Ethiopia’s central Bank Releases Results of 14th Foreign Exchange Auction

Addis Ababa, January 6, 2026 (FMC) – The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) today announced the results of its 14th foreign exchange auction conducted today.

The central bank reported that the weighted average exchange rate of all successful bids reached Birr 154.8729 per US dollar, with 32 commercial banks winning foreign currency allocations under the…

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World Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26 to Feature 485 Athletes from 52 Nations, Including Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, January 6, 2026 (FMC) — The official entry lists for the 46th World Athletics Cross Country Championships, set to take place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Apalachee Regional Park in Tallahassee, Florida, have been released.

A total of 485 athletes from 52 national federations are confirmed to participate in the senior, under-20,…

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Religious Leaders Call for Compassion and Support for the Needy During Christmas

Addis Ababa, January 6, 2026 (FMC) — Religious leaders in Ethiopia have called on the faithful to observe the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ with a strong commitment to supporting the needy and helping one another.

It is noteworthy that Ethiopian Christians are set to celebrate Christmas, locally known as Genna, tomorrow, January 7. Leaders of the…

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President Taye Extends Christmas Greetings to Ethiopians

Addis Ababa, January 6, 2026 (FMC) — President Taye Atske-Selassie has extended Christmas greetings to Ethiopians marking this year’s holiday.

In a message shared on his social media platforms, the President conveyed his best wishes to those celebrating Christmas, expressing hope that the occasion will be filled with joy, blessings and peace. It is known…

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Ethiopian Christians Celebrate Christmas with Calls for Peace, Compassion and Solidarity

Addis Ababa, January 7, 2026 (FMC) — Christians across Ethiopia are celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ (Genna) today with religious ceremonies, family gatherings, charitable activities and expressions of faith, marking one of the most significant observances in the Christian calendar. Ahead of the holiday, leaders of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, the Ethiopian Catholic…

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PM Abiy, First Lady Share Ethiopian Christmas Meal with Students of School for the Blind

Addis Ababa, January 7, 2026 (FMC) – Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and First Lady Zinash Tayachew spent Ethiopian Christmas (Genna) with students of the Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak School for the Blind, sharing a holiday meal and marking the occasion with the school community.

The visit formed part of the Ethiopian Christmas celebrations being observed…

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PM Abiy Inaugurates Tulu Arara Integrated Model Village to Boost Housing and Livelihoods

Addis Ababa, January 7, 2026 (FMC) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today inaugurated the integrated Tulu Arara model village, a development initiative designed to provide dignified housing and sustainable livelihoods, together with First Lady Zinash Tayachew and senior government officials.

In a message shared on his social media pages, the Prime Minister said that the…

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Diplomatic and International Community in Addis Ababa Extends Ethiopian Christmas Greetings

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Ethiopian Christmas Celebrated with Grandeur in Lalibela, Attracting Local and International Visitors

Addis Ababa, January 7, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopian Christmas, also known as Genna, was celebrated with grandeur in the historic town of Lalibela in the Amhara region, drawing thousands of local and international visitors to witness the festive events.

His Eminence Abune Ermias, Archbishop of North and South Wollo and Kemise Diocese and member of…

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Africa’s Football Giants Gear Up for AFCON Quarterfinals in Morocco

Addis Ababa, January 8, 2026 (FMC) — Eight national teams have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, setting the stage for high-stakes clashes as Africa’s premier football tournament enters its decisive phase in host nation Morocco.

The Round of 16 concluded on Tuesday, confirming the last eight of the…

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China’s Foreign Minister Begins Diplomatic Tour of Four African Nations, to Attend AU Ceremony

Addis Ababa, January 7, 2026 (FMC) — China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has started an official visit to Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania and Lesotho from January 7 to 12, reaffirming Beijing’s commitment to strengthening strategic ties with African nations, according to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau…

https://www.fanamc.com/english/chinas-foreign-minister-begins-diplomatic-tour-of-four-african-nations-to-attend-au-ceremony/