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#Ethiopia: Ethiopia is preparing to welcome a new calendar marking the beginning of 2016 working year as of tomorrow.

But for millions of Ethiopians who are trapped in the vicious circle of conflicts and poverty, the prospect of New Year festivities remain elusive and incomplete.

Once again, team Addis Standard pleads for an end to these sufferings and for a dawn of peace for all Ethiopians. We also call on all concerned parties to work together to ensure that Ethiopians across the country who continue yearning for peace and justice enjoy the peace they deserve in the year 2016.
Ethiopian official lauds China's role in helping the Global South

A senior Ethiopian official and scholar emphasized the vital role of #China in tackling crises faced by developing nations and creating a sustainable future. Arkebe Oqubay, a senior minister and special adviser to the Ethiopian prime minister, spoke at a news conference in #Beijing, stating that China has been an inspiration for developing countries in terms of rapid growth and structural transformation.

Arkebe highlighted China's significant contributions to Africa's economic growth, particularly in the areas of manufacturing and agriculture. He praised China's advancements in green technology, including wind and solar energy, which have improved accessibility for poorer countries.

Arkebe also commended the recent expansion of the #BRICS alliance to include #Ethiopia, stating that it is a crucial economic alliance for the global south. He expressed hope for China to play a more significant role in addressing international inequality and improving global governance in the post-COVID era.

https://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202309/11/WS64fec2f6a310d2dce4bb519a.html
Ethiopian nationals arrested in Kenya stage hunger strike, demanding speedy repatriation process

A group of #Ethiopian nationals who were arrested in #Kenya and awaiting repatriation staged a hunger strike at the Athi River police station. The group had been found confined in a residential house in #Athi_River and had escaped before being apprehended. On 11 September, they refused meals, demanding a speedy repatriation process.

Similar incidents of hunger strikes have occurred in the past, with the previous group eventually being repatriated. Dozens of Ethiopians are arrested in Kenya as they attempt to use the country as a route to other destinations such as #Tanzania, the Middle East, and #SouthAfrica.

In an effort to combat this issue, an Ethiopian national, Yibekal Gatachew, was sentenced to 31 years in prison for trafficking 12 Ethiopian immigrants. Yibekal was found with fake documents and the immigrants were eventually repatriated to Ethiopia.

https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/realtime/2023-09-13-82-detained-ethiopians-go-on-hunger-strike-demand-repatriation/
Jebena Ethiopian Cuisine to open later this month in #Worthington

Jebena #Ethiopian Cuisine will be opening its doors later this month, bringing fresh and flavorful dishes to town. Owner Minilik Mersha believes that Worthington, with its diverse culture and large #African population, is the perfect place to bring his dream to life.

Jebena offers a variety of unique flavors, from traditional injera to the aromatic and spicy shekla tibs. Minilik's personal favorite, this dish is a delightful combination of stir-fry and stew, served on a clay pot over hot coals.

Although the opening was delayed due to plumbing and utility issues, the right place has finally been found. Located on Oxford Street, across from Billion Chevrolet and next to Re/Max, Jebena Ethiopian Cuisine promises an incredible culinary experience.

https://www.dglobe.com/news/local/jebena-ethiopian-cuisine-to-open-later-this-month-in-worthington
#LibyaFlood: As many as 6,000 dead, thousands missing and displaced after #Libya floods

*The death toll from devastating floods in Libya’s eastern city of #Derna has risen to an estimated 6,000 people, according to local officials.

*The figure is expected to rise as recovery operations continue in the coastal city that was pummeled by Storm Daniel.

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News: Global network of human rights organizations urge #Ethiopia to end internet shutdown in #Amhara region

A global network of human rights organizations is urging Ethiopia to end the internet shutdown in its Amhara region, citing risks to people's lives and lack of access to vital information.

The ongoing blockade violates international law, as clashes between militia and federal military forces continue, according to the coalition’s statement.

The shutdown has disrupted essential services and hindered humanitarian aid.

https://addisstandard.com/news-global-network-of-human-rights-organizations-urge-ethiopia-to-end-internet-shutdown-in-amhara-region/
Contractor for #US Government Charged With Spying for #Ethiopia, Officials Say

A contractor who has worked for the State and Justice Departments has been arrested and charged with spying for Ethiopia, according to several U.S. officials with knowledge of the situation.

The man, Abraham T. Lemma, 50, of Silver Spring, Md., faces two counts under the Espionage Act and was taken into custody last month. Not much was known about the case, which remains sealed in Federal District Court in Washington and could be made public as early as this week.

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/11/us/politics/ethiopia-leak-classified.html
#Ethiopia-#China: Ethiopian Federal Police acquires police drone from Chinese security firm ZBHA Group

Representatives of ZBHA Group, a Chinese firm specialized in modern security services, supported the Ethiopian federal police with police drone designed for security works aimed at helping the Ethiopian federal police institution with technological equipment.

The leaders of ZBHA Group handed over the police drone on 12 September in the presence of Demelash G/Michael, Commissioner General the Federal Police Commission, and Nebiyu Dagne, Deputy Commissioner General and the Commander of the General Department of Administration and Development at the Federal Police.

According to the Federal Police, representatives of both institutions affirmed that due attention is given through their respective embassies to further strengthen the relationship between the police institutions of the two countries.
#Addis_Ababa faces growing climate change risks, study warns

Addis Abeba, the capital city of #Ethiopia, is one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa. Researchers at Tufts University and the Woodwell Climate Research Center, however, say this growth will be absorbed by informal settlements, which are characterized by poor or non-existent infrastructure and face the twin challenges of worsening climate change and poor urban environmental policy.

Researchers at Tufts University and the Woodwell Climate Research Center analyzed flood risk and temperature data for different time periods, projecting from the past to the future, to investigate the city’s vulnerability to climate change. They predicted that the city’s extreme daily maximum temperatures would increase by about 1.7 °C over the period 2040–2060, compared with 2000–2020.

This increase would result in a rise in the frequency, duration, and intensity of heatwaves, which will threaten health, ecosystems, infrastructure, livelihoods, and food supplies. The city is expected to experience an additional 1.6 months of extreme drought annually between 2040 and 2060, a 53% increase compared with 2000-2020. These droughts will affect health, hydroelectric energy production and urban agriculture.

https://theconversation.com/addis-ababa-faces-growing-climate-change-risks-like-heat-drought-and-floods-study-warns-212492
15-year-old Ethiopian student wins second prize in China-Africa space painting competition

Abigail Berhanemeskel, a 15-year-old student at Andnet International School in #Addis¬Abeba, #Ethiopia, won second prize in the “My Dream” painting competition. The competition aimed to promote people-to-people exchanges and cooperation in space exploration between #China and #Africa.

Abigail’s artwork, noscriptd “Her Hope,” was one of 2,000 artworks created by African teenagers who expressed their dreams through their drawings. She explained that her painting portrays an Ethiopian girl who aspires to seize the opportunity, even though it is far away from her.

The prestigious competition saw the participation of 2,000 African youth from more than 40 countries. A total of 50 prizes, comprising 10 first prizes, 15 second prizes, and 25 third prizes, have been awarded in the first round of the competition.

https://english.news.cn/20230913/c361dcb7a7f24a81b4fb89eb32657902/c.html
#British Museum must return sacred #Ethiopian Tabots, former curator insists


Sacred plaques can never be seen or touched by anyone other than an orthodox priest, says Lewis McNaught

The British Museum is facing calls from one of its own former curators to return sacred tablets to Ethiopia.

https://t.co/1c6PSPHK63
#Ethiopia - One of four youths arrested by gov’t forces in Anfillo, Western #Oromia found dead

Hunde Banti, Firaol Biniam, Danga Dhina and Waktola Daraje were allegedly “kidnapped by government security forces” on 22 August 2023.

Last Friday, the body of Danga Dhina was found dumped by the road at a place called Minkoo near Dambi Dollo University, in Dambi Dollo city.

Residents say families of the other three youths are in distress being unaware of their conditions.

https://addisstandard.com/news-one-of-four-youths-arrested-by-govt-forces-in-anfillo-western-oromia-found-dead/
#Ethiopia: Welcoming #IDPs and #migrants in GSF project changes lives

Displaced women and men or migrants from all over Ethiopia, those returning, after having emigrated, refugees from other countries, and vulnerable people, are the beneficiaries of the pilot project launched at the end of 2020 in Addis Abeba by the Global Solidarity Fund (GSF), in collaboration with female and male religious congregations.

The project aims to work together with private companies and international organisations to strengthen the congregations' commitment to improving the lives of the vulnerable.

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-09/welcoming-migrants-idps-in-ethiopia-thanks-to-religious-gsf.html
flynas expands Saudi Arabia-Ethiopia connectivity with six new direct flights

Low-cost carrier flynas is expanding its connectivity between #SaudiArabia and #Ethiopia with the launch of six new direct flights. From 09 October, 2023, the airline will operate three weekly flights from Riyadh to the Ethiopian capital, Addis Abeba, and three weekly flights from #Jeddah starting from 10 October, 2023.

This expansion aligns with flynas' plans to extend its footprint in the African market and supports the national civil aviation strategy's vision to cater to 330 million passengers and 100 million tourists by 2030. The move aims to enhance accessibility to the holy mosques and provide an exceptional travel experience.

flynas, headquartered in #Riyadh, is Saudi Arabia's first low-cost airline and operates a fleet of over 70 aircraft to 38 destinations in the Middle East, North #Africa, #Europe, and #Asia. The airline is owned by a consortium of Saudi investors, including the Public Investment Fund and Saudi Arabian Airlines Corporation. With a vast network of over 70 domestic and international destinations, flynas offers more than 1,500 weekly flights.

https://aviationsourcenews.com/airline/flynas-boosts-african-network-with-6-new-addis-ababa-services/
Coffee firms won't be ready to comply with #EU deforestation law - report

A new report has revealed that most global coffee firms are not prepared to comply with the European Union's (EU) new law preventing the import of commodities linked to deforestation. This could have detrimental effects on small farmers, especially in countries like #Ethiopia.

The EU's law, which is set to take effect at the end of 2024, requires importers of commodities such as coffee, cocoa, beef, soy, rubber, and palm oil to prove that their goods are not contributing to forest destruction or face significant fines.

The report, called the coffee barometer, highlights the lack of preparedness among coffee firms, which may result in them sourcing from more developed regions like #Brazil that have better traceability. This would leave millions of small-scale and poverty-stricken farmers living in countries like Ethiopia at a disadvantage.

https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/coffee-firms-wont-be-ready-comply-with-eu-deforestation-law-report-2023-09-13/
News: African Development Bank Group approves $104 million in funding for a power transmission project in eastern Ethiopia

The African Development Bank Group has approved a $104 million funding package for a transmission project in eastern #Ethiopia.

The project aims to improve power supply infrastructure, reduce reliance on diesel generators, and support the government's agricultural irrigation program.

The funding will come from the African Development Fund and the #Korea_Africa Energy Investment Framework Agreement.

https://addisstandard.com/news-african-development-bank-group-approves-104-million-in-funding-for-a-power-transmission-project-in-eastern-ethiopia/
#Ethiopia: Targeted killings and repatriation fail to deter Ethiopian migrants

Many Ethiopians who move illegally to #SaudiArabia are assisted by fellow Ethiopians involved in human smuggling. This can lead to human trafficking, with migrants subjected to abuse and exploitation, including rape and torture.

According to Deputy Commissioner Birhanu Abebe of the Ethiopian Federal Police Commission, the police have videos showing assaults deemed too horrifying for public consumption. The abuse sometimes starts in Ethiopia and is perpetrated by Ethiopian traffickers en route to Saudi Arabia.

https://issafrica.org/iss-today/targeted-killings-and-repatriation-fail-to-deter-ethiopian-migrants
Ethiopian 787 Delhi to Addis Abeba makes an emergency landing

Flag carrier #EthiopianAirlines (ET) flight, operated by a #Boeing 787, made an emergency landing at #Delhi Airport (DEL) after the flight crew observed smoke in the cockpit. Ethiopian Airlines, #Africa's largest carrier, operates two daily flights between Delhi and Addis Abeba (ADD) and utilizes its widebody fleet, including Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and sometimes 777.

A passenger on the flight reported to PTI that the aircraft returned to the airport shortly after takeoff and performed an emergency landing. The passenger, who requested anonymity, stated, "There was smoke, and many passengers became anxious." According to sources, there were over 240 individuals on board the flight.

According to PTI sources, there were over 240 individuals on board the flight. Flight data from Flightradar24 helps establish the flight timeline. Ethiopian Airlines flight ET687 departed from Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi (DEL) at approximately 9:16 PM UTC. Shortly after takeoff, at an altitude of approximately 7,000 feet, the flight crew detected smoke in the cockpit. They immediately decided to make an emergency landing, and the aircraft returned to Delhi at around 9:32 PM UTC, just 16 minutes after departure.

https://aviationa2z.com/index.php/2023/09/14/ethiopian-787-delhi-addis-ababa-emergency-landing/