of the Ethiopian Nuclear Energy Commission.
According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, the appointment takes effect as of today, 14 October.
It comes shortly after the Council of Ministers, in its 49th regular session held earlier today, approved a new regulation establishing the Ethiopia Nuclear Power Commission.
The newly established Commission is tasked with guiding and coordinating Ethiopia’s peaceful use of nuclear technology in accordance with international standards. According to the Council, its mandate includes overseeing the application of nuclear science in key sectors such as electric power generation, industrial development, food security, healthcare, and scientific research and innovation.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has appointed his Chief of Staff, Sandokan Debbebe, as the new Commissioner of the Ethiopian Nuclear Energy Commission.
According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, the appointment takes effect as of today, 14 October.
It comes shortly after the Council of Ministers, in its 49th regular session held earlier today, approved a new regulation establishing the Ethiopia Nuclear Power Commission.
The newly established Commission is tasked with guiding and coordinating Ethiopia’s peaceful use of nuclear technology in accordance with international standards. According to the Council, its mandate includes overseeing the application of nuclear science in key sectors such as electric power generation, industrial development, food security, healthcare, and scientific research and innovation.
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#Tigray forces’ protest over pay and benefits enters second day despite President Tadesse Werede’s address
Mekelle – A protest by members of the Tigray forces demanding improved salaries and benefits has continued for a second day across parts of the region, despite an appeal by Tadesse Werede, President of the Tigray Interim Administration, who addressed the demonstrators late Monday.
On Monday, soldiers blocked several roads in #Mekelle, including the main route connecting the city center to Alula Aba Nega Airport, calling for salary increases and allowances comparable to those granted to the former regional special forces, as well as housing and other support.
Addis Standard observed that the protest persisted on Tuesday, with additional road closures reported. In #Agula, about 35 kilometers northeast of Mekelle, members of the force blocked the main road linking the regional .....
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Mekelle – A protest by members of the Tigray forces demanding improved salaries and benefits has continued for a second day across parts of the region, despite an appeal by Tadesse Werede, President of the Tigray Interim Administration, who addressed the demonstrators late Monday.
On Monday, soldiers blocked several roads in #Mekelle, including the main route connecting the city center to Alula Aba Nega Airport, calling for salary increases and allowances comparable to those granted to the former regional special forces, as well as housing and other support.
Addis Standard observed that the protest persisted on Tuesday, with additional road closures reported. In #Agula, about 35 kilometers northeast of Mekelle, members of the force blocked the main road linking the regional .....
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#Op_ed: Beneath #Ogaden Sands: #Somali region’s pursuit of rightful share in #Ethiopia’s energy awakening
Earlier this month, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated the first phase of the Ogaden LNG Project in #Calub, Somali Regional State, which has an estimated annual production capacity of 111 million liters. He also laid the foundation for a $2.5 billion fertilizer factory and a fuel refinery in #Gode. In this op-ed, Kamaludin Hassan argues that “without transparent governance and regional participation,” these new ventures “risk becoming yet another chapter in a tragic saga of extraction without equity.”
To substantiate his argument, the author references historical grievances, ranging from colonial-era exploitation to decades of federal control over the region’s extensive gas reserves, which he contends “have fueled repression rather than prosperity.” Highlighting Ethiopia’s recent shift from “failed export fantasies” to “a domestic-first strategy,” Kamaludin states that the federal government must confront a stark truth: “Without justice for the Somali region, this pivot will ignite, not illuminate, the path forward."
In a bid to avert a “resource curse” in the region, the article calls for the enactment of a Resource-Sharing Law requiring that 30% of revenues generated from Somali region projects be allocated locally, alongside transparent audits and community oversight. It also proposes the establishment of a Tripartite Oversight Council and a Somali Resource Governance Authority to ensure accountability and local participation.
The author emphasizes that “The Somali region is no peripheral pawn in Ethiopia’s energy chessboard; it is the queen.” True, sustainable progress, he contends, hinges on whether these ambitious projects will ultimately “become monuments to mutual flourishing, not marginalization.”
https://addisstandard.com/beneath-ogaden-sands-somali-regions-pursuit-of-rightful-share-in-ethiopias-energy-awakening/
Earlier this month, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated the first phase of the Ogaden LNG Project in #Calub, Somali Regional State, which has an estimated annual production capacity of 111 million liters. He also laid the foundation for a $2.5 billion fertilizer factory and a fuel refinery in #Gode. In this op-ed, Kamaludin Hassan argues that “without transparent governance and regional participation,” these new ventures “risk becoming yet another chapter in a tragic saga of extraction without equity.”
To substantiate his argument, the author references historical grievances, ranging from colonial-era exploitation to decades of federal control over the region’s extensive gas reserves, which he contends “have fueled repression rather than prosperity.” Highlighting Ethiopia’s recent shift from “failed export fantasies” to “a domestic-first strategy,” Kamaludin states that the federal government must confront a stark truth: “Without justice for the Somali region, this pivot will ignite, not illuminate, the path forward."
In a bid to avert a “resource curse” in the region, the article calls for the enactment of a Resource-Sharing Law requiring that 30% of revenues generated from Somali region projects be allocated locally, alongside transparent audits and community oversight. It also proposes the establishment of a Tripartite Oversight Council and a Somali Resource Governance Authority to ensure accountability and local participation.
The author emphasizes that “The Somali region is no peripheral pawn in Ethiopia’s energy chessboard; it is the queen.” True, sustainable progress, he contends, hinges on whether these ambitious projects will ultimately “become monuments to mutual flourishing, not marginalization.”
https://addisstandard.com/beneath-ogaden-sands-somali-regions-pursuit-of-rightful-share-in-ethiopias-energy-awakening/
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Beneath Ogaden Sands: Somali region’s pursuit of rightful share in Ethiopia’s energy awakening - Addis Standard
Beneath Ogaden Sands: Somali region’s pursuit of rightful share in Ethiopia’s energy awakening Addis Standard Op/Ed -
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President of #Madagascar flees to ‘safe location’ amid deadly protests
President Andry Rajoelina has fled Madagascar to protect his life amid nationwide protests, which began late last month.
Rajoelina confirmed in a live Facebook address on Monday that he had travelled to a safe location following reports and rumors that he had been flown out of the country on Sunday.
The 51-year-old did not disclose his whereabouts.
Rajoelina had been due to give a television address on Monday afternoon, but the speech was delayed after “a group of armed forces threatened to take control of the state-owned media”, Rajoelina’s office said on Facebook.
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President Andry Rajoelina has fled Madagascar to protect his life amid nationwide protests, which began late last month.
Rajoelina confirmed in a live Facebook address on Monday that he had travelled to a safe location following reports and rumors that he had been flown out of the country on Sunday.
The 51-year-old did not disclose his whereabouts.
Rajoelina had been due to give a television address on Monday afternoon, but the speech was delayed after “a group of armed forces threatened to take control of the state-owned media”, Rajoelina’s office said on Facebook.
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#Ethiopia and #Kenya to benefit from Solar-Powered agricultural technologies
The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) announced the launch of the Solar Energy for Agricultural Resilience (SoLAR) project in Ethiopia and Kenya to strengthen food systems and enhance climate resilience through solar-powered technologies.
Funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), the project builds on IWMI’s previous success in South Asia, where solar-powered irrigation systems helped farmers reduce dependence on rainfall.
In Ethiopia, the initiative aims to address challenges in small-scale irrigation, including rising demand, inefficiencies, and limited access to modern technology.
IWMI said that in Ethiopia, where more than 11 million hectares of land are suitable for irrigation but only a small portion is currently utilized, the project will tackle these gaps........
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The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) announced the launch of the Solar Energy for Agricultural Resilience (SoLAR) project in Ethiopia and Kenya to strengthen food systems and enhance climate resilience through solar-powered technologies.
Funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), the project builds on IWMI’s previous success in South Asia, where solar-powered irrigation systems helped farmers reduce dependence on rainfall.
In Ethiopia, the initiative aims to address challenges in small-scale irrigation, including rising demand, inefficiencies, and limited access to modern technology.
IWMI said that in Ethiopia, where more than 11 million hectares of land are suitable for irrigation but only a small portion is currently utilized, the project will tackle these gaps........
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#Trump Adviser said #GERD dispute should be resolved technically, not politically
The dispute over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) must be resolved through “technical means” rather than political pressure, according to U.S. President’s Senior Adviser for African, Arab, and Middle Eastern Affairs, Massad Boulos.
In an interview with Al Arabiya Arabic, Boulos reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to facilitating a peaceful and mutually acceptable solution among the three countries involved.
“We are working to find a solution suitable for all parties, especially on the technical side, as it is purely a technical matter that must be resolved in a technical way,” Boulos said.
While acknowledging that the issue is a “matter of life and death” for #Egypt, #Sudan, and #Ethiopia, the senior adviser noted that the massive hydropower project “is now a reality” following its completion...
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The dispute over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) must be resolved through “technical means” rather than political pressure, according to U.S. President’s Senior Adviser for African, Arab, and Middle Eastern Affairs, Massad Boulos.
In an interview with Al Arabiya Arabic, Boulos reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to facilitating a peaceful and mutually acceptable solution among the three countries involved.
“We are working to find a solution suitable for all parties, especially on the technical side, as it is purely a technical matter that must be resolved in a technical way,” Boulos said.
While acknowledging that the issue is a “matter of life and death” for #Egypt, #Sudan, and #Ethiopia, the senior adviser noted that the massive hydropower project “is now a reality” following its completion...
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#AS_Analysis: #Ethiopia–#Somaliland MoU - The promise unfulfilled and the stakes of President Abdillahi’s visit to Addis Abeba
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro’svisit to Ethiopia today marks a key moment in the stalled Ethiopia–Somaliland MoU, signed in early 2024 with the promise of granting Ethiopia maritime access through Somaliland’s coast. A year and half later, the deal has produced little beyond headlines.
Former President Muse Bihi Abdi admitted the agreement “collapsed under pressure from the African Union, the Arab League, and major international partners,” saying “Ethiopia was stopped by Africa’s collective voice.”
Although Somalia’sPresident Hassan Sheikh Mohamud recently urged Red Sea states to pursue dialogue and avoid confrontation, he warned that “no nation should infringe on another’s sovereignty.” His remarks highlight Mogadishu’s continued opposition to any move it sees as undermining Somalia’s “territorial integrity.”
Read more: https://addisstandard.com/?p=52899
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro’svisit to Ethiopia today marks a key moment in the stalled Ethiopia–Somaliland MoU, signed in early 2024 with the promise of granting Ethiopia maritime access through Somaliland’s coast. A year and half later, the deal has produced little beyond headlines.
Former President Muse Bihi Abdi admitted the agreement “collapsed under pressure from the African Union, the Arab League, and major international partners,” saying “Ethiopia was stopped by Africa’s collective voice.”
Although Somalia’sPresident Hassan Sheikh Mohamud recently urged Red Sea states to pursue dialogue and avoid confrontation, he warned that “no nation should infringe on another’s sovereignty.” His remarks highlight Mogadishu’s continued opposition to any move it sees as undermining Somalia’s “territorial integrity.”
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#Just_In: #Ethiopia's debt restructuring hits impasse, bondholders eye legal action
Ethiopia said on Tuesday that its debt restructuring talks with bondholders have stalled due to disagreements over key terms, prolonging the country’s financial uncertainty that has persisted for nearly two years, #Reuters reported Tuesday night.
Ethiopia defaulted on its only international bond in late 2023 after seeking relief under the G20’s Common Framework initiative. Despite the deadlock, the government said “substantial progress” had been achieved and expressed hope that negotiations would resume “in the foreseeable future,” according to the news.
The news cited rhe statement as saying that progress included bondholders agreeing to a 15% haircut on their loans and the introduction of a Value Recovery Instrument, a mechanism that would allow them to recoup losses if Ethiopia’s export sector performs strongly in the coming years.
However, the bondholder committee, comprising Morgan Stanley Investment Management, Franklin Templeton, VR Capital, and Farallon Capital, expressed disappointment at the breakdown of talks.
Ethiopia’s $1 billion Eurobond fell by more than one cent on Tuesday, though it remains near its highest level since early 2021, trading at around 95 cents on the dollar.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) welcomed the progress made and encouraged both sides to continue discussions. But analysts say the impasse highlights the limitations of the Common Framework, which was launched in 2020 to coordinate debt relief efforts among traditional and emerging creditors, including China, a major lender to African economies.
“The Common Framework lacks the teeth to make private creditors take part in debt cancellation,” said Tim Jones, policy director at the London-based campaign group Debt Justice.
Ethiopia’s case has also been complicated by disagreements over the IMF’s economic forecasts, which bondholders argue fail to account for the surge in gold and coffee prices - two of the country’s main export commodities. The government recently reported record export earnings of $8.3 billion for the 2024/25 fiscal year, significantly higher than the IMF’s projection of $6.37 billion.
“The debt rescheduling process will be dragged out,” said Abdulmenan Mohammed, a UK-based Ethiopian economic analyst. “The Ethiopian government should consider treating the bondholders on different terms.”
https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/ethiopias-debt-restructuring-hits-impasse-bondholders-eye-legal-action-2025-10-14/
Ethiopia said on Tuesday that its debt restructuring talks with bondholders have stalled due to disagreements over key terms, prolonging the country’s financial uncertainty that has persisted for nearly two years, #Reuters reported Tuesday night.
Ethiopia defaulted on its only international bond in late 2023 after seeking relief under the G20’s Common Framework initiative. Despite the deadlock, the government said “substantial progress” had been achieved and expressed hope that negotiations would resume “in the foreseeable future,” according to the news.
The news cited rhe statement as saying that progress included bondholders agreeing to a 15% haircut on their loans and the introduction of a Value Recovery Instrument, a mechanism that would allow them to recoup losses if Ethiopia’s export sector performs strongly in the coming years.
However, the bondholder committee, comprising Morgan Stanley Investment Management, Franklin Templeton, VR Capital, and Farallon Capital, expressed disappointment at the breakdown of talks.
Ethiopia’s $1 billion Eurobond fell by more than one cent on Tuesday, though it remains near its highest level since early 2021, trading at around 95 cents on the dollar.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) welcomed the progress made and encouraged both sides to continue discussions. But analysts say the impasse highlights the limitations of the Common Framework, which was launched in 2020 to coordinate debt relief efforts among traditional and emerging creditors, including China, a major lender to African economies.
“The Common Framework lacks the teeth to make private creditors take part in debt cancellation,” said Tim Jones, policy director at the London-based campaign group Debt Justice.
Ethiopia’s case has also been complicated by disagreements over the IMF’s economic forecasts, which bondholders argue fail to account for the surge in gold and coffee prices - two of the country’s main export commodities. The government recently reported record export earnings of $8.3 billion for the 2024/25 fiscal year, significantly higher than the IMF’s projection of $6.37 billion.
“The debt rescheduling process will be dragged out,” said Abdulmenan Mohammed, a UK-based Ethiopian economic analyst. “The Ethiopian government should consider treating the bondholders on different terms.”
https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/ethiopias-debt-restructuring-hits-impasse-bondholders-eye-legal-action-2025-10-14/
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Ethiopia's debt restructuring hits impasse, bondholders eye legal action
Ethiopia said on Tuesday that debt restructuring negotiations with its bondholders had failed for the time being due to differences over the key terms that have kept the country in financial limbo for almost two years.
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#Ethiopia becomes one of #Africa’s first to deploy #AI-powered digital X-ray system for national #TB screening
Ethiopia among pioneers in rolling out AI-powered digital X-ray for TB screening WHO Ethiopia receives commendation for its contribution to adopting innovations and supporting national efforts to end tuberculosis.
Ethiopia has taken a major step forward in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) by launching a national AI-powered digital X-ray system for TB screening. The launch, held on 18 September 2025 during the Annual Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Other Lung Diseases Review Meeting, was officiated by Dr Dereje Duguma, State Minister of Health.
The World Health Organization (WHO) Ethiopia was recognized and commended for its critical contribution to this national milestone. WHO played a central role in developing the National Implementation Guideline on AI-Powered Digital X-ray for Tuberculosis Screening and in building the capacity of health workers across the country.
To facilitate the national rollout, WHO Ethiopia supported the training of 75 health-care workers, including radiology personnel and program officers, to effectively operate the machines for TB screening and ensure linkage to diagnosis and care.
“Ethiopia is one of the first countries in Africa to adopt and implement this new innovation at such a large scale,” said Dr Dereje Duguma, State Minister of Health. “The country has procured and distributed 225 AI-powered digital X-ray machines to health facilities across all regions to support early TB screening and detection. Strong government commitment and partner collaboration are the backbones of this major milestone in our national efforts to end the TB epidemic.”
https://www.afro.who.int/countries/ethiopia/news/ethiopia-among-pioneers-rolling-out-ai-powered-digital-x-ray-tb-screening-who-ethiopia-receives
Ethiopia among pioneers in rolling out AI-powered digital X-ray for TB screening WHO Ethiopia receives commendation for its contribution to adopting innovations and supporting national efforts to end tuberculosis.
Ethiopia has taken a major step forward in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) by launching a national AI-powered digital X-ray system for TB screening. The launch, held on 18 September 2025 during the Annual Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Other Lung Diseases Review Meeting, was officiated by Dr Dereje Duguma, State Minister of Health.
The World Health Organization (WHO) Ethiopia was recognized and commended for its critical contribution to this national milestone. WHO played a central role in developing the National Implementation Guideline on AI-Powered Digital X-ray for Tuberculosis Screening and in building the capacity of health workers across the country.
To facilitate the national rollout, WHO Ethiopia supported the training of 75 health-care workers, including radiology personnel and program officers, to effectively operate the machines for TB screening and ensure linkage to diagnosis and care.
“Ethiopia is one of the first countries in Africa to adopt and implement this new innovation at such a large scale,” said Dr Dereje Duguma, State Minister of Health. “The country has procured and distributed 225 AI-powered digital X-ray machines to health facilities across all regions to support early TB screening and detection. Strong government commitment and partner collaboration are the backbones of this major milestone in our national efforts to end the TB epidemic.”
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Ethiopia among pioneers in rolling out AI-powered digital X-ray for TB screening WHO Ethiopia receives commendation for its contribution…
Addis Ababa, 14 October 2025 — Ethiopia has taken a major step forward in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) by launching a national AI-powered digital X-ray system for TB screening. The launch, held on 18 September 2025 during the Annual Tuberculosis, Leprosy…
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#Op_ed: Beneath #Ogaden Sands: #Somali region’s pursuit of rightful share in #Ethiopia’s energy awakening
Earlier this month, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated the first phase of the Ogaden LNG Project in #Calub, Somali Regional State, which has an estimated annual production capacity of 111 million liters. He also laid the foundation for a $2.5 billion fertilizer factory and a fuel refinery in #Gode. In this op-ed, Kamaludin Hassan argues that “without transparent governance and regional participation,” these new ventures “risk becoming yet another chapter in a tragic saga of extraction without equity.”
To substantiate his argument, the author references historical grievances, ranging from colonial-era exploitation to decades of federal control over the region’s extensive gas reserves, which he contends “have fueled repression rather than prosperity.” Highlighting Ethiopia’s recent shift from “failed export fantasies” to “a domestic-first strategy,” Kamaludin states that the federal government must confront a stark truth: “Without justice for the Somali region, this pivot will ignite, not illuminate, the path forward."
In a bid to avert a “resource curse” in the region, the article calls for the enactment of a Resource-Sharing Law requiring that 30% of revenues generated from Somali region projects be allocated locally, alongside transparent audits and community oversight. It also proposes the establishment of a Tripartite Oversight Council and a Somali Resource Governance Authority to ensure accountability and local participation.
The author emphasizes that “The Somali region is no peripheral pawn in Ethiopia’s energy chessboard; it is the queen.” True, sustainable progress, he contends, hinges on whether these ambitious projects will ultimately “become monuments to mutual flourishing, not marginalization.”
https://addisstandard.com/?p=52873
Earlier this month, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated the first phase of the Ogaden LNG Project in #Calub, Somali Regional State, which has an estimated annual production capacity of 111 million liters. He also laid the foundation for a $2.5 billion fertilizer factory and a fuel refinery in #Gode. In this op-ed, Kamaludin Hassan argues that “without transparent governance and regional participation,” these new ventures “risk becoming yet another chapter in a tragic saga of extraction without equity.”
To substantiate his argument, the author references historical grievances, ranging from colonial-era exploitation to decades of federal control over the region’s extensive gas reserves, which he contends “have fueled repression rather than prosperity.” Highlighting Ethiopia’s recent shift from “failed export fantasies” to “a domestic-first strategy,” Kamaludin states that the federal government must confront a stark truth: “Without justice for the Somali region, this pivot will ignite, not illuminate, the path forward."
In a bid to avert a “resource curse” in the region, the article calls for the enactment of a Resource-Sharing Law requiring that 30% of revenues generated from Somali region projects be allocated locally, alongside transparent audits and community oversight. It also proposes the establishment of a Tripartite Oversight Council and a Somali Resource Governance Authority to ensure accountability and local participation.
The author emphasizes that “The Somali region is no peripheral pawn in Ethiopia’s energy chessboard; it is the queen.” True, sustainable progress, he contends, hinges on whether these ambitious projects will ultimately “become monuments to mutual flourishing, not marginalization.”
https://addisstandard.com/?p=52873
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Former #Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga dies at 80, due to heart attack
#Raila Amolo Odinga, whose death at 80 was announced on Wednesday, spent most of his adult life in politics, including 8 years in prison as a pro-democracy campaigner -- but never achieved his goal of becoming Kenya's president, despite five attempts.
Odinga, who died during a trip to an Ayurvedic health clinic in India according to local police, cast himself as an anti-establishment firebrand despite belonging to one of Kenya's top political dynasties, AFP reports.
Born on January 7, 1945, he spent his early years in politics either in jail or in exile, fighting for democracy during the autocratic rule of president Daniel arap Moi.
A member of the Luo tribe, he entered parliament in 1992 and ran unsuccessfully for the presidency in 1997, 2007, 2013, 2017 and 2022, claiming to have been cheated of victory...
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#Raila Amolo Odinga, whose death at 80 was announced on Wednesday, spent most of his adult life in politics, including 8 years in prison as a pro-democracy campaigner -- but never achieved his goal of becoming Kenya's president, despite five attempts.
Odinga, who died during a trip to an Ayurvedic health clinic in India according to local police, cast himself as an anti-establishment firebrand despite belonging to one of Kenya's top political dynasties, AFP reports.
Born on January 7, 1945, he spent his early years in politics either in jail or in exile, fighting for democracy during the autocratic rule of president Daniel arap Moi.
A member of the Luo tribe, he entered parliament in 1992 and ran unsuccessfully for the presidency in 1997, 2007, 2013, 2017 and 2022, claiming to have been cheated of victory...
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President Taye receives credentials of new #Egyptian Ambassador, says outstanding issues within reach
President Taye Atske-Selassie yesterday received the credentials of the newly appointed Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Obaida A. El Dandarawy, at the National Palace, Minister of Foreign Affairs disclosed.
The ceremony was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Gedion Timothewos and State Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Berhanu Tsegaye.
During the meeting, President Taye underscored the long-standing and multifaceted relations between #Ethiopia and Egypt, highlighting areas of cooperation including agriculture, industry, and manufacturing.
He noted that while some technical issues remain outstanding, “they are always within reach of our wisdom,” reflecting optimism that both countries can address remaining matters through dialogue, local media reports.
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President Taye Atske-Selassie yesterday received the credentials of the newly appointed Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Obaida A. El Dandarawy, at the National Palace, Minister of Foreign Affairs disclosed.
The ceremony was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Gedion Timothewos and State Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Berhanu Tsegaye.
During the meeting, President Taye underscored the long-standing and multifaceted relations between #Ethiopia and Egypt, highlighting areas of cooperation including agriculture, industry, and manufacturing.
He noted that while some technical issues remain outstanding, “they are always within reach of our wisdom,” reflecting optimism that both countries can address remaining matters through dialogue, local media reports.
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#Ethiopia's weavers struggle to keep garment tradition alive
In a small workshop in Addis Abeba, dozens of artisans continue the centuries-old craft of weaving habesha kemis—traditional white cotton dresses decorated with colorful embroidery.
Once in high demand for religious and festive occasions, the intricate garments now face declining sales as Ethiopia’s economic hardship and high inflation take their toll. Weavers like Asefaw Yemu, who has spent 30 years at the loom earning about 10,000 to 15,000 birr a month, say the work is exhausting and increasingly unsustainable as demand drops and the cost of materials rises.
About 39 percent of Ethiopia's 130 million people lived below the poverty line -- less than $3 a day -- in 2021, a figure the World Bank projected will rise to 43 percent this year. At the same workshop, Getu Derza, 48, carefully embroiders colourful silk threads.....
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In a small workshop in Addis Abeba, dozens of artisans continue the centuries-old craft of weaving habesha kemis—traditional white cotton dresses decorated with colorful embroidery.
Once in high demand for religious and festive occasions, the intricate garments now face declining sales as Ethiopia’s economic hardship and high inflation take their toll. Weavers like Asefaw Yemu, who has spent 30 years at the loom earning about 10,000 to 15,000 birr a month, say the work is exhausting and increasingly unsustainable as demand drops and the cost of materials rises.
About 39 percent of Ethiopia's 130 million people lived below the poverty line -- less than $3 a day -- in 2021, a figure the World Bank projected will rise to 43 percent this year. At the same workshop, Getu Derza, 48, carefully embroiders colourful silk threads.....
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#Opinion: Sixty Years of Estrangement: Breaking cycle of #Ethiopia-#Eritrea perennial conflict
For over six decades, Ethiopia and Eritrea have been caught in recurring cycles of conflict, spanning Eritrea’s struggle for independence to the devastating 1998–2000 war and its prolonged aftermath of proxy confrontations. Jafar Bedru Geletu, the author of this opinion piece, writes, “Despite changes in Ethiopia’s leadership—from an emperor to a Marxist regime to successive prime ministers—the Eritrean problem has persisted.” Although a 2018 peace agreement briefly raised hopes, he emphasizes that currently “the two countries seem to be back to their usual posture of hostility against one another.”
While Eritrean President Isaias Afeworki’s “intransigence lies behind a lot of the problematic aspects of the relationship” between the two nations, the author states that the underlying issues are deeper, involving two fundamental factors: the first is “the insecurity of the Eritrean state about its independence and continued statehood,” and the second is “the deep-rooted resentment of most Ethiopians to their landlocked status.”
Jafar contends that “if the current and future generations are to avoid repeating the bloody history of the last sixty years, new approaches that take into full account the sensitivities, interests, and needs of both countries must be adopted.” He further notes, "Ethiopia and Eritrea need a long-term framework for coexistence that promotes interdependence and institutionalized cooperation.”
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For over six decades, Ethiopia and Eritrea have been caught in recurring cycles of conflict, spanning Eritrea’s struggle for independence to the devastating 1998–2000 war and its prolonged aftermath of proxy confrontations. Jafar Bedru Geletu, the author of this opinion piece, writes, “Despite changes in Ethiopia’s leadership—from an emperor to a Marxist regime to successive prime ministers—the Eritrean problem has persisted.” Although a 2018 peace agreement briefly raised hopes, he emphasizes that currently “the two countries seem to be back to their usual posture of hostility against one another.”
While Eritrean President Isaias Afeworki’s “intransigence lies behind a lot of the problematic aspects of the relationship” between the two nations, the author states that the underlying issues are deeper, involving two fundamental factors: the first is “the insecurity of the Eritrean state about its independence and continued statehood,” and the second is “the deep-rooted resentment of most Ethiopians to their landlocked status.”
Jafar contends that “if the current and future generations are to avoid repeating the bloody history of the last sixty years, new approaches that take into full account the sensitivities, interests, and needs of both countries must be adopted.” He further notes, "Ethiopia and Eritrea need a long-term framework for coexistence that promotes interdependence and institutionalized cooperation.”
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Sixty Years of Estrangement: Breaking cycle of Ethiopia-Eritrea perennial conflict - Addis Standard
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President Ruto announces 7-day mourning, state funeral for ‘democracy giant’ Raila Odinga
President #William_Ruto has announced a seven-day national mourning period for the late Raila Odinga, during which the Kenyan flag will be flown at half-mast in honour of the former Prime Minister who died on Wednesday morning in India.
In a televised afternoon address at State House, #Nairobi, Ruto announced that the former Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader will be accorded a state funeral with all attendant honours.
“We have lost one of Africa’s greatest leaders, a giant of democracy, a fearless fighter, and a tireless warrior of good governance,” Ruto said.
“Raila Amolo Odinga’s name will forever be etched in the story of our republic: a story of struggle, sacrifice, courage, rule of law, hope, and our pursuit for excellence.”
Ruto described Odinga as a patriot who dedicated.
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President #William_Ruto has announced a seven-day national mourning period for the late Raila Odinga, during which the Kenyan flag will be flown at half-mast in honour of the former Prime Minister who died on Wednesday morning in India.
In a televised afternoon address at State House, #Nairobi, Ruto announced that the former Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader will be accorded a state funeral with all attendant honours.
“We have lost one of Africa’s greatest leaders, a giant of democracy, a fearless fighter, and a tireless warrior of good governance,” Ruto said.
“Raila Amolo Odinga’s name will forever be etched in the story of our republic: a story of struggle, sacrifice, courage, rule of law, hope, and our pursuit for excellence.”
Ruto described Odinga as a patriot who dedicated.
https://citizen.digital/article/president-ruto-announces-7-day-mourning-state-funeral-for-democracy-giant-raila-odinga-n371464
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#Ethiopian government calls EHRC report on movement restrictions “unbalanced,” admits mobility limitations in some areas due to insecurity
The Ethiopian government has described the recent report by the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (#EHRC) documenting widespread restrictions on people’s freedom of movement as “unbalanced,” while admitting that limitations on mobility persist in some areas due to security challenges.
Kebede Desisa, State Minister of the Government Communication Service, told Deutsche Welle that while the government acknowledges restrictions in certain parts of the country, the EHRC report failed to present the full context and to recognize the measures being taken to restore peace and security.
“The country’s overall peace and security situation has been assessed, and challenges are being addressed gradually over time,” Kebede said, adding that “major changes......
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The Ethiopian government has described the recent report by the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (#EHRC) documenting widespread restrictions on people’s freedom of movement as “unbalanced,” while admitting that limitations on mobility persist in some areas due to security challenges.
Kebede Desisa, State Minister of the Government Communication Service, told Deutsche Welle that while the government acknowledges restrictions in certain parts of the country, the EHRC report failed to present the full context and to recognize the measures being taken to restore peace and security.
“The country’s overall peace and security situation has been assessed, and challenges are being addressed gradually over time,” Kebede said, adding that “major changes......
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#Red_Sea ambition by force not #Oromo people’s agenda; foreign-driven motives behind #Ethiopia’s push: senior #OLA leader
Jaal Jiregna Gudeta, senior adviser to Jaal Marroo, the leader of the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), said that the Ethiopian government’s narrative to “seize” the Red Sea port of Assab amounts to rejecting internationally recognized (colonial) borders and does not represent Oromo aspirations.
“Ethiopia recognized, signed, and ceded #Assab as part of #Eritrea,” he said, adding that any attempt to “seize Assab” is tantamount to saying that “we oppose the colonial border.”
“The Oromo people have no intention of invading or crossing the borders of another area or another country,” Jaal Jiregna said, adding that the Red Sea issue is being driven by external interests.
“The government of Abiy Ahmed is well aware that this issue is not an Oromo question. The Red Sea question is a rivalry between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.”
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Jaal Jiregna Gudeta, senior adviser to Jaal Marroo, the leader of the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), said that the Ethiopian government’s narrative to “seize” the Red Sea port of Assab amounts to rejecting internationally recognized (colonial) borders and does not represent Oromo aspirations.
“Ethiopia recognized, signed, and ceded #Assab as part of #Eritrea,” he said, adding that any attempt to “seize Assab” is tantamount to saying that “we oppose the colonial border.”
“The Oromo people have no intention of invading or crossing the borders of another area or another country,” Jaal Jiregna said, adding that the Red Sea issue is being driven by external interests.
“The government of Abiy Ahmed is well aware that this issue is not an Oromo question. The Red Sea question is a rivalry between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.”
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Analysis: #East_Borana residents report two month closure of Nagelle Borana–Moyale road amid conflicting official claims and stalled peace efforts
Residents of the East Borana Zone in #Oromia say the main road linking #Nagelle_Borana to #Moyale has been closed for more than two months due to renewed border insecurity between the Oromia & Somali regions. Local authorities have offered conflicting accounts regarding the road’s status.
Locals who spoke to Addis Standard said the closure has severely disrupted transport & livelihoods, as peace efforts between the two communities have yet to yield tangible results. An official from the East Borana Zone confirmed that the road remains closed. However, a Somali regional official insisted that “the road remains open.”
Residents attribute the disruption of movement to a peace and reconciliation process that has failed to materialize on the ground. Those interviewed described the process as “only between regional security forces,”
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Residents of the East Borana Zone in #Oromia say the main road linking #Nagelle_Borana to #Moyale has been closed for more than two months due to renewed border insecurity between the Oromia & Somali regions. Local authorities have offered conflicting accounts regarding the road’s status.
Locals who spoke to Addis Standard said the closure has severely disrupted transport & livelihoods, as peace efforts between the two communities have yet to yield tangible results. An official from the East Borana Zone confirmed that the road remains closed. However, a Somali regional official insisted that “the road remains open.”
Residents attribute the disruption of movement to a peace and reconciliation process that has failed to materialize on the ground. Those interviewed described the process as “only between regional security forces,”
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News: #Tigray forces’ protest enters third day as the interim administration issues statement following emergency cabinet meeting
Protests by members of the Tigray forces demanding improved pay and benefits have entered a third consecutive day, as key roads across the region remain blocked despite efforts by the regional leadership to calm tensions.
On Wednesday, road closures extended beyond the Mekelle–#Wukro–#Adigrat corridor, with protesters also blocking the Mekelle–Alamata route. The continued demonstrations come despite the President of the Tigray Interim Administration, Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede, addressing the soldiers both in person and through a public statement.
In a statement issued today, President Tadesse announced that the Cabinet of the Tigray Interim Administration held an emergency meeting to discuss the “rights and benefits of the Tigray Security Forces.”
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Protests by members of the Tigray forces demanding improved pay and benefits have entered a third consecutive day, as key roads across the region remain blocked despite efforts by the regional leadership to calm tensions.
On Wednesday, road closures extended beyond the Mekelle–#Wukro–#Adigrat corridor, with protesters also blocking the Mekelle–Alamata route. The continued demonstrations come despite the President of the Tigray Interim Administration, Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede, addressing the soldiers both in person and through a public statement.
In a statement issued today, President Tadesse announced that the Cabinet of the Tigray Interim Administration held an emergency meeting to discuss the “rights and benefits of the Tigray Security Forces.”
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