#Tigray: #Orthodox Patriarch expresses “deep sorrow” for Tigray’s fallen; says “not a single house” in the region where tears aren’t being shed
His Holiness Abune Mathias, Patriarch of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church (#EOTC) issued a message of “deep sorrow for those who are being commemorated in the Tigray region today” late this afternoon.
The Patriarch’s statement comes in the backdrop of the first day of three days commemorative events taking place across the Tigray region to honor the martyrs who died fighting in the two year brutal war that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives.
“We have been making many pleas to prevent this from happening,” Abune Mathias said, but expressed his sadness that the country has reached an age where the values of being an elder and priesthood “are not respected and we are saddened”by that.
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His Holiness Abune Mathias, Patriarch of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church (#EOTC) issued a message of “deep sorrow for those who are being commemorated in the Tigray region today” late this afternoon.
The Patriarch’s statement comes in the backdrop of the first day of three days commemorative events taking place across the Tigray region to honor the martyrs who died fighting in the two year brutal war that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives.
“We have been making many pleas to prevent this from happening,” Abune Mathias said, but expressed his sadness that the country has reached an age where the values of being an elder and priesthood “are not respected and we are saddened”by that.
Read more at: https://x.com/addisstandard/status/1713231282090492168?s=46&t=ofAzVW8-64dDK-xsjodCGA
Desert locust swarms detected in many parts of #Ethiopia
Desert locust swarms have been spotted in several regions of Ethiopia, causing significant damage to crops and impacting farmers' livelihoods. According to Selamawit Kassa, the state minister for Ethiopia Government Communication Service, the affected areas include #Afar, #Amhara, #Somali, #Tigray, #Oromia regions, and the #Dire_Dawa city administration.
So far, an estimated 25,000 hectares of crops have been affected by the locust swarms, leading to a decrease in yields. To combat this, a coordinated effort involving farmers has been initiated. Both traditional and modern methods are being employed, including aerial and vehicular spraying. The aim is to control the spread of locusts and mitigate the damage caused.
In addition to the locusts, termite swarms have also been detected across 15 zones in Oromia, Afar, and Tigray regions, covering an area of 317,000 hectares. Similar anti-pest measures are being carried out to address the termite infestations.
https://news.cgtn.com/news/2023-10-15/Desert-locust-swarms-detected-in-parts-of-Ethiopia-1nV5K2xkT84/index.html
Desert locust swarms have been spotted in several regions of Ethiopia, causing significant damage to crops and impacting farmers' livelihoods. According to Selamawit Kassa, the state minister for Ethiopia Government Communication Service, the affected areas include #Afar, #Amhara, #Somali, #Tigray, #Oromia regions, and the #Dire_Dawa city administration.
So far, an estimated 25,000 hectares of crops have been affected by the locust swarms, leading to a decrease in yields. To combat this, a coordinated effort involving farmers has been initiated. Both traditional and modern methods are being employed, including aerial and vehicular spraying. The aim is to control the spread of locusts and mitigate the damage caused.
In addition to the locusts, termite swarms have also been detected across 15 zones in Oromia, Afar, and Tigray regions, covering an area of 317,000 hectares. Similar anti-pest measures are being carried out to address the termite infestations.
https://news.cgtn.com/news/2023-10-15/Desert-locust-swarms-detected-in-parts-of-Ethiopia-1nV5K2xkT84/index.html
CGTN
Desert locust swarms detected in parts of Ethiopia
Desert locust swarms have been detected in five regions and one city administration across Ethiopia, an official said on Saturday.
PM Abiy Ahmed arrives in #Beijing for Belt and Road Forum
On Monday, 16 October, 2023, an aircraft transporting Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed landed in Beijing, the capital of #China.
The purpose of his visit is to participate in Third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, scheduled to take place from 17 to 18 October, 2023.
This significant event is set to bring together representatives from more than 130 countries and 30 international organizations who will gather in Beijing.
https://english.news.cn/20231016/fd6d2e12db6448a0a58133d27f3387e7/c.html
On Monday, 16 October, 2023, an aircraft transporting Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed landed in Beijing, the capital of #China.
The purpose of his visit is to participate in Third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, scheduled to take place from 17 to 18 October, 2023.
This significant event is set to bring together representatives from more than 130 countries and 30 international organizations who will gather in Beijing.
https://english.news.cn/20231016/fd6d2e12db6448a0a58133d27f3387e7/c.html
#Ethiopia: Brave Ethiopians paid collective sacrifice “for the love and honor of our flag” and “to protect the sovereignty of Ethiopia”: government
The federal government said this morning that brave Ethiopians had paid collective sacrifice “for the love and honor of our flag” and “to protect the sovereignty of Ethiopia”, as well as “to strengthen the freedom and dignity of Ethiopians.”
In the official statement issued in connection with the 16th National Flag Day being celebrated today under the theme: “The prestige of our flag: A guarantee for unity and sovereignty”, the federal government said the flag of Ethiopia is the symbol of “our sovereignty, the emblem of our freedom and the embodiment of our glory.”
Read more at: https://x.com/addisstandard/status/1713837049021640809?s=46&t=ofAzVW8-64dDK-xsjodCGA
The federal government said this morning that brave Ethiopians had paid collective sacrifice “for the love and honor of our flag” and “to protect the sovereignty of Ethiopia”, as well as “to strengthen the freedom and dignity of Ethiopians.”
In the official statement issued in connection with the 16th National Flag Day being celebrated today under the theme: “The prestige of our flag: A guarantee for unity and sovereignty”, the federal government said the flag of Ethiopia is the symbol of “our sovereignty, the emblem of our freedom and the embodiment of our glory.”
Read more at: https://x.com/addisstandard/status/1713837049021640809?s=46&t=ofAzVW8-64dDK-xsjodCGA
News: #Ethiopia plans to earn $182 million from electric power export, eyes #Tanzania
Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) aims to boost electricity export to neighboring countries to generate more revenue.
Last year, EEP exported 1701 GW of electricity to #Sudan, #Kenya, and #Djibouti, and want to increase it to 2993 GW this year, earning $182 million.
Talks are also ongoing with Tanzania.
https://addisstandard.com/news-ethiopia-plans-to-earn-182-million-from-electric-power-export-eyes-tanzania/
Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) aims to boost electricity export to neighboring countries to generate more revenue.
Last year, EEP exported 1701 GW of electricity to #Sudan, #Kenya, and #Djibouti, and want to increase it to 2993 GW this year, earning $182 million.
Talks are also ongoing with Tanzania.
https://addisstandard.com/news-ethiopia-plans-to-earn-182-million-from-electric-power-export-eyes-tanzania/
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#NewsAlert: #Eritrea pushes back at talks of #Ethiopia’s access to sea as “excessive”
The Eritrean government released official statement this morning pushing back at the recent official talks of access to sea for landlocked Ethiopia.
“Discourses – both actual and presumed – on water, access to the sea, and related topics floated in the recent times are numerous and excessive indeed”, Eritrea’s government said through its ministry of information.
“The affair has perplexed all concerned observers,” Eritrea said.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed told a gathering of law makers that the issue of access to sea is “an existential matter for Ethiopia” and that Ethiopians should at least start discussing the Red Sea.
Read more at: https://x.com/addisstandard/status/1713863780222816766?s=46&t=ofAzVW8-64dDK-xsjodCGA
The Eritrean government released official statement this morning pushing back at the recent official talks of access to sea for landlocked Ethiopia.
“Discourses – both actual and presumed – on water, access to the sea, and related topics floated in the recent times are numerous and excessive indeed”, Eritrea’s government said through its ministry of information.
“The affair has perplexed all concerned observers,” Eritrea said.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed told a gathering of law makers that the issue of access to sea is “an existential matter for Ethiopia” and that Ethiopians should at least start discussing the Red Sea.
Read more at: https://x.com/addisstandard/status/1713863780222816766?s=46&t=ofAzVW8-64dDK-xsjodCGA
#Ethiopia: Privatization of state-owned sugar factories progresses, qualified bidders to be revealed soon
Ethiopia's privatization of eight state-owned sugar factories is progressing.
The Ministry of Finance announced that qualified bidders will be revealed soon after technical evaluations. Around 20 local and international investors have expressed interest.
The factories currently up for sale are Omo Kuraz 1, 2, 3, and 5, Arjo Dedessa, Kesem, and Tendaho.
https://addisstandard.com/news-privatization-of-state-owned-sugar-factories-progresses-qualified-bidders-to-be-revealed-soon/
Ethiopia's privatization of eight state-owned sugar factories is progressing.
The Ministry of Finance announced that qualified bidders will be revealed soon after technical evaluations. Around 20 local and international investors have expressed interest.
The factories currently up for sale are Omo Kuraz 1, 2, 3, and 5, Arjo Dedessa, Kesem, and Tendaho.
https://addisstandard.com/news-privatization-of-state-owned-sugar-factories-progresses-qualified-bidders-to-be-revealed-soon/
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News: #IMF forecasts #Ethiopia GDP to grow at lower rate compared to gov’t figures
Ethiopia's economic growth projections have led to conflicting reports. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts a lower growth rate compared to the government's figures.
The IMF projects a 6.1% GDP growth rate by the end of 2023, with 6.2% predicted for 2024. In contrast, the government claims 7.5% economic growth in the fiscal year 2022/23.
Despite the disparities, Ethiopia is expected to outperform neighboring economies like #Kenya and #Uganda.
https://addisstandard.com/news-imf-forecasts-ethiopia-gdp-to-grow-at-lower-rate-than-govt-figures/
Ethiopia's economic growth projections have led to conflicting reports. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts a lower growth rate compared to the government's figures.
The IMF projects a 6.1% GDP growth rate by the end of 2023, with 6.2% predicted for 2024. In contrast, the government claims 7.5% economic growth in the fiscal year 2022/23.
Despite the disparities, Ethiopia is expected to outperform neighboring economies like #Kenya and #Uganda.
https://addisstandard.com/news-imf-forecasts-ethiopia-gdp-to-grow-at-lower-rate-than-govt-figures/
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Pictorial: Legendary #Oromo artist Halloo Daawwee laid to rest in Adama
Halloo Daawwee, one of the pioneer Oromo artists who died late last Saturday at the age of 63 has just been laid to rest in Adama.
Halloo, who started singing at the age of only 14 years in Dire Dawa where she was born and raised, was cherished for her immense contribution to the development of Oromo art and the Oromo people’s political struggle.
She was able to produce more than 10 albums since she joined ‘Biftuu Biyya Keenyaa’ band in 1968 EC which was established after the legendary Afran Qallo band.
She had been ill and was receiving treatment in Adama until she passed away on Saturday. Her funeral took place in Adama in the presence of her fans, fellow musicians and government officials. AS
Photo: OBN
Halloo Daawwee, one of the pioneer Oromo artists who died late last Saturday at the age of 63 has just been laid to rest in Adama.
Halloo, who started singing at the age of only 14 years in Dire Dawa where she was born and raised, was cherished for her immense contribution to the development of Oromo art and the Oromo people’s political struggle.
She was able to produce more than 10 albums since she joined ‘Biftuu Biyya Keenyaa’ band in 1968 EC which was established after the legendary Afran Qallo band.
She had been ill and was receiving treatment in Adama until she passed away on Saturday. Her funeral took place in Adama in the presence of her fans, fellow musicians and government officials. AS
Photo: OBN
#IsraelPalestineConflict
‘Catastrophic’ shortage of medical supplies in #GazaCity
The -#UK-based Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) group says hospitals in Gaza are facing a “catastrophic” shortage of medical supplies, amid Israel’s “total blockade”.
“Emergency, trauma and surgical supplies are rapidly running out at hospitals and health partners’ warehouses, with the entry of humanitarian supplies still not possible,” MAP’s Advocacy and Campaigns Manager in the West Bank, Aseel Baidoun, said.
“There is a shortage of blood. Medicine is in short supply.”
Baidoun added that there was also a shortage of healthcare workers, of whom several had been killed.
“The rest are exhausted not able to cope with the thousands of injuries they see every day. The Israeli air attacks have damaged 24 health facilities, including 16 hospitals and six other health facilities.”
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2023/10/15/israel-hamas-war-live-gaza-hospitals-fuel-to-last-24-more-hours-un-says
‘Catastrophic’ shortage of medical supplies in #GazaCity
The -#UK-based Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) group says hospitals in Gaza are facing a “catastrophic” shortage of medical supplies, amid Israel’s “total blockade”.
“Emergency, trauma and surgical supplies are rapidly running out at hospitals and health partners’ warehouses, with the entry of humanitarian supplies still not possible,” MAP’s Advocacy and Campaigns Manager in the West Bank, Aseel Baidoun, said.
“There is a shortage of blood. Medicine is in short supply.”
Baidoun added that there was also a shortage of healthcare workers, of whom several had been killed.
“The rest are exhausted not able to cope with the thousands of injuries they see every day. The Israeli air attacks have damaged 24 health facilities, including 16 hospitals and six other health facilities.”
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2023/10/15/israel-hamas-war-live-gaza-hospitals-fuel-to-last-24-more-hours-un-says
#UNICEF pens deal to support #Ethiopia’s digital ID registration for children
Ethiopia's National ID Program (NIDP) is gaining traction in promoting its digital ID system through various partnership deals. The latest agreement has been made with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) country office in Ethiopia.
The UNICEF country director and the executive director of NIDP have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the registration of all residents in the country for the digital ID scheme. According to UNICEF Ethiopia's Facebook page, this partnership aims to provide a unique digital identity to vulnerable beneficiaries, including children, enabling them to access essential services.
This collaboration with UNICEF follows another recent MoU between NIDP, the Refugees and Returnees Service (RRS), and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (#UNHCR). Under this agreement, NIDP will issue the national digital ID card (Fayda) to refugees and returnees in Ethiopia, as the country currently hosts over 900,000 refugees.
https://www.biometricupdate.com/202310/unicef-pens-deal-to-support-ethiopias-digital-id-registration-for-children
Ethiopia's National ID Program (NIDP) is gaining traction in promoting its digital ID system through various partnership deals. The latest agreement has been made with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) country office in Ethiopia.
The UNICEF country director and the executive director of NIDP have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the registration of all residents in the country for the digital ID scheme. According to UNICEF Ethiopia's Facebook page, this partnership aims to provide a unique digital identity to vulnerable beneficiaries, including children, enabling them to access essential services.
This collaboration with UNICEF follows another recent MoU between NIDP, the Refugees and Returnees Service (RRS), and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (#UNHCR). Under this agreement, NIDP will issue the national digital ID card (Fayda) to refugees and returnees in Ethiopia, as the country currently hosts over 900,000 refugees.
https://www.biometricupdate.com/202310/unicef-pens-deal-to-support-ethiopias-digital-id-registration-for-children
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The partnership will support the inclusion of UNICEF beneficiaries by providing them with a unique digital identity to help them access basic services.